Those who have already seen the potential of good battery powered tools will understand not only the benefits that this versatility can bring, but also the frustration of being tied down by a cord.

Because of their popularity, the marketplace is flooded with cordless tools and cordless tool kits. That may leave the first time buyer wondering what to choose.

Therefore it is imperative that the first time buyer knows what they should be looking for when searching for the cordless power tool to fit their needs.

Factors to consider when selecting any 18v Lithium-Ion Cordless Drills include charging time. While you may not have to contend with a plug, the battery will eventually give out and that usually happens right in the middle of a project.

Look for Cordless Power Tools with lithium-ion batteries that offer fast charging time. The Ni-Cad and Lithium-Ion Batteries are your best best for top performance, with the Lithium-ion weighing less and being more reliable on the whole. Look out for these battery types for reliability every time.

These new batteries are designed to work at 100% until they need recharging, with the battery giving you the performance you need, right up to the point when it decides you need a recharge. FOr this reason I strongly recommend buying a backup battery, which many Dewalt cordless power tools come with anyway.

Another factor for cordless power tools is their weight and how easy they are to hold. Remember that you will be holding this drill at all sorts of angles, and for longer periods of time, so make sure you feel good holding it.

Look for a brand of cordless power tools that offers a wide range of choices within their collection so that you have a set that runs on the same battery platform, making charging easier, like the Dewalt series of Cordless Power Solutions.

Lastly, brands mean a lot in the tool business. If you have a used a particular brand of non cordless tools in the past and enjoyed using them, then their cordless line is likely to reflect the same quality, reliability and value.

But Why Lithium-Ion Technology, especially when Ni-Cad appears so much better value?

Lithium Ion batteries are often the lighter option to Ni-cad. They also have a tendency to charge faster – and because of the technology inside them, and the way they are designed to talk to the drill, you can be sure you will always get the most of your Dewalt Cordless Drill

Another factor that is so often overlooked is the temperature of your drill and battery. Have you ever considered what its doing to the overall performance of your drill?

Basically, some battery powered tools are a lot more sensitive to extremes in temperature

If you keep your Cordless Drikk and other tools in a garage that is not temperature controlled, you will see a reduction in performance from certain types of cordless batteries. It is far better to keep these tools in the house or in a heated room. Maintaining a constant temperature as often as possible will definitely increase the life of your batteries.

Special features for battery protection for those Looking to protect the battery and increase its lifespan

The lithium-Ion batteries are designed to optimize not only performance, but charge time too by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature while its charging. Incredible!

In summary, there are so many variables and things to consider when looking at your next cordless drill, but really what it comes down to is battery life and quality of build. get these two right and you are well on your way to enjoying your new cordless power tool

Get the best Cordless Power Drills reviewed, as well as ratings and recommendations on the entire range of Dewalt Cordless Power Solutions. Unique version for reprint here: Reasons to Consider Dewalt Lithium-Ion Technology.