Appreciate you taking the time to show the rest of us how to break it down. I retired years ago as a mechanic and found some old tools of mine and bought some replacement batteries for my Milwaukee cordless 2.4v screwdiver thinking that it was the problem of not working. Looked to see a block diagram on taking it apart but found nothing. Low and behold I found your TH-cam and took the time to see how it goes, thanks! I didn't want to buy a new one.....lol
I've had the Milwaukee for over 15 years, just ordered a couple new batteries for it very cheap. I just keep it in my house and it can come in handy for certain small tasks. It's in like new shape and can't bear to just toss it! Just like my 15 year old Ridgid 12V drill and impact driver set that the charger is broke. All tools are like new and it's a real shame that they build these things to be obsolete after a few years with no parts availability.
I had an old Skil NiCad screwdriver back in the day, which I got for a present, and I never found it even slightly useful. By contrast, a couple of years ago I got a new Hitachi screwdriver and I used it to put together a gazebo with over 1000 cap-head machine screws. I gave that a real workout, having to switch batteries a couple of times a day, but the second battery was always charged before the first one died, and it had plenty of power.
It isn't under powered. There designed for electronics were you need low torque not for driving screws into wood. The skill one is useless for electronics. It's ment for diy there is no real comparison.
Greetings: U R correct. I serviced electronics about 50yrs. I bought mine in '88 when my partner boasted about his SkilTwist. Which I knew was junk. 2 slow, bad torque and poor battery life. At the time AEG had 1 similar. It was close in performance, however really cheap manufactured compared 2 the EY-503 (steel parts). Mine ran circles around his SkilTwist - doing it faster, stronger and safer on the screws using the correct clutch setting ( which I mostly had at 6). Also I usually only charged it once a week. I have repacked the 2 batteries ( 1 was a Milwaukee I modified) 2 times and now I am seeking more cells. Now difficult 2 find.
Greetings: I serviced electronics about 50yrs. I bought mine in '88 when my partner boasted about his SkilTwist. Which I knew was junk- 2 slow, bad torque and poor battery life. My hand had advantage over that POS. At the time AEG had 1 similar. It was close in performance, however really cheap manufactured compared 2 the EY-503 (steel parts). Mine ran circles around his SkilTwist - doing it faster, stronger and safer on the screws using the correct clutch setting ( which I mostly had at 6). Also I usually only charged it once a week. I have repacked the 2 batteries ( 1 was a Milwaukee I modified) 2 times and now I am seeking more cells. Now difficult 2 find.
Earlier versions of that Panasonic 2.4 volt screwdriver definitely had NiCad batteries, I paid $99 for one in about 1994, and purchased several replacement batteries over the years since then. Later, they switched to NiMH batteries, and changed the charger model to accommodate the new battery chemistry. The new charger has a different battery key way lockout and the batteries can only mount and charge on the correct charger for the respective chemistry. All the drivers can mount either battery chemistry. Sadly, I can’t reasonably priced genuine Panasonic batteries any more, and the aftermarket batteries are poor quality.
Thanks for your video it was very informative. I recently picked up a charger from the swap meet and it makes a buzzing noise. Is this dangerous to charge the battery? I tried and the battery does get a bit warm.. If I shake the charger while plugged in and charging, the noise does go away in different orientations. Thoughts?
Probably is a loose transformer since the charger is old school I would just open it up and put it piece of cardboard or something under the little circuit board or transformer unit two tighten it up that should stop the buzzing
The original charger has an old school iron core transformer in it, and mine does get warm when charging, as does the battery. Mine is a model RE503 and is for NiCad batteries. I also have a model EY0L11 for NiMH batteries and it is larger and runs cooler, it may have a switching power supply. I just tried to mount a NiCad battery on the NiMH charger and the key way won’t allow it to mount and charge.
Yeah, but the current modern versions of that Panasonic screwdriver are way better. I have a 3.7v Lithium Ion Battery model by SP+tools & it's great, I'd say it's more powerful than the Skil you have. You would be surprised if you reviewed a new one in that Panasonic style.
