Is DeWalt still making 18V batteries?

Is DeWalt still making 18V batteries?

Right now, 18V kits have dropped in price, and many remain on store shelves as less expensive pro tool options. Eventually, 18V tools will be discontinued, but only Dewalt knows when that will be. For now, and even after the tools are eventually discontinued or phased out, Dewalt 18V batteries will still be available.

How long do DeWalt 18 volt batteries last?

DeWalt warranties their Lithium-ion batteries for three years. If you take great care, you can expect them to last much longer.

Are all DeWalt 18V batteries the same?

DeWalt 18v batteries are compatible with the whole DeWalt XR range, meaning that you could potentially take care of your needs with just two; one in use and one on charge.

Can you use 20V battery on 18V DeWalt?

3/3/16 Update: If you are using DeWalt 18V compact drills with model number DC970 or DC759, you should only use the following 20V batteries with the adapter: DCB201, DCB203, DCB203BT. DeWalt 20V lithium ion batteries promise 33% more capacity than other standard 20V batteries, as well as virtually no self-discharge.

Did DeWalt change batteries?

DeWalt’s new Flexvolt battery will be able to power a new line of 60- and 120-volt cordless power tools, also announced Tuesday, and any of its 65 existing 20-volt cordless power tools. The existing 20-volt charger will charge the new Flexvolt battery.”

How do I know if my Dewalt battery is bad?

Touch the red probe to the positive (+) contact and read the multimeter. A fully charged Dewalt battery should read close to 20 volts. If the battery voltage indicator lights show the battery fully charged, but you don’t a reading of at least 18 volts on the multimeter, the battery probably has a problem.

How do you test a 18 volt Dewalt battery?

How to Test Dewalt 18 Batteries

1. Place the volt meter and the Dewalt battery on a clean, dry and flat surface. Turn the volt meter on and allow it the warm up for a minute.
2. Remove the red and black handled testers from the side of the meter.
3. Set the volt meter to volts using the turn knob on the front of it.

Can I use a Dewalt 18v battery in a 20V tool?

The adapter works great with any 20v MAX battery, and with most all 18v tools. After the modification, it will fit in any 18v tool. Please note since all 18v dewalt tools are actually running on 20v, there is no harm in using this with any of the dewalt 18v tools.

Is it OK to leave DeWalt battery on charger?

DOES IT HURT DEWALT BATTERIES TO LEAVE THEM IN THE CHARGER? No. The DEWALT chargers have a maintenance mode which allows batteries to remain in the charger, maintaining a fully charged pack until the user is ready to work. Storing DEWALT Lithium Ion batteries outside of the charger will not result in loss of charge.