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21st February 2017, 11:59 AM #1
What should I look out for moving from mains powered jigsaw to battery powered jigsaw
Hi all,
My Ryobi J65V roller has broken off and I've ordered a replacement:
J65V ROLLER (J-65V) 6081849
I thought I was going to have to order from the UK since my repair shop reported that Ryobi Aus reported as no longer being made.
I had calculated it was going to cost about $AU100 +weeks of wanting time.
So had a look for a jigsaw to fit with my 18v Makita setups.
Found the Makita 18v Jigsaw DJV180z (z = skin only).
Looked around quite a bit for a better price while standing at the display.
Nothing to convince me to shop elsewhere for the price(~$15 diff) and/or wait time.
So purchased from Bunnings as I had it in my hands.
So will have the Ryobi as my main jigsaw.
And the Makita for mobile and backup.
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Since it will take a few weeks to get the part and get the Ryobi repaired,
Any suggestions as what to look out for moving from mains powered jigsaw to battery powered as a hobbiest?
At the moment I've working on the 18mm ply with hardwood onion skin.
Cutting out the reindeer and santa and sleigh.
The usual blades are ripping the cut to shreds.
I've moved to bi-metal blade for the clean cut on the onion skin.
Thanks in Advance.Thanks,
Barry G. Sumpter
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21st February 2017, 01:17 PM #2SENIOR MEMBER
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Bought myself a blue Bosch 18v and I have to say the battery life is not great..it's OK I have 5 batteries. I bought a new one for increased cutting capacity and better accuracy. My old green Bosch is just tired and I cannot get a right angle cut any more...on anything with any thickness to it...
I used a battery cutting a 400dia hole in one of my 40mm timber benchtops for a sink...
Would not buy another battery one...
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21st February 2017, 01:46 PM #3
Hi David,
Do you have a model number?Thanks,
Barry G. Sumpter
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21st February 2017, 01:49 PM #4.
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If you can go brushless, as well as being a bit quieter you will find the batteries last a lot longer.
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21st February 2017, 01:54 PM #5
Thanks for the reply.
Brushless are another $200 I think.
Regrettably, I couldn't afford it.Thanks,
Barry G. Sumpter
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21st February 2017, 04:38 PM #6SENIOR MEMBER
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This one...I got it on sale late last year at $184 at the tool expo here in Perth
https://www.toolmart.com.au/060158j3...FUYHvAodIukM6Q
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21st February 2017, 10:13 PM #7
Only advice I can offer here is to pick a manufacturer that won't change its batteries every few years. That way every tool can share batteries.
I personally have plumped for AEG; fair pricing, different battery sizes and a spectacularly good guarantee along with a wide range of skins including a sliding compound mitre saw. I have two 2.5Ah and two 5Ah batteries that will cover my needs for years to come.
And I like the orange colour, it goes with my Triton tools!Nothing succeeds like a budgie without a beak.
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22nd February 2017, 10:04 PM #8
Doh!
Seems like its happening everywhere.
Was just looking to get another 3ah battery for me makita.
Discontinued!
The shop that at first told me they had my Ryobi part:
Discontinued!
Gutted!
So broke down and used the Makita 18v Jigsaw DJV180z
with a new blade cuts thru 1/2" (12mm) ply like butter.
No tear out.
WooHoo!Thanks,
Barry G. Sumpter
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23rd February 2017, 09:22 AM #9
A look on ebay should get you no name brand replacement batteries for many power tools. A couple of years back I replaced the batteries for my 18v makita drill rather than toss it in the bin. I can still use the original charger and more amp hours too. You do have to do some homework and ensure they are right for the tool and charger but most of the info is there if you look with model numbers and the like.
Regards
John
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23rd February 2017, 09:33 AM #10
Good to know.
Never really trusted after market replacements.
Seems too expensive for what they are.Thanks,
Barry G. Sumpter
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23rd February 2017, 01:11 PM #11SENIOR MEMBER
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Had my OLD festo 9v batteries renewed at a Batteries Plus. Sure, it cost a bit more than online, but I knew I could go back to them if it was not successful..
Then a year later the drill itself died..I got grumpy and pulled out the receipt, 296 dollars 22 years ago...what can I say?
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23rd February 2017, 02:57 PM #12
$1.12 a month over 22 years.
I call that a good buy!
Wonder what the cost of a battery renewal would cost at Batteries Plus.
Maybe just buying a new one would be less headache?Thanks,
Barry G. Sumpter
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23rd February 2017, 04:25 PM #13
Kinda pushed thru today finishing jigsawing the templates.
1 battery recharge.
Noticed the JS getting warm.
So left it in front of the fan for an hour.
And finished the job.
hmmmmmmThanks,
Barry G. Sumpter
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23rd February 2017, 06:57 PM #14
I am sort of surprised when you say, "Was just looking to get another 3ah battery for me makita.
Discontinued!"
It is possible that the store had run out, but 18v batteries for Makita LXT range are available from 1.5Ah to 5Ah. The newer batteries (at last) have a 'battery fuel gauge' on them. It should also be noted that the smallest batteries have been replaced with a 1.5Ah, BL1815N, and now a 2.0Ah, BL1820B. (The B at the end indicates 'Battery Fuel Gauge'.)
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23rd February 2017, 07:29 PM #15
Brilliant!
Feel free to post some actual links.
That was just my iNet research.
Super excited to be proven mislead.Thanks,
Barry G. Sumpter
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