Cordless tools are undoubtedly more convenient than their corded counterparts, but they also come with a degree of built-in obsolescence. They rely on proprietary battery packs to function as intended ...

I've got a pair of DC9096 packs that aren't that strong any more. Each uses 15 cells, labeled NC-2200SCR. Looks like a sub-C sized NiCad rated 2200 mah. I'm looking at the prices of NiMh cells and I'm ...

There are several important decisions you make in your life: Coke or Pepsi; vi or emacs; PC or Mac. But, lately, you need to pick a battery ecosystem for your tools. DeWalt? Black & Decker? Or just ...