Ryobi is soon introducing a new battery to the market – the Ryobi 18V One+ High Performance Edge. This is a high-performance pack that promises to elevate performance levels through modern design technology.
The main innovation in these batteries is the use of 21700 cells. It has been a few years since we started seeing them in power tool batteries. The larger cells retain the same series group (5 cells in a row for 18V/20V batteries), while increasing capacity and available power that can be delivered to the tool.
The biggest obstacle to achieving the full performance of these cells is electrical resistance. To get more power, the current needs to be increased. In traditional connections, higher electrical resistance can generate dangerous levels of heat when a large current flows through them. As a result, the actual level of power that can be safely achieved is much lower than what the cells are capable of delivering.
Sealed tab connections solve this problem – something we first saw in Milwaukee Forge batteries. By using such a design, the Ryobi High Performance Edge battery can deliver more power while operating at a lower temperature. This design also allows for faster charging and significantly longer battery life.
The new Ryobi 18V One+ High Performance Edge battery is compatible with the popular 18V One+ system, which includes over 300 products. Ryobi guarantees that every 18V One+ battery will work with all 18V One+ tools, including the High Performance Edge pack.
Which tools will benefit from this advanced battery? The answer is… all of them. However, you will notice a bigger difference in tools with higher power consumption. Here is a brief overview of the results from internal tests conducted by Ryobi:
– The test of a 6 1/2-inch circular saw using the 4Ah High Performance Edge battery showed a reduction in cutting time from 19.4 seconds (4Ah battery) to 12.0 seconds.
– The test of a 12-inch chainsaw using the 4Ah High Performance Edge battery showed a reduction in cutting time from 25.15 seconds (4Ah battery) to 19.81 seconds.
– The test of a 1/2-inch impact drill driver operating at high speed with the 4Ah High Performance Edge battery showed a reduction in drilling time from 12.67 seconds (4Ah battery) to 7.92 seconds.
As you can see, the Ryobi 18V One+ High Performance Edge battery significantly improves the performance of tools by reducing task completion time.
The new Ryobi battery can also contribute to the development and improvement of the brand’s products in the future. Increased performance allows for the creation of tools that were previously considered unattainable.
We can’t wait for the release of the Ryobi 18V One+ High Performance Edge battery and to see how it will transform the landscape for DIY enthusiasts and professionals. The planned debut is set for summer 2024.
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The source of the article is from the blog smartphonemagazine.nl