Replacing / Upgrading Cordless Screwdriver Battery | From 600mAh to 2500mAh

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  • Description:
    Join me in this step-by-step tutorial as I demonstrate how to replace and upgrade the battery in a cordless screwdriver. I'm swapping out the original 600mAh industrial batteries with high-capacity 2500mAh rechargeable ones, significantly boosting the tool's performance and runtime.
    Please Note: I am not a professional technician, and this video is for informational purposes only. If you choose to attempt this battery replacement and upgrade, you do so at your own risk. Incorrectly connecting batteries can result in hazardous situations, including the risk of explosion. If you're uncertain about the process or lack experience with electronics, it's advisable to seek professional assistance.
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  • @MikeyMack303
    @MikeyMack303 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I'm a bit surprised that you didn't use/need any solder flux paste! Nice work. Thank you for showing us !

  • @joeprokop6885
    @joeprokop6885 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks for this, Kat . I just finished my battery replacement. Not where near as clean as yours but it's working.

  • @robertallgeier2109
    @robertallgeier2109 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So helpful, so professional! Thanks.

  • @FranckBerthuit
    @FranckBerthuit 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Exactly what i was looking for. Thank's for sharing.

  • @Fish8Tale
    @Fish8Tale 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very nice job. Thank you. Does the heat from the soldering gun degrade the rechargeable battery?

  • @SlightlyWetFart
    @SlightlyWetFart 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    If only you'd had a cordless screwdriver to undo those screws

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lol, if life was that simple :D love the username ;)

    • @cptxeros
      @cptxeros 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol

  • @lakayjohn4168
    @lakayjohn4168 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice. Exact same screw driver with mine. Thanks for the tip. Keep up the good work... :D

  • @nerdyKat
    @nerdyKat  8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm glad you like it. I'm not an expert but it doesn't seem to affect the battery. If you file the ends of the battery enough, you won't need a lot of heat ;-)

    • @Avram42
      @Avram42 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm assuming the batteries that were in the driver were NiCd while the ones you put in are NiMH; is there an issue using the same charger with the different chemistry (in particular because it's probably not a smart charger)? Electro-wizardry is not my specialty.

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lol, like you called it Electro-wizardry is not really my speciality either :) I believe the old batteries were NiCad and replacements were NiMH and the charger is most definitely not a smart charger. All I can tell you is that there doesn't seem to be any charging issue. As normal the charger and the batteries do become a little warm during the charging process, but as far as I can tell not warmer than they did before their replacement ;)

    • @Avram42
      @Avram42 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks; I found this video looking for reviews of the more-or-less throwaway driver that I'd like to have for odd jobs that don't warrant a drill or impact driver (or that would be unwieldy in that application). I would be very likely to try this mod should it be the batteries that go kaput (instead of, say, the motor/brushes/switches). Thanks for the video.

  • @embracedone434
    @embracedone434 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks , great help! I couldn’t get my brand apart, there’s a screw underneath the sticker😉.

  • @TheRocknrolla12
    @TheRocknrolla12 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello there would you please advise me where the red wire from the battery is connected to

  • @HBSC76
    @HBSC76 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The rubber band for the initial battery arrangement was a nice touch! Thanks for sharing!

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you ;)

  • @AtlasMTBRider
    @AtlasMTBRider 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    nice video I have the same screwdriver (green) I'm going to do the same

  • @selimcanbinici4194
    @selimcanbinici4194 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the same model, green. Just replaced the batteries (4.8v 1800 mAh) same as you did (just very much less professionally). Then, I had smoke coming out of the screwdriver while charging. Any idea what may have gone wrong?

  • @patrickyohe3348
    @patrickyohe3348 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video. Did you need to replace your charger when increased amperage of your batteries?

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you ;) I didn't need to replace the charger but when I charged the screwdriver for the first time I made sure it was not getting hot ;)

  • @azaharisaad2909
    @azaharisaad2909 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    hi.. i just browsing and found your video... excellent if i might say as it is informative, short, compact and easy to understand...
    few questions that i have already got the answers from the comments, but i have a question that would very much appreciated if you know the answer or opinions on 'how to' the problem..
    i lost the charger for my cordless screwdriver and the specs is much the same... 4.8V, 600mAH - how or what charger can i use to charge the stock unit? I tried using a modem charger which gives an output of 5V, 1.2A but even i left it for 5 hours it is still weak. Hope you can respond to this.. thanks

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, the charger that came with my screwdriver is 6V, so if you do have one I would give that a go ;)

  • @AubreyYSmith
    @AubreyYSmith 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Easy to follow and love the music, what's the name of it by the way?

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you ;) the song is called Pink Lemonade by Silent Partner and you can download it here if you like th-cam.com/users/audiolibrarymusic

  • @krioca35
    @krioca35 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just asking: you replaced with another NiCd batterries, am i wrong?

  • @applediva8918
    @applediva8918 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can i improve the voltage instead of 4.8?

  • @catherinehargreaves9959
    @catherinehargreaves9959 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi, i

  • @stevemcgavren7645
    @stevemcgavren7645 ปีที่แล้ว

    How long can/should you charge?

  • @jmm1000
    @jmm1000 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    what were the noticed improvements in performance?

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's definitely more powerful than before. The main reason for me changing the batteries was, that they would no longer hold the charge (lasting about 2 minutes), hence the screwdriver was pretty much useless. It feels like new now ;)

  • @jocolegray6573
    @jocolegray6573 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please help me find where to replace batteries in my cordless screwdriver

  • @Amozon28
    @Amozon28 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have an older model of this same screwdirver and im trying to replace the batteries but cant get it open. ive unscrewed everything and have been able to seperate it a bit but theres one section that just wont budge and let me open it. im not sure what to do without breaking it
    any advice?

