Friday, July 22, 2016
DEWALT's New FLEXVOLT™ Battery Platform
Tool Box Buzz Tool Box Buzz: The insanely paced evolution of cordless batteries took another giant step forward last week when DEWALT introduced the World’s First convertible battery pack with their FLEXVOLT™ system. This unique new battery pack automatically switches between 20V Max and 60V Max (18 volt and 54 volt nominal) depending on the cordless tool that it’s connected to.
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This is pretty revolutionary in the tool world. It'll be so exciting to have tools that work without being plugged in, although I'd imagine it would make all the tools heavier since they'd have to hold their own batteries now. However, interchangeable batteries is such a game changer! You'd be able to put all your batteries where you need them, instead of having a fully changed battery for your saw, yet sitting around waiting for your drill batteries to charge. It also means the number of chargers needed in the shop could be cut down, since all the tools would ideally be working from the same battery. I'm disappointed that you'll only get a 2 hour life on 60V tools, because it'll mean burning through batteries pretty fast, although I understand that for the size of the battery compromise must be made. It's also a good marketing scheme though, because it encourages users to buy a complete set of Dewalt tools since they'll all be compatible.
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