Amp Vs Volt Power Tools Explained for Smarter Buying Decisions
Cordless Tool Batteries: Battery capacity is measured in Amp-Hours (Ah). This tells you how long the battery can deliver a certain current. A 5.0Ah battery can theoretically deliver
Cordless ToolBatteries: Battery capacity is measured in Amp-Hours (Ah). This tells you how long the battery can deliver a certain current. A 5.0Ah battery can theoretically deliver 5 amps for 1 hour, or 1 amp for 5 hours (though efficiency and discharge rates complicate this slightly).
What It Means: Amps measure how much electrical current a corded tool draws. Why It Matters: Higher amps generally mean the tool has more power and can handle heavier tasks. The circuit your tool is plugged into should support the amp draw. Most home outlets are 15 amps, so don't overload them.
Why It Matters: Higher amps generally mean the tool has more power and can handle heavier tasks. The circuit your tool is plugged into should support the amp draw. Most home outlets are 15 amps, so don't overload them. What It Means: Horsepower is a measurement of work over time—how much a tool can push through material.
A plumber should look at all the specialty tools available on a battery platform. It makes sense for the drill to use the same battery as the drain auger, crimping tool and bandsaw. Size, weight and portability are factors in choosing the best power tool batteries for your needs. Is your work primarily in a workshop or around the home?
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