Appreciate you taking the time to show the rest of us how to break it down. I retired years ago as a mechanic and found some old tools of mine and bought some replacement batteries for my Milwaukee cordless 2.4v screwdiver thinking that it was the problem of not working. Looked to see a block diagram on taking it apart but found nothing. Low and behold I found your TH-cam and took the time to see how it goes, thanks! I didn't want to buy a new one.....lol
It's over 20 years old and figure it could get back to work for me, paid good money for it back then...lol
I've had the Milwaukee for over 15 years, just ordered a couple new batteries for it very cheap. I just keep it in my house and it can come in handy for certain small tasks. It's in like new shape and can't bear to just toss it! Just like my 15 year old Ridgid 12V drill and impact driver set that the charger is broke. All tools are like new and it's a real shame that they build these things to be obsolete after a few years with no parts availability.
Now I want to see a video about you putting this all back together. Haha
I had an old Skil NiCad screwdriver back in the day, which I got for a present, and I never found it even slightly useful. By contrast, a couple of years ago I got a new Hitachi screwdriver and I used it to put together a gazebo with over 1000 cap-head machine screws. I gave that a real workout, having to switch batteries a couple of times a day, but the second battery was always charged before the first one died, and it had plenty of power.
It isn't under powered. There designed for electronics were you need low torque not for driving screws into wood. The skill one is useless for electronics. It's ment for diy there is no real comparison.
Greetings: U R correct. I serviced electronics about 50yrs. I bought mine in '88 when my partner boasted about his SkilTwist. Which I knew was junk. 2 slow, bad torque and poor battery life. At the time AEG had 1 similar. It was close in performance, however really cheap manufactured compared 2 the EY-503 (steel parts). Mine ran circles around his SkilTwist - doing it faster, stronger and safer on the screws using the correct clutch setting ( which I mostly had at 6). Also I usually only charged it once a week. I have repacked the 2 batteries ( 1 was a Milwaukee I modified) 2 times and now I am seeking more cells. Now difficult 2 find.
Greetings: I serviced electronics about 50yrs. I bought mine in '88 when my partner boasted about his SkilTwist. Which I knew was junk- 2 slow, bad torque and poor battery life. My hand had advantage over that POS. At the time AEG had 1 similar. It was close in performance, however really cheap manufactured compared 2 the EY-503 (steel parts). Mine ran circles around his SkilTwist - doing it faster, stronger and safer on the screws using the correct clutch setting ( which I mostly had at 6). Also I usually only charged it once a week. I have repacked the 2 batteries ( 1 was a Milwaukee I modified) 2 times and now I am seeking more cells. Now difficult 2 find.
The Panasonic one is not NiCAD, it's NiMH. This is a screwdriver (not a drill) and it is for electronics. Also it is still available to buy brand new.
Earlier versions of that Panasonic 2.4 volt screwdriver definitely had NiCad batteries, I paid $99 for one in about 1994, and purchased several replacement batteries over the years since then. Later, they switched to NiMH batteries, and changed the charger model to accommodate the new battery chemistry. The new charger has a different battery key way lockout and the batteries can only mount and charge on the correct charger for the respective chemistry. All the drivers can mount either battery chemistry. Sadly, I can’t reasonably priced genuine Panasonic batteries any more, and the aftermarket batteries are poor quality.
Got several of the old Milwaukees off of CL cheap - going to use them to power feed a small lathe and mill. Very informative video!
Thanks for your video it was very informative. I recently picked up a charger from the swap meet and it makes a buzzing noise. Is this dangerous to charge the battery? I tried and the battery does get a bit warm.. If I shake the charger while plugged in and charging, the noise does go away in different orientations. Thoughts?
Probably is a loose transformer since the charger is old school I would just open it up and put it piece of cardboard or something under the little circuit board or transformer unit two tighten it up that should stop the buzzing
The original charger has an old school iron core transformer in it, and mine does get warm when charging, as does the battery. Mine is a model RE503 and is for NiCad batteries. I also have a model EY0L11 for NiMH batteries and it is larger and runs cooler, it may have a switching power supply. I just tried to mount a NiCad battery on the NiMH charger and the key way won’t allow it to mount and charge.
also found under the AEG branding
Thanks, that was very interesting. As a sidenote, I had to sit through five ads for diamonds during the video. Go figure.
Catus: maybe I should swap out the camera for one that focuses!
The camera: *HEAVY BREATHING*
Yeah, but the current modern versions of that Panasonic screwdriver are way better. I have a 3.7v Lithium Ion Battery model by SP+tools & it's great, I'd say it's more powerful than the Skil you have. You would be surprised if you reviewed a new one in that Panasonic style.
Hitachi had a similar type driver too... people seemed to like it...
AEG I believe was the original company
With all the precision parts, I can see why it cost so much back then.