Milwaukee 48-11-1828 M18 XC RED LITHIUM 18-Volt Lithium-ion Cordless Tool Battery

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Price: $67.99    

Product Feature

• RED LITHIUM advantage performance: Up to 40% More Run-Time, 20% More Speed, 20% More Torque
• 3.0 Amp hour - 54 Watt hour battery; Battery fuel gauge displays remaining run-time
• Durability: Operates Down to 0°F, Runs 20% Cooler, Up to 50% More Recharges
• Equivalent run-time with 40% less weight than a "compact" 18V NiCd battery; Lithium-ion battery delivers long life and run time with fade-free power
• Best in class construction, Integrated weld frame, Cell separator, Impact and vibration protective rubber

Product Description

Milwaukee RED LITHIUM batteries are the next generation in Lithium-ion technology. Compatible with all products in the M18 Cordless tool system, RED LITHIUM battery packs will provide unmatched runtime, performance and durability for the professional tradesman. Managed by Milwaukee's exclusive Digital Power Management (DPM) System, the battery features Overload Protection, a Temperature Management System, Individual Cell Voltage Monitoring, Discharge Protection and a Battery Fuel Gauge. Overload Protection-Prevents user from damaging their cordless power tool investment in abusive situations. Temperature Management System-Keeps battery in ideal temperature range to provide maximum life. Individual Cell Monitoring-Ensures optimal charge and discharge for maximum life. Discharge Protection-Prevents cell damage from over-discharge.

Milwaukee 48-11-1828 M18 XC RED LITHIUM 18-Volt Lithium-ion Cordless Tool Battery Review

Great battery! I bought this specifically for my job site radio (2790-20), but recently purchased a cordless sawzall and will be using it for the sawzall as well. Additionally, I have two XC batteries that came with my hammer drill (2602-22) and impact driver (2650-22). These batteries last a loooooong time for almost all applications; it seems like each battery will last for several hours doing even mid-level work. So far, the only time that the battery completely drained on me while I was working was when I used my drill to mix concrete (using an attached paddle for mixing concrete in a bucket).

As far as the weight, it's really not that bad and you get used to it quickly. I have used the 18V compact li-on batteries, which are great, but half the amperage; this battery is 2.8 amps and the compact is 1.4. Additionally, if you buy this retail at Home Depot, you're paying $120 + tax versus the $75 here. Totally worth it.

Now comes my critique. I absolutely loooooove Milwaukee, but they really should have taken a lesson from DeWalt: Their Ni-Cad and Li-On batteries are not "backwards compatible" with each other, that is, you HAVE TO USE the respective battery with its respective tool. Even worst, certain tools REQUIRE the XC M18 battery and cannot be powered by the compact M18 (for example, the cordless sawzall [2620-20]). To me, Milwaukee should have made every battery--from Ni-Cad to Li-On, and regardless of XC/compact or voltage--compatible with every tool and charger, but they didn't . . . so yeah. The good thing about purchasing this battery from the get-go is that it can be used on all of Milwaukee's M18 series tool line, whereas the compact M18 cannot.

As for charging, it's pretty reasonable. If it only has one bar left on the fuel gauge, I find that it takes anywhere from 30 to 50 minutes to charge. I called Milwaukee about leaving the battery charging overnight, and they said that it's not an issue with these batteries--a sigh of relief for those of us used to older batteries with "battery memory."

I would highly recommend this battery, but KNOW if the tool you intend to use it on is compatible with it. Again, Milwaukee's Ni-Cad tools are NOT compatible with their Li-On batteries, and vice versa. Know your line of Milwaukee cordless tools before purchasing.

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