    • @robertallgeier2109
      @robertallgeier2109 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's another screw under the sticker. You'll need two sizes of star bits since the one under the sticker and the chuck assembly use smaller.

  • @wongponjer
    @wongponjer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    how to refill? default charger?

  • @als1023
    @als1023 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video Thanks! The small metal tabs you soldered on were cut from ?? or are they a hobby store item? thanks for your help.

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think it was just a piece of scrap metal, but you could also use a piece of wire, shouldn't make any difference ;)

    • @OlObuffalo
      @OlObuffalo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nerdyKat what kind of metal?

  • @davianceable
    @davianceable 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I replace it with orginal ni-cd with ni-mh with same charger?

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't see a problem with that ;)

  • @sailorondatea
    @sailorondatea 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i did the same when my screwdriver's batteried died after a few years. I put in Nimh batteries for higher capacity instead of NiCd batteries like originally inside. It certainly last longer now however there is a catch. Nimh batteries have higher inner resistance, so they can't give that strong torque as NiCd batteries. but anyway..

  • @jfrncjr
    @jfrncjr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you are replacing a 600 mah with a 2500 mah, is there not a risk of overcharge, overheat and danage the circuit? I have a 12v one, 3.7 v each with 1500 mah each battery and am worried to replace with a 2000 mah each. If It has not a protective circuit may damage the screwdriver ?

    • @KoolBreeze420
      @KoolBreeze420 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your question leads me to think that your not sure what mah means that's ok I'll try my best to answer for you. The incoming and outgoing power won't change just because you're adding more mah. Take for example AA batteries, there are all kinds of different brands and many mah ratings, however, they are all 1.5 volts. There is no chance of overcharging if you're adding a higher mah battery. A higher mah number only means that the battery can store more energy, means it has a higher capacity. For instance, a 3000 mAh battery could power a device drawing 100 mA (milliamp) for 30 hours. You could even put a 1500 mah battery into a device and it would run a 100 mah device for 15 hours. I Am not sure how undercharging or overcharging works so I can't answer that part of your question. The simplest point is that the output voltage doesn't change with the raising or lowering the capacity(mah) of a battery.

    • @jfrncjr
      @jfrncjr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KoolBreeze420 well I am a financial not eletrician but I know amperes and microah as units of measurement only .thanks for your help!

    • @KoolBreeze420
      @KoolBreeze420 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jfrncjr Sorry if you think I said something demeaning that wasn't my intention.

    • @jfrncjr
      @jfrncjr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KoolBreeze420 No need to be. YOU were VERY HELPFUL and explained Very well! Thanks a Lot!

    • @jfrncjr
      @jfrncjr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KoolBreeze420 Hi koolbreeze! I am studying this issue to change mine. And found another problem that you may kindly confirm . An upgrade of Mah will make the original charger take longer to load the battery. It seems that each 1000 mah with one 1000 mah output charger, takes one hour to load the battery. So If I double the battery , It Will take TWICE the time to load
      :(

  • @pheenix42
    @pheenix42 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I presume the original charger can still be used, then? Nice job!

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you and yes it certainly can ;)

  • @gopi6003
    @gopi6003 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have to fix same issue . thanks

  • @user-fj9ub1gc9u
    @user-fj9ub1gc9u 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks chick .

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome ;)

  • @rogertyler3237
    @rogertyler3237 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Instead of using 4 AA Batterys
    Use 2 18650 batterys & use a peice of tin to
    Connect them in seiries then glue in 2
    Peiced of tin & solder the red wire
    For + & black Wire for -

    • @kunwar9899401419
      @kunwar9899401419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wouldn't there be a difference in the volt. 4 AA will have a volt of 1 .2 X 4 = 4.8 . 2 18650 will be 7.4V as each is 3.7V.

  • @kaleina02nyan81
    @kaleina02nyan81 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1 question stock voltage is 4.8 will circuit hold on to 4 x 1.5= 6V ????

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't think that would be a problem, however most of the rechargeable batteries I've seen were 1.2 V which would give you the 4.8 V ;)

  • @celeste2437
    @celeste2437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    SIMPLY FAB INSTRUCTIONS. NO DRAMA JUST STRAIGHT FORWARD ANSWER VIA VIDEO TO MY QUESTION.
    I AM IMMEDIATELY SUBSCRIBING TO NERDY. 😘JUST LOVE NERDY.

  • @artist4098
    @artist4098 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi..nerdy kait ...I'm interested in your chanel

  • @jfkhan1910
    @jfkhan1910 ปีที่แล้ว

    It battery size in v

  • @davidferguson8478
    @davidferguson8478 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should use a spot welder instead of soldering the batteries together because you could damage them

    • @robertallgeier2109
      @robertallgeier2109 ปีที่แล้ว

      Her technique keeps the heat exposure to about a second each time. No prob.

  • @waynelee4112
    @waynelee4112 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Will you marry me?😂❤️

    • @nerdyKat
      @nerdyKat  7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Lol, thank you very much for your lovely offer, however my heart already belongs to another ;)

    • @cravatenoire3269
      @cravatenoire3269 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nerdyKat Lucky (if) Techy

  • @billsoon8456
    @billsoon8456 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine broke first day this is bullsht

    • @rafita16433
      @rafita16433 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      al mio no se le apaga la luz roja aunque este veinte años cargando

    • @robertallgeier2109
      @robertallgeier2109 ปีที่แล้ว

      You didn't do it correctly.