As an industrial maintenance mechanic for the past twenty years, I have seen maintenance and other trades revolutionized by the introduction of cordless tools. They help save time, money and can be used just about anywhere. Technology has come alomg way since the early days of cordless tools. Larger voltages have resulted in more power and longer run times from batteries have helped the tools become popular among tradesmen.
One of the only knocks against cordless tools has been the weight. The average 18 volt cordless drill has weighed up to six pounds in the past. The tool manufacturers have listened to the tradesman who want more power, more run time, and a lighter tool. The development of lithium-ion batteries for the cordless tool industry addresses all three of these consumer needs. Lithium-ion batteries offer a reduction in cordless battery weight of 25-40 % and a total tool weight of up to 25 %. In the past, many of the NiCad and NiMH batteries had to extend up into the handle of tools such as cordless drills, reciprocating saws, and circular saws. This all translated into more overall weight for the battery and tool. With the development of lithium-iom technology, manufacturers can pack more power in a battery pack that is the same size/weight as the NiCad or NiMH or fit the same power as the NiCad or NiMH in a smaller battery pack.
Lithium Drills
Lithium-ion batteries can also deliver more run time per charge than NiCad.The highest capacity for lithium-ion batteries is 3.0 Ah. This represents a 25 percent increase of the NiCad at 2.4 Ah. The NiMH highest rated capacity is 3.5 Ah. The lithium-ion may not deliver a better run time than the NiMH, but the lithium-ion battery will deliver better total performance over the life of the battery than NiCad and NiMH.The results are plainly seen in the the power delivery curve over the cycle life of the lithium-ion battery. The power delivery curve is steady compared to the older technology. This helps power delivery remain constant over the life of the charge. We all know what happens to a cordless tool when the battery starts to wind down.
It loses much of its power.The power loss at the end of the charge is drastically reduced in lithium-ion batteries. The lithium-ion battery delivers better total performance over the life of the battery than NiCad and NiMH. Another advantage of lithium-ion batteries is that cordless power tools have a better ergonomic design. With the battery not extending into the handle of the tool, manufacturers can make a more comfortable grip for their consumers to enhance the use of the tool. Lithium-ion batteries are the way of the future in cordless tools. NiCad and NiMH will be around for several more years but like cars, older models are eventually retired to make way for the new. Visit [http://wwwjustcordlessdrills.com] for more cordless drill information.
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Black & Decker LDX112C 12-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Drill/Driver Feature
- Lithium-ion battery holds charge longer between use and has longer cycle life
- 11-position clutch provides precise control for drilling into wood, metal, and plastic, and for all screwdriving tasks
- Compact and lightweight for less user fatigue and for drilling and screwdriving in confined spaces
- Variable speed allows countersinking without damaging material
- Anti-slip soft grip provides comfort when using the drill
Black & Decker LDX112C 12-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Drill/Driver Overview
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Black & Decker’s LDX112C 12-volt MAX lithium-ion drill/driver packs a powerful punch in a compact frame thanks to its long-lasting lithium battery, lightweight construction, and ergonomic features that increase comfort and productivity. Ideal for household jobs like building furniture, changing cabinet hardware, or hanging artwork, the LDX112C easily fits in tight spaces and provides enough torque (up to 100 inch-pounds) to handily complete tasks on your honey-do list.
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 The LDX112C 12-volt MAX lithium-ion drill/driver is ideal for household projects, from hanging artwork to changing hardware to building furniture. View larger |
Black & Decker’s exclusive Smart Charge Technology combines seamlessly with the powerful 12-volt lithium-ion battery in the LDX112C to provide a charge that lasts up to 500 days in between uses–that’s five times the battery life of previous comparable NiCd models. By providing an extra level of control, the 11-position clutch helps to prevent the stripping of screws. Practical construction features include an LED work light that illuminates the work surface for easier drilling in dark places and a soft-grip handle for added comfort during use. The 3/8-inch chuck makes for quick and easy bit changes, and the on-board bit storage provides easy access to the screwdriver bit.
About Black & Decker
Since 1910, Black & Decker has been setting the standard for innovation and design of power tools, accessories, outdoor yard care equipment, home cleaning products, automotive and lighting products, hardware and home improvement products, and technology-based fastening systems. The inventor of the first portable electric drill with pistol grip and trigger switch, Black & Decker has evolved from a small machine shop in Baltimore, Maryland, to a global manufacturing and marketing powerhouse with a broad line of quality products used in and around the home and for commercial applications.
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One Black & Decker LDX112C 12-volt MAX lithium-ion drill/driver with one battery, one charger, and one double-ended bit tip.
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