Metabo HPT (was Hitachi Power Tools) 18 Volt Power Tool Battery Charger Thickness Planers soaking depth accommodates large pots Number of Batteries Included:9 soaking depth accommodates large pots and pans Hot dipped galvanized steel resists corrosion for long lasting outdoor or coastal use new name: Hitachi power tools has renamed to Metabo HPT Best in class charge time (charges an 18V Li ion 6 0Ah battery in 38 min) USB terminal (can charge mobile device and tool battery simultaneously) MultiVolt battery charges in 52 minutes using the UC18YSL3M charger Charger designed to cool the battery during the charging cycle to prevent overheating Charger uses color light indicators to clearly indicate the stage of battery charge Charger rapidly charges Metabo HPT lithium ion slide type batteries