could you please give me the exact site name for this chinese battery company--the one correction gives me nothing- I need an inexpensive replacement for a Worx grass trimmer their prices are 1/2 the cost of a new unit thamks in advance
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I wouldn't have posted this if you hadn't posted about Ryobi also, but I can't agree more. 12 years ago I never would have thought I would like or recommend Ryobi tools. I got started in them because my parents bought a ONE+ 18V starter kit for me for Christmas 2005. I still use those original tools. The rubber grip on the drill has been long gone and I've had the motor smoking like crazy thinking for sure it was toast, but it still works great.I'm partial to the ryobi stuff, old and new batteries are cheap, available, and interchangeable, they make tons of tools, and like me, they're cheap. The handheld grinder is one of my favorites, a battery will sharpen 2 BH blades, still on the machine, put a cutting disc on it, and you can cut a slot down the side of damaged male thread, to clean up a buggered up thread. also can use to cut off nuts, that are jammed, or just to tight to f with...
Since then I've bought lots of compatible tools, as well as a lantern and radio for when the power goes out. Most of the tools, including the lantern and radio I would not have bought in a different brand because I just wouldn't be able to justify the cost. Other than the drill, most of the tools are rarely used, and probably go months or years between uses. Since the Ryobis are so inexpensive I can buy the additional tools for the little bit of use I need, and be happy I had the tool to do it for me. Batteries and chargers aren't bad either, and I have lots of batteries and several chargers, including a 12v charger.
Old batteries, new batteries, old tools, new tools, it doesn't matter, as long as it's the ONE+ 18V they'll work together. The new chargers will work with new and old batteries as well.
I bought more of the NiCd batteries and rebuilt a few myself, but I've been using the Li-ion the last 5 years or so and I won't be going back to NiCd.
The only real complaints I have is that the drill chucks want to loosen during use and Ryobi is only available at Home Depot (which I otherwise hate).
Unless someone is using their tools everyday, I'd say that Ryobi should be the first brand of cordless tools you look at.
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Howling - hadn't thought about lesser weight for lesser jobs, but makes perfect sense.
For now, I just got the two 5.0 with the kit.
Will keep that in mind when I get more batteries.
Can never have too many tools.Or add a couple M12 fuel drivers like I did. They're a mega light powerhouse
Multiple drills means not having to change bits while working on project. Just grab the drill with the right size drill or tap in the chuck.
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I stand corrected. The two people I know who bought these have both had a battery replaced with no problems, but there are tens of thousands of internet pages of people complaining about this tool series & it's warranty being a scam at best & maybe out & out fraud.
Back in 2005, my co-worker tried to warranty a ridgid battey. It took 8 to 10 months for them to approve the request, and another 4 months to process it. He did get the battery, but the tool was burnt out by then.I stand corrected. The two people I know who bought these have both had a battery replaced with no problems, but there are tens of thousands of internet pages of people complaining about this tool series & it's warranty being a scam at best & maybe out & out fraud.
My gripe is, Ridgid is marketed to the professional tradesman who cannot afford downtime on a tool they uses to put bread on the table. A 12 month turn around time isn't even acceptable for a home handy hacker, let alone someone in the trades.
You got that right! Here are my little secret weapons that have changed the way I work on cars/trucks/tractors forever.
1/4 M12 Fuel
3/8 M12 Fuel
Thanks for the reply and sorry I did not sooner. I am going to check them out.
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"I have a couple old DeWalt drills that were like new I picked up for cheap. The batteries were pretty toasted so I went on CORRECTION :Amazon and ordered some Chinese replacement NiMh batteries with a higher capacity than the old original batteries. THEY ROCK! I am very happy with the result and I think the batteries ran me $15 each a year or so ago. I betcha they have replacement batteries for nearly every brand out there now. The fit and finish of these batteries is identical to my OEM battery except they are all black plastic. And its good to get ratings by people who have used them."
