[Make your cordless tool hybrid with a power supply]

KJONES:  Would you mind if I asked when the adapter was discontinued?  I realize this probably could be found very easily online or by calling Dewalt, but if it's been discontinued, it's likely been several years, maybe even more than that.  Why that is important is because the more years go by, the chances of finding someone who actually has accurate information also goes as well.

Only answer if you want to though, I am just asking because I wasn't even sure if you could even buy the adapter anymore.  I don't mean to make anyone feel as if they have to answer me though.

The 24v adapter was discontinued in September of 2006. Model # DW0247.

24v tools, and the adaptor are still around USED and the batteries are still in circulation.

[DeWalt color codes?]

I believe it depends on what tool the paint goes on, and what plastic was used. Some of the compressors are powder coated, it all varies a bit. The paint code is ES283.

[Dewalt DC012 DC011 DW911 Review & Comparison]

Now I see why your called SPARKY! LOL......

[Who's Using What? Lithium Ion.]

Go to the "a look inside" forum. Dewalt 12v max uses Sanyo.

[A LOOK INSIDE THE DEWALT DCB120 12V LITHIUM ION BATTERY]

Dewalt is currently using three different manufactures for their batteries.

DC9260 36v batteries use A123 Nano Phosphate Lithium batteries.

DC9180 XRP batteries use A123 Nano Phosphate Lithium batteries.

DC9181 Compact batteries use Sony Iron Phosphate Lithium batteries.

DCB120 Compact batteries use Sanyo Lithium Metallic Oxide batteries.

I'm not sure where Sanyo rates their batteries in terms of cycle life, like most oxides on the market I would presume 500-800 recharges. Cycle life varies greatly from one user to the next. It all depends on how you take care of your batteries.

[A LOOK INSIDE THE DEWALT DCD710 12V LITHIUM ION DRILL/DRIVER]

Heavier duty drills normally have a cast metal gearbox section fitted at the front of the drill - a method known as ‘jampot’ construction. This method is better suited for high-torque applications, better construction allows the shells to hold together without separation where high torque occurs (gearbox, aka Transmission).

[A LOOK INSIDE THE DEWALT DCD710 12V LITHIUM ION DRILL/DRIVER]

Interesting.