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DEWALT Battery Selection Simplified: Guide to Model Numbers
Deciphering DEWALT Battery Models
ALL tradies know battery labels matter. Let’s decode the DC9096 common in AU stores:
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DC = DEWALT Cordless
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90 = 18V platform
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96 = Lithium-ion 2.0Ah
Lithium vs NiCd: What Works Down Under?
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Lithium-ion (e.g., DC9096): 40% longer runtime at 40°C heat, zero maintenance
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NiCd: Prone to "battery memory" issues, banned in NSW landfills
Voltage Note for Aussies
DEWALT’s 18V (AU/EU) = 20V Max (US). Identical tech, different labelling.
DEWALT Tool Ecosystem & LXT Context
DEWALT 18V FlexVolt Advantage
Compatible with 90% of AU-sold DEWALT cordless tools, from impact drivers to 180mm angle grinders. Pro tip: Use DCB207 battery for high-drain tools.
Reliable Replacement Solution
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12V/14.4V: Ideal for tight spaces in utes/caravans
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18V (20V Max): 6Ah with overheat cutoff
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60Vmax: Bushfire-season ready brushcutter power
Part 4: Smart Choices for Aussie Conditions
Match batteries to your workload:
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Weekend DIYers: 6.0Ah DCB203 (4h charge)
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Tradies: 12.0Ah DCB205 with fuel gauge
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