how long does the battery last?
1059581
In my experience the battery life has been more than adequate to complete the job. Like any cordless tool it is a good idea to have a second battery on the charger, though. This reconditioned tool came with a compact lithium battery and a charger. I bought it because I have other 18V Ryobi tools.
1059582
This was a gift to my stepson. Bought refurb, not a scuff. He uses it daily and has yet to need to recharge during a workday. He loves it, and with them now using lithium batteries (vs NiCad), they will last so much longer, and run at full power until they simply stop. And it sinks brads (2-1/2") just below flush. You won't regret it if you get as good as the unit I purchased!
1059583
This device uses very little power to operate with great results. All of the different batteries have different life expectencies and I have used a few different batteries. I have shot about 500 nails with the small battery and not needed to recharge on a large project. This was an entire day of doing trim. Hope this helps
288842
It hard to say but I leave mine on charge the day prior to using for a period of time. I can get about 7hrs playtime.
896855
Mine is near 3 years old. Battery life is certainly shortened now (probably 10-12 minutes run time) but zero complaints about its performance. Gets used a few minutes every few days. I have been guilty of leaving it on charge a few days over the years. Certainly been a good value so far. Will likely built my own battery for it when the run time is unusable.
1382595
Not long. 20-30 minutes max. Mine came with an extra battery, which makes it use able. You always have to have a spare charged. Other than battery life, it works great.
309705
I only use mine about half the day, but the battery last as long as I need it to. HINT: I charge it every morning before starting to use it.
1237264
I've never had mine die on me but I've taken it for a six hour trip and it had about 25% battery power afterwards so I'd guess maybe about eight hours in total.
434009
Less than 4 hours for mine. The battery really does last a long time. I've had mine for several months and use them for up to 4 hours or more at a time, a couple of days a week. I have only had to charge them a couple of times so far. I am impressed with the battery in these.
530448
Depends on how many times you push to use or just to scare someone. My has lasted up to 24hrs. With me just playing around and setting it off for 4 or 5 hrs. and I still had charge next day.
358190
The battery will last for 10 hours, but only when kept at a moderate volume. If you crank the volume up near max, the battery will last about 5 hours.
1912423
Hi! The battery lasts a ridiculously ling time! I used it nightly and used it for several cycles each night, and the battery lasted well over a month on a single charge
1202671
I use the item daily for several hours a day. If I remember to open the battery compartment before putting it away, the battery lasts a week or two. I'm guessing that amounts to 30-40 hours of use.
1721254
It lasts quite a while. I don't use mine much but I have only put one set of batteries in.
1940015
I've had it for about two years now, and the battery life on it is about two hours, give or take. It's definitely better than the one I replaced, though. I'm still a little disappointed that I have to practically keep my laptop plugged in just to be able to use it for longer periods. Hope this helps!
1503204
My battery last for a while. About 2-3 months, but I think it depends on how much it has to be used. The batteries are cheap at Walmart.
453422
I still average about 2-3 hours on mine. I've had in the neighborhood of 15 months. Been a great battery.
1355119
it lasts as long as you dont use it. the battery does not lose its charge once it is charged
2015330
The battery lasted about as long as most. I bought a back up, so I never worried.