Makita BL1830 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Battery at Tool Realm

The Makita 18-volt LXT battery produces 280-percent more lifetime work with 2-times more cycles. Charging at any time will have no effect on the battery and a self-discharge keeps battery cells active and ready for use. It has a better fit and a longer run time (280 percent longer runtimes).

Customer Reviews & Comments
I bought this 18 volt LXT drive just over a year ago. It's light weight and charge life is great. It drives screws like nothing I've ever seen! A 3" drywall screw can be drive clear through a 2X4. Unfortunately, there's a serious problem. I've now purchased four batteries for this driver and have one left that will hold a charge. If you've checked the battery price, you'll know they aren't in a price range where you can afford to discard them after only a year or less! Charge life is great but battery life is TERRIBLE! I use this driver for home use not commercial, although I do use it more than most homeowners are likely to. I wish there was a fix for this. I love the driver and would be happy to buy other LXT tools if only I could afford the batteries. Does anyone know of a way around this LXT killer problem?

Makita BL1830 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Battery

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