Debunking Power Tool Battery Compatibility Myths It’s a question that comes up a lot, so let’s get to it immediately. Can OEM power tool batteries be replaced with batteries from third-party component suppliers? The answer is a definitive “no.”  Why not? Because each original equipment manufacturer (OEM) has its own proprietary control circuitry for the […]

Power tools are popular gifts for Father’s Day. They’re always the right size. Dad may appreciate a power tool more than a necktie or some cologne – and it’s more useful, too. Plus, dad will always think of his kids when he uses it on a project. It’s the gift that acts as a constant […]

Buyer Beware: Counterfeit and Knock-Off Batteries Pose Grave Risk  When you get a new power tool, you will eventually be in the market for primary, spare, or backup batteries to ensure future projects receive the power needed to get the job done.  Getting a battery sounds easy enough, right? But there are some things to […]