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Jim Yanik
 
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Default How to recharge new NiCad battery

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How to recharge new NiCad battery
I bought a new 18 volt cordless drill-driver
that has 1200 mAh recharceable NiCad battery.
What is the best way to get longest battery
life out of it?


Use it frequently(use it or lose it),recharge after use.
Don't put away a disharged battery.
Use a fast charger,1 hr lor less,not those 3-5hr chargers.
Use a "smart" charger that doesn't overcharge the pack.

also,RTFM.

Note NiCd cells have a self-discharge rate;they slowly discharge just being
stored.(thus "use it or lose it")

(1200mAH seems kinda low,most packs are 2200mAH or better)

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