Today, there are 12V Max, 20V Max, 24V Max, 40V Max, 60V Max, 80V Max, 120V Max, and other such cordless power tool systems.ġ8V still remains popular, although mainly with legacy systems. Whether Dewalt “20V Max” was created for market distinction, user perception, or other reasons, it was in line with emerging standards. For instance, Bosch has renamed their compact cordless power tools as simply “12V” in Europe. In recent years, some brands have eliminated the “Max” part of their cordless system branding. It is also widely believed that “Max” branding is not widely used outside of North America due to other regions’ advertising and consumer protection regulations. The popular opinion is that “20V Max” sounds better than 18V, where consumers might perceive 20V Max as delivering higher voltage or more power than 18V. I should add that Dewalt eventually brought the XR – extreme runtime – branding to the USA to describe their premium 20V Max brushless cordless power tools and higher capacity batteries. In Europe and elsewhere, the new cordless lineup was given “18V XR” branding. However, “20V Max” was only in use in North America. With 12V Max already adopted in the USA by Bosch, Makita, and Dewalt, the plan for Dewalt to go with 20V Max for their new 18V-class Li-ion cordless system made perfect sense. The change to “12V max” is consistent with lithium-ion battery voltage ratings that have been adopted in the marketplace since Makita first launched 10.8V Lithium-Ion products in 2008.Ģ006 May: Bosch announced 10.8V PS20 Pocket DriverĢ007 October: Milwaukee announced a “12-Volt Sub-Compact driver” (2401-22)Ģ008 July: Bosch switches to 12V Max terminologyĢ008 July: Makita announces first 10.8V toolsĢ008 October: Milwaukee announced M12 Hackzall (2420-22)Ģ010 June: Dewalt announces 12V Max cordless power tool systemĢ010 November: Makita switches to 12V Max terminologyĢ011 June: Dewalt announces 20V Max cordless power tool system Makita launched their first 12V Max cordless power tools in late 2010, converting over from 10.8V as Bosch had done.įrom Makita’s November 2010 press release: The new terminology, which replaces 10.8V, is meant to reduce confusion in the marketplace by clearly identifying tools that are rated at maximum voltage (i.e. Dewalt was not the first brand to use such nomenclature.īosch switched over from 10.8V to 12V Max starting in mid-2008, with their second generation PS20 cordless Pocket Driver. Not sure which battery voltage is best for you? Contact the professionals at Ottawa Fastener Supply at 61 or contact us online with your questions about DeWalt batteries and cordless tools.One year earlier, in June 2010, Dewalt launched their 12V Max cordless power tool system. It can also run nearly any 20V cordless tool in your toolbox. If you are looking for more power under a load that can last all day without overheating, the 60V is a good choice. With the standard 20V battery pack, you can quickly get your honey-do list complete. You cannot go wrong with DeWalt cordless tools. You will experience greater versatility with the larger voltage. These battery packs can run not only a 60V tool but also a 20V or pair two up and run a 120V tool. When you need something that can handle a heavy load and run cooler, then a 60V may be a better choice. They work in all applications but will have a more limited run-time and strength compared to 60V.
Understanding the differences can help you make the best choice:Ģ0V tools and batteries are for low to medium demand use due to their size and amp/hour rating. Each has its merits and can get the job done, depending on the application. When deciding which DeWalt tool to purchase, one of the choices you will have is whether to use 20V or 60V batteries. Having the right battery back can make a world of difference on a job.
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