Torxup VoltGuard 6500: Technical Specifications & Professional Use Cases
The VoltGuard 6500 is a 6.5A rapid charger for 14.4–18V (LXT) lithium packs that blends speed, cell care, and diagnostics. It’s engineered as a Makita 18V 6A charger-class solution for teams that refuse downtime.
SMART LCD Diagnostics (What You See, Why It Matters)
- Live Voltage (V)
- Live Current (A)
- State of Charge (%)
- LED Indicators
<80%, ≥80%, Full, and Fault flags help triage weak or damaged packs before they waste your time.
- Field impact: Techs make smarter swap decisions, speeding up rotations without guessing.
Charge Algorithm (Why “Fast” Doesn’t Mean “Hot”)
High-Rate Recovery
Early surge to recover voltage quickly on depleted packs.
Thermal Control
Active fan cooling holds temps in the sweet spot as internal resistance climbs.
Taper & Top-Off
Current reduces near full to avoid heat pile-up — a common cause of early cell ageing on rapid chargers.
Result: Compatible with Makita DC18RC / 18V 6A class with a focus on temperature stability throughout.
Core Specifications (expanded)
- Charge current:
6.5A multi-stage rapid
- Supported voltages:
- Typical charge times:
- 2.0Ah → ~20–25 min
- 3.0Ah → ~30–35 min
- 4.0Ah → ~40–45 min
- 5.0Ah → ~50–55 min
- 6.0Ah → ~55–65 min
- Cooling system:
Active fan (battery + electronics airflow path)
- Cooling system:
Active fan (battery + electronics airflow path)
- Protection:
Over-heat, over-voltage, short-circuit, fault-battery detection
- Indicators:
SMART LCD (V/A/%) + LED status
- Dimensions/weight:
15D × 20W × 7H cm, ~700 ga
- Input power:
220–240V AC, 50–60 Hz (UK 3-pin plug)
- Certifications:
CE compliant
- Warranty:
12 months (plus 14-day money-back)
Compatibility & Cross-Reference)
Torxup Volt Guard 6500
- Designed to be compatible with Makita LXT 14.4–18V slide batteries; commonly used packs include BL1815 / BL1830 / BL1840 / BL1850 / BL1860.
- Nominative fair-use note: Makita® names are used solely to indicate compatibility and comparison. Torxup is an independent brand and not affiliated with Makita.
Professional Use Cases (detailed)
- Joinery & Carpentry:
Burst-draw tools (saws, drivers) benefit from 80% pulls that take minutes off every swap.
- Electrical & HVAC:
Long days, many short cycles; fault detection helps isolate weak packs quickly.
- Roofing/Decking:
High ambient heat amplifies charge stress — active cooling keeps performance consistent.
- Mobile Vans:
Two-charger wall (A/B lanes) on a small inverter/generator maintains a clean rotation for two techs.
Bench Layouts
- 2–4 person crew:
2× VoltGuard 6500, 4–6 packs. Flow: Tool → Cool → Charge → Ready.
- 5–8 person crew:
3–4 chargers mounted on ply at chest height; A–D lanes; runner rotates packs clockwise.
- Power planning:
Split across circuits; avoid a single long reel; maintain airflow clearance of 100–150 mm.
Battery Health: Practical Rules
Cool first
Let hot packs sit 5–10 minutes; fans help, but cool starts are best.
Don’t “float”
Avoid leaving packs on bays for days; store at 40–60% if idle.
Ventilate
Dust-free, open space behind the charger vents.
Track
Whiteboard weak packs; replace before they stall a day’s schedule.
Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
Fault LED on immediately: Cell or BMS issue; try a different pack to confirm.
Slow finishing at 95–100%: Normal taper protects cells; pull at 80% if you only need a quick turn.
Fan never spins: Low ambient / top-off only; fan ramps with thermal demand.
Pack hot to the touch: Pause to cool; check ventilation; inspect for age-related internal resistance.
Charge-Time Calculator
Torxup VoltGuard 6500 Specs Table
Achieving a Perfect Fit
- Charge current 6.5A (multi-stage)
- Packs compatible with 14.4–18V LXT slide-type (BL1815/30/40/50/60)
- Typical times: 2.0Ah ~20–25 / 3.0Ah ~30–35 / 4.0Ah ~40–45 / 5.0Ah ~50–55 / 6.0Ah ~55–65
- Cooling Active fan
- Protection Over-heat/voltage, short-circuit, fault-battery
- Display SMART LCD (V/A/%) + LEDs
- Size/weight 15×20×7 cm / ~700 g
- Input 220–240V AC (UK 3-pin)
- Cert CE, Warranty 12 months, Returns 14-day
ROI / Downtime Calculator
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this replace a Makita DC18RC?
It’s a compatible with Makita 18V 6A charger-class alternative designed for LXT slide packs, with SMART LCD and active cooling.
How fast is it?
Method: Internal bench test at 20–22 °C using a Torxup charger and compatible with Makita® BL1850B (5.0 Ah) batteries cycled to 5–10% SoC. “3.0A chargers” . Measured from start to charge-complete indicator. Times vary with temperature, battery condition, and starting SoC.
What protections are built in?
Over-heat, over-voltage, short-circuit, plus fault-battery detection.
Warranty & returns?
Legal & Safety
Compatible with Makita® LXT 18V (Not OEM)
Torxup’s 6500-18V charger, compatible with Makita® batteries. Third-party, not affiliated with Makita. Fast charge performance and UK returns.