Looks like there will finally be an adapter for our old 18v tools to use new batteries
http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-20v-max-18v-battery-adapter-rumor-discussion/
http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-20v-max-18v-battery-adapter-rumor-discussion/
Anyone else waiting on this? Dewalt 18v adapter
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Jarhead0408
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I am happy to hear this.
I bought a DeWalt 18v 1/2" compact impact gun on clearance last year for around $24 (Thanks Hot Deals thread!). I didn't really want to pay a lot for the batteries, so I just let it sit until yet again the Hot Deals thread came through, and I scored two batteries from Amazon for $69 shipped.
I was worried that my 18v tools would all be obsolete before too long. Looks like that's not the case!
I bought a DeWalt 18v 1/2" compact impact gun on clearance last year for around $24 (Thanks Hot Deals thread!). I didn't really want to pay a lot for the batteries, so I just let it sit until yet again the Hot Deals thread came through, and I scored two batteries from Amazon for $69 shipped.
I was worried that my 18v tools would all be obsolete before too long. Looks like that's not the case!
Jarhead0408
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It's already out as a matter of fact:
Stand alone adapter for $39 including shipping: http://www.toolauthority.com/dewalt...r-charger-and-18v-battery-pack-with-nano-9541
Adapter, charger, and (2) 20v XR Li batteries for $149 including shipping: http://www.toolauthority.com/dewalt...r-charger-and-18v-battery-pack-with-nano-9544
It's pretty bulky to be honest, but I'm still glad they made it.
Stand alone adapter for $39 including shipping: http://www.toolauthority.com/dewalt...r-charger-and-18v-battery-pack-with-nano-9541
Adapter, charger, and (2) 20v XR Li batteries for $149 including shipping: http://www.toolauthority.com/dewalt...r-charger-and-18v-battery-pack-with-nano-9544
It's pretty bulky to be honest, but I'm still glad they made it.
There is no add to cart option, so I don't think it is out.
And according to dewalts website, won't be out till Jan 2016
http://www.dewalt.com/tools/cordless-batteries-dca2203c.aspx
1950mercury
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It only works on a few 18 volt tools.
Few, most, almost the same
Sine Swept
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I remember my friend modifying some of his batteries. He was using a 12v in a 9.6 gun or a 14 in a 12, there was just a notch on the battery that he filed down so it would fit.
I always wondered how much voltage they could actually take.
I always wondered how much voltage they could actually take.
Jarhead0408
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Ah-Ha!
Well Sir, you've won the "observance" contest this time around. I completely missed that.
You can buy one now it added to cart and $44 dollars
http://www.dewalt.com/tools/20v-max-batteries-dca1820.aspx
http://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/61133476?rItem=61133476
http://www.dewalt.com/tools/20v-max-batteries-dca1820.aspx
http://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/61133476?rItem=61133476
radrush
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kctyphoon
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I think dewalt is about 2 or 3 years late on this one.. Had they released this shortly after bringing the 20v max stuff to market, I'm sure more people would have stayed loyal to the brand, and just started to eventually buy into 20v bare tools slowly since they would have probably bought a new drill kit just to get the initial batteries and charger. BUT Dewalt DIDNT, and so people DIDNT.. I can personally thank dewalt for making me a Milwaukee convert, which actually turned out to be a good thing for me in the long run. Especially for Milwaukee, cause instead of replacing a few batteries, I wound sinking a few grand into replacement tools, and things I would have never bothered buying if I just upgraded batteries.
I'm sure Dewalt can't ignore that trend anymore, and has realized just how many people have jumped ship since many other brands have come out with bigger and better things, while dewalt is still pushing its nicad tool line. Seems like this is a desperate attempt at customer retention, and they grossly miscalculated just how may people would jump to a different brand over upgrading to their 20v line.
I'm sure Dewalt can't ignore that trend anymore, and has realized just how many people have jumped ship since many other brands have come out with bigger and better things, while dewalt is still pushing its nicad tool line. Seems like this is a desperate attempt at customer retention, and they grossly miscalculated just how may people would jump to a different brand over upgrading to their 20v line.
I would have thought they would have been backwards compatible or something.
Lookin to get a new 20v impact driver and don't know which one to buy.
That is what I am trying to avoid the minute you get the thing instantly they got something else and the batteries don't work on others.
