yualfred Posted June 28, 2011 Report Share Posted June 28, 2011 I would like to see a 110v plug-in adapter for 18v cordless tool. This can be used in 2 situations: (1) Battery being charged, but you need to run the tool now. (2) Work in the shop station with a long and continuous use of tool. Any comments? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanxrus Posted June 28, 2011 Report Share Posted June 28, 2011 DeWALT attempted this with the old 24v line. It never stuck, but I do agree it would be a nice feature for certain applications. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yualfred Posted June 28, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2011 So was this 24v adapter discontinued? Looks huge with the cooling fan inside. I guess it's the amps required to run the tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deedub35 Posted June 29, 2011 Report Share Posted June 29, 2011 I could definitely use something like this. I have all my packs (10) in my van at all times (charged the day before) but some of them don't last too long and are on their last legs. There have been a few situations when I'm on the jobsite where a corded reciprocating saw or corded circular saw would have been handy. My next purchases are these two items but if they had this adaptor I'd buy that instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanxrus Posted June 29, 2011 Report Share Posted June 29, 2011 So was this 24v adapter discontinued? Looks huge with the cooling fan inside. I guess it's the amps required to run the tool. Most of the 24v was discontinued back in 2002. Ebay still has a ton of 24v stuff floating around. The 24v DC223KA Hammerdrill, battery, and charger recently got an update and is still around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aprelia Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 DeWALT attempted this with the old 24v line. It never stuck, but I do agree it would be a nice feature for certain applications. I'm in the process of modifying this to run my 28v Tracksaw. You can buy industrial grade 18v 40A power supplies but you are looking at $400+ a piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deshi Posted January 2, 2012 Report Share Posted January 2, 2012 I'm in the process of modifying this to run my 28v Tracksaw. I'd be interested to know if this ever worked out. I'm looking for a tracksaw but I'm on a very tight budget. It appears that the 28v versions are being sold off much cheaper than the corded versions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Saulacharryduong@hotmail. Posted January 16, 2012 Report Share Posted January 16, 2012 This topic was brought up many time in many tool forum. I am glad that most here agree that this is good thing to have. Not from Dewalt but a pro quality. Would not be that hard to build an adaptor. http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/GREENLEE-AC-Adaptor-6CCJ6 As some one pointed out above, an AC/DC transformer with enough amp is not cheap. But B&D actually holding a patent for a transformer less AC/DC converter, which cost an weight less. http://www.google.com/patents?id=MbEHAAAAEBAJ&pg=PA1&dq=Black+and+Decker+%2B+AC/DC&hl=en&sa=X&ei=oqQTT7HCNYOviAL1qYHTDQ&ved=0CEwQ6AEwCTgK#v=onepage&q&f=false Then I remembered the AC/DC vacuums. I look up the part list for DC500 and there is a AC/DC converter in there. This converter should be able to handle other tool with the same amp as that of the vacuum (which is not that high (?)). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrDewalt Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 I have the 24volt adapter (240v) UK. I have made one for my 12volt and 18volt systems too. The 12v works a treat. My 18volt system however, lacks power and gets hot. It needs a higher amp transformer which cost a lot. And are too big to fit in the empty battery case. My fool proof solution was to buy one, or in my case two or three of each tool. I always have corded and cordless tools with me although I use the cordless tools much more. In fact, the only times I use the corded tools are when: Routing, Sanding, planing, core drilling, concrete breaking etc. Oops, and Mitre saws, I never bought the cordless one. All other situations I use cordless tools. My favourites are the biscuit jointers, drills/drivers/sds, torches, circular saws, recip saws, cut out tools and grinders. My 18v tools definately get used more than all others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anadevi Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 The ROI for me on cordless tools is a lot worse than the corded tools. In my case because it's just secondary work (part time) my ongoing expenses are the batteries which I don't have with the corded tools. Last year I replaced most of my 18v tools with the Dewalt 20v max so my 18v/20v tools share a common battery platform (reduce ongoing costs) and I also invested in the Dewalt 12v Max line but Dewalt's 12v line's small so I still don't have a single 12v battery platform. I have the 24volt adapter (240v) UK. I have made one for my 12volt and 18volt systems too. The 12v works a treat. My 18volt system however, lacks power and gets hot. It needs a higher amp transformer which cost a lot. And are too big to fit in the empty battery case. My fool proof solution was to buy one, or in my case two or three of each tool. I always have corded and cordless tools with me although I use the cordless tools much more. In fact, the only times I use the corded tools are when: Routing, Sanding, planing, core drilling, concrete breaking etc. Oops, and Mitre saws, I never bought the cordless one. All other situations I use cordless tools. My favourites are the biscuit jointers, drills/drivers/sds, torches, circular saws, recip saws, cut out tools and grinders. My 18v tools definately get used more than all others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anadevi Posted February 16, 2012 Report Share Posted February 16, 2012 From toolstoptv - Makita 36v adapter to use 2x18v Makita 36v adapter The 36v shell has a cord back to the power pack which would make conversion to mains very easy (splice in an adapter, and use a 36V DC supply). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanxrus Posted February 16, 2012 Report Share Posted February 16, 2012 Sorry, but that is the dumbest thing I've ever seen! WTH Makita!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anadevi Posted February 17, 2012 Report Share Posted February 17, 2012 I kind of assumed they were sending a message out to their 36V customers that they will shortly be killing off the 36V line and offering this up as a transition option. I'm not sure about begin the dumbest, if you think about it there is really only two good options here for Makita if they want to kill the line. Fund some kind of trade-in program or do something like this which the users have to pony-up $$$ for. Even if this aggravates their customer base they will be invested in Makita's 18V LXI platform. Sorry, but that is the dumbest thing I've ever seen! WTH Makita!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRO1911 Posted February 19, 2012 Report Share Posted February 19, 2012 It was this thread that brought me to this forum. I am a maintenance man for 500+ apartments and never know what I will be doing from day to day. I keep a charger in the shop, at home, in the truck and still end up running around hunting for 'good' batteries in the middle of big jobs. Last week for instance - removing a couple cast Iron vents with my recip saw and torch blades. I was literally 2 foot from an outlet and was going through 2 batts before one would charge. Started shopping for a corded saw today then thought - a pack adapter shouldnt be too off the wall... more to it than I thought but not gonna give up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beowulf Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 I don't really care how much it is, I would buy one. Well within reason but, would willing pay $200 for something that provided the proper power and done cleanly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butwhat Posted December 8, 2012 Report Share Posted December 8, 2012 This is something I looked for a few years ago. I would still be interested in an 18 volt version Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarommoroni Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 Go here: http://www.aircraftdynamics.com/134.htm They have exactly what we are looking for! Prices as low as $162! Woot Woot!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedivvy3 Posted November 6, 2013 Report Share Posted November 6, 2013 Hi, I have a lot of DeWalt tools and am based in the UK. I was having particular problems with my circular saws which are particularly demanding on batteries. My plunge saw was the most frustrating when it stopped part way through a cut Because of this I found a solution to providing mains power - - - - - 18v circular saws can draw 22Amps at peak. If you're willing to do a bit of DIY on the set up and can do or know someone good at soldering then you should be able to do it for less than $120. You will need a heavy duty soldering iron, I was struggling (but successful) using a 170Watt pistol grip style iron. If you can get hold of some liquid solder flux it would make the job much easier, without is quite a struggle but still possible depending on your skill. For approx $100 including shipping you can get the same power supply (PSU) I use from eBay, you're looking for: 500W 18V 28A Switching Power Supply With Current Control Charger (says it's for CCTV but works fine for me) You will also need: 1. Standard mains lead flex of a suitable length that can handle a decent amount of current e.g. 16Amps or more. 2. Standard flex lead that can easily handle 18v 30Amps or preferably more (keep this short, e.g. 2m max or you will suffer too much volt drop on the lead) (I initially used too lightweight a cable and too long and it didn't work) Note: If you expect to use it in cold conditions use "arctic" cable 3. Cord/flex support grip for where flex passes through battery housing 4. Scrap DeWalt battery (or any other suitable make) 5. Very dense foam to fill void left by removed cells 6. Ideally a box of some sort (with ventilation) to protect PSU and its connections from damage Procedure: 1. Dismantle scrap battery, remove all cells BUT keep the one closest to output terminals (cut away other cells as necessary). 2. Desolder wire lead to positive at terminal connection 3. Drill hole in convenient place in battery for flex to pass through using flex grip/support allowing for routing of cable internally 4. Strip back wiring and solder positive lead to positive terminal 5. Rough up exterior of battery cell close to the bottom (or cable will foul in housing) 6. Tin the connection point before trying to solder on wire and tin the wire 7. Whilst there is still heat in the battery apply liquid flux to battery and solder wire to battery keeping wire as flat to battery to avoid fouling on reassembly (as mentioned it can be tricky but make sure it is a good joint as it has to handle a lot of current) 8. Connect cables to appropriate terminals of PSU (make sure to link all similar voltage polarity terminals together to get full current capability) 9. Cut some foam to fill void in battery casing, you're looking to make sure battery with connections on stays up in it's correct position so you get good contact with the tool. If you don't need such high current e.g. only for a drill then select a lower rated PSU from eBay and you can downrate cabling as appropriate and save money. Needless to say you do this modification and use it at your own risk Hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedivvy3 Posted November 6, 2013 Report Share Posted November 6, 2013 Go here: http://www.aircraftdynamics.com/134.htm They have exactly what we are looking for! Prices as low as $162! Woot Woot!! Unfortunately these are not mains adaptors but external battery units! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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