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4th March 2017, 06:58 PM #1SENIOR MEMBER
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Question re driver drill battery replacement
I have an older Dewalt drill that is still in very good condition.
Apart from the batteries, they're dead.
It is 12v 1.3Ah, which i can't find a replacement for.
Can I replace it with a 12V 2Ah or a 12V 3Ah
My charger states its output is 1.3A
Thanks
Frank
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4th March 2017, 07:34 PM #2
Ah generally means Amp Hour. It is a gauge on how long the battety will last. Going to a 2 or 3 AH just means it should last longer between charges.
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4th March 2017, 08:25 PM #3
The 2 and 3 Ah batteries are likely to be slightly larger (to hold the extra charge), but will fit.
Regards from Perth
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4th March 2017, 09:19 PM #4GOLD MEMBER
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I've had a bad experience with a Panasonic drill when trying to do something similar, both 9.6 volt batteries. The battery was fine with the drill, but the charger wouldn't charge it! I'd be looking for a return guarantee from the seller if I was heading down this track again.
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4th March 2017, 09:52 PM #5Woodworking mechanic
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I don't have a drill number to go by but Amazon have Dewalt 12v 1.3ah batteries and they ship to Australia.
https://www.amazon.com/Dewalt-DW9037...SZJZP87Q0C9WV3
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4th March 2017, 10:07 PM #6
Id say your charger likely would be fine for a larger battery.
I think my dewalt charger wilk do a range of batteries voltage and the AH does not make a difference.
Even if your charger only does 12v it is highly unlikely to have an issue charging a larger battery if it is the same fit.
I come from over 25 years of trade use of a vatiety of tools, batteries and chargers.
DaveTTC
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4th March 2017, 11:07 PM #7
I have replaced several Panasonic 12v batteries. No problems. Drill now 20 years old and still going strong!
Regards from Perth
DerekVisit www.inthewoodshop.com for tutorials on constructing handtools, handtool reviews, and my trials and tribulations with furniture builds.
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5th March 2017, 11:02 AM #8
I have done it with a makita. If the voltage is the same and the battery fits the charger then all should be well. As has been said more amp hours just means the battery lasts longer between charges. I got my batteries on ebay and the blurb had a list of model numbers the batteries would suit. That was a couple of years ago and I raised a similar thread on here asking the same questions. It does pay to check first and be sure.
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John
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5th March 2017, 12:12 PM #9SENIOR MEMBER
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Thanks for all the info gentlemen.
I checked out amazon as suggested by Lappa, but couldn't find matching numbers.
EBay though had some sellers in Australia with matching numbers.
Have decided to try one form here.
With all your advice it sounds ok.
Will let you all know how it goes.
Thanks again
FrankLast edited by mattocks; 5th March 2017 at 12:13 PM. Reason: spelling
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5th March 2017, 06:44 PM #10
Be aware of the different types of batteries, ie NiCd, NmH, or Li. Some types tend not to be compatable, and others are. (an older drill may not accept Lithium, for example). also, your existing charger may not charge it.
tm
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7th March 2017, 08:49 PM #11SENIOR MEMBER
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Happy to report batteries arrived today.
Sent Monday, arrived tuesday. good stuff
Put one in the drill proper fit and had some charge already.
Put it in the charger and fully charged in an hour as stated.
Same with the second one.
So nice to have the drill on board again.
Thanks for all the help and advice gents.
I always know that the people on here will help and have a wealth of knowledge.
Its a great resource.
Thanks again
Frank
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7th March 2017, 08:56 PM #12
Good to hear
DaveTTC
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