Cordless Tool Batteries

Cordless tools can go where you need them to without restricting cords. Unfortunately, for a long time cordless tools were held back by their batteries. Over time battery technology has improved allowing cordless tools to do almost any task a corded one can. Cordless tools now include rotary hammers, chainsaws and other powerful tools. You can keep these important tools running as long as you need them to with replacement batteries. By keeping a battery charged at all times you can avoid downtime and inefficiency.

2.4 Volt battery packs are the lowest voltage packs we carry. These small batteries manage to hold their own with features like 1 hour charges and compact casings. 2.4 volt batteries are favored power sources for tools like small cordless drivers, flashlights, caulking guns and other compact tools. 2.4 volt packs are concentrated, conveniently sized power sources.

The earliest cordless tools were greatly lacking in power and runtime, and were often viewed by professionals as nothing more than a novelty. As time went on, manufacturers strove to find the perfect balance of weight, power and runtime, and the 7.2 volt platform proved to be ideal for certain sized tools and applications. These 7.2 volt batteries provide a great power to weight ratio and recharge quickly so you can spend less time waiting and more time working.

Similar in design to the 7.2 volt batteries, these 9.6 volt units were a stepping stone in the development of today's high powered cordless tool batteries. Although no longer in active production, these style batteries are still loved by many who own the compact and reliable tools they power. They may not be the powerhouses that their higher voltage cousins are, but these batteries are lightweight and feature long runtimes and quick recharge times, making them a great choice for your 9.6 volt tool.

12 volt batteries are common power sources for small cordless tools. 12 volt batteries have been used to power all but the most demanding cordless tools. These batteries are great for drills, drivers, lasers, detection devices and much more. Make sure you get the right 12 volt battery for you tool because different batteries fit different tools.

14.4 volt cordless tool batteries are a step up from their 12 volt cousins. These packs are capable of longer run times and higher output power. 14.4 volt batteries are used in everything from drills to chainsaws because they are a balance between power, size and battery life.

When it comes to power tools, 18 volts has historically been one of the most common voltages. 18 volts produces the power lesser voltages can't without having the bulkiness higher voltages cause. 18 volt batteries have a variety of different names and shapes because different manufacturers have different designs. The names associated with 18 volt packs include "nano", XRP, LXT, M18 and V18.

Sometimes, 18 volts isn't enough power for those more demanding tasks. A 24 volt battery offers a great balance with more power than an 18 volt tool, but without the extra weight of some 28 or 36 volt batteries. Tools-Plus carries a wide variety of 24 volt tools including rotary hammers, reciprocating saws and more.

Lithium-ion has quickly become the most popular battery type with manufacturers and users alike, and the 28 volt lithium-ion platform pushes the technology to new heights of power and performance. These 28 volt Li-Ion batteries offer twice the runtime of 18 volt NiCd batteries in a lighter package. With no memory effect and greatly increased fade-free power, these batteries are a great choice for heavy duty, industrial-type applications.

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For the past 30 years, Tools-Plus has committed itself to carrying the best selection of Cordless Tool Batteries, as well as other hand tools, power tools, woodworking machinery, and accessories from the largest selection of the top manufacturers.