BE VERY careful with those batteries............why you ask, as a shop teacher, I have 9 18v dewalt hammer/driver drills, the dewalt batteries are $$$$ -- best deal was 2 for $100, so I too bought a few of the "chinese" battreees......and they do work fine (bought 8), well, until 3 of them melted to the core!!!! Despite being 99% just like the dewalt batteries, there is a little difference, the lights on the charger see them funny too, but one kid picked up a drill used it , and placed the drill back on the table.....smoke rolled from the drill, somehow the battery terminals inside touched each other, the entire neck of the battery melted!!!!
I have 9 other bosch lith-ion battery drills, those are very nice too. The newest ones are "brushless" and those that use a drill day to day will find them a little funny to use at first, you'll understand when you get one!!
There is no comparison b/w NiCad and Lith-ion batteries, the Lithium will outlast and out charge any of the NiCad's
Something to watch in the next couple of years - the companies like Tesla and Panasonic will be making batteries that will last 5 times as long and charge five times as fast! As we all know....that technology will cost a few large bills at first!
"I have a couple old DeWalt drills that were like new I picked up for cheap. The batteries were pretty toasted so I went on CORRECTION :Amazon and ordered some Chinese replacement NiMh batteries with a higher capacity than the old original batteries. THEY ROCK! I am very happy with the result and I think the batteries ran me $15 each a year or so ago. I betcha they have replacement batteries for nearly every brand out there now. The fit and finish of these batteries is identical to my OEM battery except they are all black plastic. And its good to get ratings by people who have used them."
BE VERY careful with those batteries............why you ask, as a shop teacher, I have 9 18v dewalt hammer/driver drills, the dewalt batteries are $$$$ -- best deal was 2 for $100, so I too bought a few of the "chinese" battreees......and they do work fine (bought 8), well, until 3 of them melted to the core!!!! Despite being 99% just like the dewalt batteries, there is a little difference, the lights on the charger see them funny too, but one kid picked up a drill used it , and placed the drill back on the table.....smoke rolled from the drill, somehow the battery terminals inside touched each other, the entire neck of the battery melted!!!!
I have 9 other bosch lith-ion battery drills, those are very nice too. The newest ones are "brushless" and those that use a drill day to day will find them a little funny to use at first, you'll understand when you get one!!
There is no comparison b/w NiCad and Lith-ion batteries, the Lithium will outlast and out charge any of the NiCad's
Something to watch in the next couple of years - the companies like Tesla and Panasonic will be making batteries that will last 5 times as long and charge five times as fast! As we all know....that technology will cost a few large bills at first!
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Yikes.
What brand were they?
Mine are for the smaller 9v DeWalt drill and so far, they are holding up great. They pop on the charger and seem to work muy bueno.
Yeah, LiIon batteries are a true gift. Twice the energy storage as NiMh.
I STILL have two Skill battery drills (with the internal 4.5v nicad) both dead but, I cannot bring myself to toss them. Still have the chargers. All I need is 6 sub-C nicads and these piggies will be drilling 20-30 holes per charge at 500 rpm!!!!
This was the drill I first bought after I got married. My wife's dad had three hand tools in the house. She had no concept of "handy." She asked me how often I would use the drill. Can I rent it? What are the recurring costs? What is the lifespan of the drill? (My wife was a cost analyst in the AF.) I took her hand and explained, if our marriage was to work, if the point in question was a tool I was going to buy, never mind I have three others, don't ask any questions. She said, "OK."
Its been a happy 36 years!
What brand were they?
Mine are for the smaller 9v DeWalt drill and so far, they are holding up great. They pop on the charger and seem to work muy bueno.
Yeah, LiIon batteries are a true gift. Twice the energy storage as NiMh.
I STILL have two Skill battery drills (with the internal 4.5v nicad) both dead but, I cannot bring myself to toss them. Still have the chargers. All I need is 6 sub-C nicads and these piggies will be drilling 20-30 holes per charge at 500 rpm!!!!
