At 2011 Dewalt switch to 20v. They switched from 18V to 20V for a reason. Because these new tools would compete for shelf space with DeWalt’s current 18v Li-ion tools, and because the new slide-on batteries won’t operate with the old tools (and vice versa), the business chose to rebrand them as 20v MAX.
When did DeWalt cease manufacturing 18V tools?
Dewalt has officially confirmed the discontinuation of their 18V NiCad cordless power tool system, with remaining NiCad batteries expected to be phased out by March 2022. Dewalt also mentions that its 18V XRP Li-ion battery (DC9180) is no longer available.
Is it possible to use a DeWalt 20V battery in an 18V tool?
A DEWALT DCA1820 20V MAX Battery Adapter for 18V Equipment is designed to work with most DEWALT 18V tools and allows you to use 20V MAX compact batteries in them. Because this converter will not fit into DEWALT 18V chargers, it must be used with a DEWALT 20V MAX charger.
How frequently does DeWalt replace batteries?
DeWalt offers a three-year warranty on their lithium-ion batteries. You may expect them to survive considerably longer if you take good care of them.
