This second-generation tool was redesigned from the ground up for improved performance over the previous model and its competitors.
Three new technologies come together to maximize performance in this cordless tool line.
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Q: I recently purchased a DeWalt 18-volt cordless tool with lithium-ion batteries and noticed that the new batteries also fit my old DeWalt tools. Is it okay to use lithium-ion batteries in tools that came with nickel-cadmium (nicad) batteries?
Tiger Claw recip saw, Saw Muzzle dust port, Makita's newest cordless drill
Cordless rotary hammers
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Senco cordless finish nailer, Milwaukee power caulker
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Cordless compound miter saws
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Plunge routers offer greater versatility than fixed-base routers. Here we compare the power and precision of some of the best models on the market.
JLC ’s We ran a group of eight cordless reciprocating saws through some tough testing — and generally liked what we found: more power and longer run-times than expected.
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Angled finish nailer review
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We sent two JLC editors to the show to research what’s new in the world of tools and equipment. Here’s the report from Dave Crosby.
Toolless blade clamps and smooth, vibration-free cutting make these tools easier than ever to use.
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Cordless impact drivers
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New higher-voltage cordless circular saws
Longer runtimes and greater power are making cordless circular saws more useful on the site. Our tool editor takes a close look at the available models.
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We scouted the 1999 National Hardware Show for the tools we think will make you more productive in the coming year.
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Wrenchless routers and grinders
We put professional-duty 14.4-volt cordless drill/drivers through their paces, including a look at the latest battery technology. This side-by-side comparison will help you make the right choice.
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A cordless drill for tight corners
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When it comes to new tools — whether cordless, pneumatic, or good ol’ hand tools — there’s no place like the National Hardware Show in Chicago. Here’s what the major manufacturers unveiled this year.