Kinda dumb one would think they would stick with a standardized adapter or something, maybe i am missin something?
Is Dewalt a brand that is falling away if so what others ones are better?
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Thanks DeWalt for making me switch to Milwaukee. Best tool related decision I've ever made!
wingnut_1
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Yep, I liked my Dewalt, but moved on to Milwaukee Fuel and upgraded my C3 19.2V....
kctyphoon
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Well the 18v line has been around for like 20 years and it's still going.. Home Depot STILL sells Makita 9.6v stick packs on the shelf, which was the tool line of the day before Dewalts 18v.. I don't think you have anything to worry about. These products are supported basically forever between new and aftermarket batteries.
So is the Milwaukee better than the Dewalt ones?
I work on motorcycles and all metric tools had a 3/8 Snap-On impact long time ago.
So I am looking for an impact like the 1/4 one was looking at the Dewalt one or the Bosch with the 1/2 drive and 1/4 internal drive.
Thanks for the information these are expensive and it is like gazillions of them to chose from.
Jarhead0408
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I PLAN on transitioning to Milwaukee's M18 FUEL series, but in the mean time DeWalt 18v tools are cheap second hand!
kctyphoon
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This is off topic, but IMO, if you KNOW you're only going to get a few tools then buy whatever you like - however, if you think you will, or may want to buy different things in the future, then consider looking at what else each product line offers and think of your purchase as buying into a "system" of tools..
There is nothing wrong with any of the major professional brands. I like Milwaukee better, and unless you plan on buying the top of the line dewalt impact driver (it's the model with the recessed chuck), I can tell you that Milwaukee's brushed 18v impact driver is stronger than Dewalts brushless impact driver that's sold with their 20v hammer drill in HD. I have both at work, and have driven lags in side by side with on another..
Both are good, both work well, but you would think anything brushless would be stronger than anything brushed.. It's not always the case when comparing different brands.. Just do some research, spend some time on YouTube. Basically anything you buy will make you happy these days, but we always like to split hairs here..
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I agree with that splittin hairs (easy to do) over tools especially.
Funny how you use tools all the time and they may not work as good as the lowest end model now and one spends so much time lookin at them all.
fourjeepin
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Re: Home Depot Clearance Thread 2015
Yep, that would have been smart. This and the lifetime warranty is why I decided to go with Ridgid. They don't have as large a selection of tools as some of the other brands though - my only complaint thus far.
Yep, that would have been smart. This and the lifetime warranty is why I decided to go with Ridgid. They don't have as large a selection of tools as some of the other brands though - my only complaint thus far.
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I thought it was due out in December. I've got 20v at work, 18 at home except for a 20v impact. I'm sick of taking my batteries home when I know I'm going to need my 20v 1/2" impact.
rsanter
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Well I am glad the finally came out with it.
I would agree that they were very slow with making one but they finally did.
I have stuck with my Dewalt stuff as it has been very good and only a couple,of my batteries have died out. The rest are still going strong.
What this will do for me is the next time I want to add a cordless tool to my collection I will be getting the 20v and then buy this adapter. I have not wanted to buy any more of the 18v tools in case they were on the way out and didn't want to start replacing with the 20v or any other brand as my 18v stuff was still going strong.
To me this will encourage people like me to go ahead and have both as when my 18v batteries finally die I won't worry about it
Bob
I would agree that they were very slow with making one but they finally did.
I have stuck with my Dewalt stuff as it has been very good and only a couple,of my batteries have died out. The rest are still going strong.
What this will do for me is the next time I want to add a cordless tool to my collection I will be getting the 20v and then buy this adapter. I have not wanted to buy any more of the 18v tools in case they were on the way out and didn't want to start replacing with the 20v or any other brand as my 18v stuff was still going strong.
To me this will encourage people like me to go ahead and have both as when my 18v batteries finally die I won't worry about it
Bob
Jeff95TA
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From a previous thread (the items are lights and radios):
Hi Jeff,
Thank you for contacting us.
I have reviewed your inquiry and included below the list of models it is not compatible with. It shows to fit the nailers. I do apologize for the inconvenience this has caused.
DC020
DC022
DCL060
DCL601
DC018
DC012
DC011
DW911
In case this email does not fully answer your question, or you would like to contact us for any reason, simply reply to this email.
Thank you,
Ashlee
DEWALT Customer Care