About Your Power Tool Batteries
Battery strengths are measured in mAh. You may see batteries with the same size but with different life span. For standard size batteries, you have the option to choose what type to use unless instructed in the user’s manual of the power tool product you purchased. The only reason you do not want to replace or change the type is when your power tool comes with internal charge of its own.
Often when you get a cordless power tool you will find that the charger that comes with it or that you buy will charge different types of batteries. But you need to need to be sure and only charge the correct types of batteries in the charger. If you try charging the wrong type it could prove a hazard.
Another consideration that you should heed is recycling those batteries when they stop working. If you just throw them in the garbage they can cause undue harm to the environment. So please dispose of them responsibly.
One of the rechargeable batteries rated high on the market is NiCad Batteries. Over the life span of the NiCad battery it will lose power but if charged incorrectly, power will be lost faster. NiCad batteries should be fully discharged before recharging it. People are not aware that charging a battery that is not fully discharged will deteriorate the holding capacity and shorten or lessen the power. There is no solution but to purchase a new one when this problem takes place. NiCad Batteries have low power level compared to standard batteries. It means that it should not be used for cameras or devices of the same kind.
The NiMH style of batteries has replaced the old style batteries. These new batteries are much better, they have more power, last longer and are much easier for the customer to use and maintain. The run time of the newer batteries has greatly improved taking away the frustration of turning on your power tool only to have it lose power after a few minutes of use.
With proper care and maintenance your power tool batteries will last a long time. Just be sure to read your users manual and not ignore it. It really was written to help you get the most out of your power tool like a Bosch circular saw. If you should travel with your tool be sure that you get adaptors to help you get connected to the proper power supply as needed. This lets you take advantage of working where you need to.