Amazon.com Product Description: Keep your DEWALT 18-volt cordless tools powered with the DC9096 XRP extended run time batteries. DEWALT uses top quality NiCd cells, offering a consistent and adaptable performance. The Extended Run Time batteries deliver 40 percent more run time with new cobalt technology and include a one year warranty.
I own a lot of 18V DeWalt batteries(NICd) and tools (about 7 drills, 3 or 4 reciprocating saws, rotary laser level, 3 cordless nail guns, etc.). Most of them are dead. Some of them are less than 2 years. All of DeWalt 18V batteries discharge very quickly by themselves without using (less than a week after fully charged). I understand none of rechargeable batteries last forever and there is a life span. But comparing to other brands, DeWalt batteries are the most expensive and last less. Last year ... Read More