This was the drill I first bought after I got married. My wife's dad had three hand tools in the house. She had no concept of "handy." She asked me how often I would use the drill. Can I rent it? What are the recurring costs? What is the lifespan of the drill? (My wife was a cost analyst in the AF.) I took her hand and explained, if our marriage was to work, if the point in question was a tool I was going to buy, never mind I have three others, don't ask any questions. She said, "OK."
Its been a happy 36 years!
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the ones I was referring to were the 18v dewalt "copies" - they worked well, just when I thought they were a great deal.....ppppooof!
they still get great reviews.......
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019RJMA7...QZGR48G8M&pf_rd_s=desktop-rhs-carousels&psc=1
the ones I was referring to were the 18v dewalt "copies" - they worked well, just when I thought they were a great deal.....ppppooof!
they still get great reviews.......
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019RJMA7...QZGR48G8M&pf_rd_s=desktop-rhs-carousels&psc=1
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Hope you wrote a review!
One thing I learned a long time ago was, no matter whether its your cell phone or your cordless drill battery, leaving it on charge 24/7 damages it. I bought some 115v timer modules and use them all over my house to charge stuff. Nothing ever charges for more than four hours. I started this with my new cell phone 2 years ago and the battery is still going strong. Wifey's too. Handy for charging NiMh's in an older NiCd charger because of the different charge curve and cut-off voltage. The timer puts in a good four hours at limited current and the batteries are topped off without over charging them.
Ray
One thing I learned a long time ago was, no matter whether its your cell phone or your cordless drill battery, leaving it on charge 24/7 damages it. I bought some 115v timer modules and use them all over my house to charge stuff. Nothing ever charges for more than four hours. I started this with my new cell phone 2 years ago and the battery is still going strong. Wifey's too. Handy for charging NiMh's in an older NiCd charger because of the different charge curve and cut-off voltage. The timer puts in a good four hours at limited current and the batteries are topped off without over charging them.
Ray
With Ni-cd I would agree. Does your phone have ni-cd, I thought they were li-ion now. I know my cell phone with li-ion does a lot better if I let it charge 8 hours or more than it does if I unplug it as soon as it says it is charged after an hour or so, and I'm getting better life with my drill li-ion batteries now that I've quit letting them get completely drained and I top them off between uses. Li-ion have better chargers that keep them from overcharging.
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Just an update -
Have used the drill/driver and the 1/4" impact several times. Made a version of Johnny's greasegun holders, and a few other things. Haven't done anything too heavy duty yet.
So far, REALLY liking the little impact driver! RPM's can run a little fast, but I think that is something just to get used to. Real handy little tool!
Have used the drill/driver and the 1/4" impact several times. Made a version of Johnny's greasegun holders, and a few other things. Haven't done anything too heavy duty yet.
So far, REALLY liking the little impact driver! RPM's can run a little fast, but I think that is something just to get used to. Real handy little tool!
I bought one of the Milwaukee drills about 4 or 5 years ago and I like it. That thing has some balls when drilling. I can tell you one thing it it hurts like h when you get hit beside the head with the battery pack. I was drill a hole on my wood processor and the drill caught, the drill came around and smacked beside the head. I think I saw stars for a min. The only problem I had with mine is when the temp got below 30 if I left it in an area with no heat the battery was dead. Bring it in the heat and when it warmed up it was fine. They replaced the charger and both batteries and checked the drill but it still does it so I just live with it. I have been eyeing those impacts as my next purchase
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I know this is old, but the reciprocating saw got a lot of use the first time last weekend. Very happy with it! It is pretty stout!
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Storing cordless tools of any kind in sub zero temps will trash batteries in short order. My contractor buddy heats his jobsite trailer to save his batteries. When its at home, trailer is in shop that is just above freezing. There is no savings other than having batteries that still do the job.