Product Description

18V, 3.0AH, Lithium-ion Battery, Built In Memory Chip Memorizes The Usage History & Communicates With The Charger, Less Weight Lithium-ion Battery Weighs 40% Less Than Ni-MH Or Nickel Cadmium, Anytime Charge Lithium-ion Batteries Have No Memory Effect & Can Be Charged At Any Time, Charging Technology Controls Current, Voltage & Temperature To Maximize Battery Life.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #129 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Makita
• Model: BL1830
• Dimensions: .2 pounds

Features

• Produces 280 percent more lifetime work with 2 times more cycles
• Charging at any time will have no effect on the battery
• Self-discharge keeps battery cells active and ready for use
• Better Fit
• Longer Run Time (280 percent longer runtimes)

Amazon.com Product Description
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).

From the Manufacturer
The Makita BL1830 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Battery: 3.0AH, Lithium-ion Battery, Built In Memory Chip Memorizes The Usage History & Communicates With The Charger, Less Weight Lithium-ion Battery (Weighs 40% Less Than Ni-MH Or Nickel Cadmium), Anytime Charge Lithium-ion Batteries Have No Memory Effect & Can Be Charged At Any Time, Charging Technology Controls Current, Voltage & Temperature To Maximize Battery Life.

Customer Reviews

Poor Battery LIfe
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?

I guess they are all headed downhill
I replaced a 14.4 Milwaukee NiCad with a Makita LXT and noticed that my old Milwaukee NiCads outlasted these in terms of longevity. Run time is solid, but lifespan is short. Two dead after one year, I'm only a homeowner. I've only done a few lengthy jobs such as putting cement board down in a 10x20 room, and building a deck with these, in addition to the other basic tasks of drywall, and other light construction needs. Love the light weight though. Now, I need new ones. Somewhat disappointing.

Makita 18V lithium battery
I like the small size, low weight, and high power capicity of these batteries and the associated Makita tools. My only complaint is that some of the batteries are tight and very hard to remove from the tools. This problem tends to become worse with use. Also be careful with the charger - is works well but is VERY dellicate and will break / cease to function if dropped or banged around.