Cordless
drill batteries have developed rapidly over
the past 20 years. While early cordless
drills were
sometimes lacking in power and had relatively
short lifespans, today's batteries utilize
the latest in charging materials and technology
to provide short charging times, long battery
life, and maximum power output. When cordless
drills were first introduced, cordless drill
batteries typically used Nickel Cadmium (NiCad)
batteries. These batteries were based on recharging
technology that was nearly 50 years old, and today's
NiCad batteries offer more power and better stamina
thanks largely to the efforts of cordless tool
manufacturers. Makita, Ryobi, Black and Decker, and
DeWalt are three industry leaders in cordless
drill battery technology, and a look at each
manufacturers product line will help to explain
many facets of cordless drill batteries.
DeWalt
DeWalt
cordless drill batteries come in several different
voltages, ranging from 12 Volts to 24 Volts.
Each of these DeWalt cordless drills use batteries
that are interchangeable with other DeWalt
cordless tools, so that only a single charger
is required for tools of the same voltage.
DeWalt has recently introduced the XRP battery
line. These new batteries utilize a three stage
charging system. After one hour of charging,
the battery is ready for use. Three hours of
charging will ensure that each cell in the battery
has been fully charged, and following this the
charger will maintain the battery with minimal
trickles, thus preventing overcharging.
Black and Decker batteries
Black and Decker batteries also come in a variety
of sizes and power levels. With Black and Decker's
proven reputation as a tool manufacturer, you
can be sure that a Black and Decker battery will
provide the power you need to complete your do
it yourself project.
Ryobi
cordless drill battery
Ryobi also makes powerful drills for the do
it yourselfer. Ryobi
cordless drill batteries come in 12, 14.4, or 18 Volt sizes, and can be
recharged quickly and easily. Ryobi cordless
drill batteries are also interchangeable with
other Ryobi cordless tools, which can extend
your working time with all the tools in your
tool shed.
Buying a cordless drill can be a challenging
task because of the many manufacturers producing
these useful tools. By examining battery technology
offered by different manufacturers you can be
assured of getting the most powerful cordless
drill batteries.
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