Power Tool Batteries are specifically made for each power tool brand or model. A wide range of these batteries and compatible replacements for most of them are available in the market today. Everyone has at least one or two of these tools in and around the house for sure. They will not be able to function by themselves and definitely need to be operated on power. Many batteries lose their power due improper care. Some batteries lose power as they aren't used much since they are expensive. So let us look at a few tips on how to keep your batteries in good shape and how to take care of them so that you can get the most from them.
Power tool batteries are generally made up of many small cells packed together in one package. These are generally made of NiCD (Nickel - Cadmium) which means that we will apply the basic NiCD battery rules here. These kind of batteries develop memory effect. Memory effect is when the rechargeable batteries hold less charge in them. This happens in NiCD batteries when they are recharged when they have been only partially used. The battery seems to remember only the smaller capacity. To avoid this from happening you must power cycle your battery at least once every week. Power cycle means to completely use up battery charge and then completely charge it.
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When a battery is not used for a long time it may go dead. Hence you need to maintain it well to avoid it from going dead. This is one of the major issues of these batteries. The battery must be maintained by taking from storage and charging and discharging it occasionally. The batteries must be stored in dry cool places, away from metals and heat to keep them in good condition.
These batteries might be used at times in dusty, dry and dirty places while at work. To ensure that they are kept clean and not damaged by the dirt and dust you can wipe them with alcohol and cotton swabs. This will keep it clean as required and ensure longer life.
If you think that the power tool battery that you have does not charge completely or just won't function as required. You must know that it is time to rebuild the battery. When I say rebuild, this means you have to replace the smaller cells in the battery with new ones. This rebuilding is much cheaper as compared to purchasing an entire new Battery. Rebuilding can also be used to upgrade the current battery with higher capacity cells that will last longer between the battery charges that happen. This means that basically you can improve the efficiency of the Batteries to last you longer.