Why you should choose lithium Ion Batteries.

If your going to purchase a cordless tool, then you should really think about getting one with Lithium ion batteries. They cost more, and it's easy to think you could just buy a cheaper model and get a spare battery, but it's not the same. Lithium ion batteries are a true hassle free solution.

Lithium ion batteries, or Li-ion as there often called, have got a lot going for them when you use them in cordless tools. They have twice the power density than other rechargeable types, so you get a smaller lighter tool. It's not just the power density that makes them smaller, each Li-ion cell has three times the voltage of an ordinary cell so it only takes a third of the cells to get same output voltage.

Li-ion batteries have a low self discharge rate as well, that means the battery stays charged longer when you're not using it. I've got a milwaukee sawzall with Li-ion batteries. For some jobs I'll be using it all day, and put it to charge at night. But a lot of time I'm just using it for the odd cut here and there, and I just don't bother charging it. It never discharges itself, I don't think that saw battery has ever been flat, but I only ever charge it for the big jobs.

I recently purchased a Makita 18Volt cordless drill for use in my shop. It's smaller and lighter but just as powerful than my old heavier NiCad drill if not more so. Last week I went to a friends house to help him install some cabinets. He had to change his battery twice while I was still working on the same charge!

I think the biggest advantage of Li-ion batteries is that they have no memory effect. Basically, memory effect refers to a battery accepting less charge than expected. NiCad batteries are the most impacted by this "memory effect" although NiMh batteries can also experience this condition. Memory effect can be minimized if you closely follow the manufacturers charging instructions.

With Li-ion batteries, you don't have to make sure the battery is fully drained before you charge it. You can top off the charge anytime without worrying about reduced performance of the battery. It's just one less thing to worry about.

Remember the performance qualities of the Lithium Ion battery the next time you're in the market for a new cordless tool. I'm sure you will appreciate the lighter, more powerful longer lasting Li-ion batteries a great investment.

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