DEWALT Launches Its First 14.4V XRP(TM) Lithium Ion Battery - Compatible with All 14.4V Tools
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December 2008 - DEWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, launches its first 14.4V XRP(TM) Lithium Ion battery (DC9144). The 14.4V XRP(TM) Lithium Ion battery is compatible with any existing DEWALT 14.4V tool, providing professional contractors with the flexibility to select the best battery chemistry to meet jobsite demands.
The 14.4V XRP(TM) Lithium Ion battery is designed with Nano-Phosphate Lithium Ion cells, which is a proprietary technology from DEWALT that offers a combination of longer cycle life, lighter weight and greater performance. The 14.4V XRP(TM) Lithium Ion battery provides users with increased battery durability and cycle life, offering 2,000 recharges. The backwards compatibility of the 14.4V XRP(TM) Lithium Ion battery enables users to continue to expand upon their existing 14.4V platform and use any DEWALT 14.4V battery with any of the 16 existing DEWALT 14.4V tools.
The addition of the 14.4V XRP(TM) Lithium Ion battery reflects the DEWALT commitment to providing professional contractors with a breadth of tool offerings that deliver the performance they need in an ideal ergonomic package. Depending on user preference for performance, ergonomics, value and run-time, DEWALT offers up to three choices of cordless product families.
o XRP(TM) Lithium Ion - for users whose top needs are light weight and performance
o XRP(TM) - for users focused on power and run-time
o Compact - for users who want a compact size and light weight
About DEWALT (www.dewalt.com)
DEWALT is a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools with more than 300 power tool and equipment products as well as 800 power tool accessories, including corded and cordless drills, saws, hammers, grinders, routers, planers, plate joiners, sanders, lasers, generators, compressors and nailers, as well as saw blades, metal and masonry drill bits, abrasives, screw driving accessories and more. DEWALT tools can be found wherever tools are sold, nationally and internationally. With over 1,000 factory owned and authorized locations DEWALT has one of the most extensive service and repair networks in North America.
Specifications: DEWALT 14.4V XRP(TM) Lithium Ion Battery and Charger
Model DC9144 DC9144C
Voltage 14.4V 14.4V
Battery Chemistry Nano-Phosphate Lithium Ion Nano-Phosphate Lithium Ion
Compatible With Any 14.4V Tool Any 14.4V Tool
Includes 14.4V Nano-Phosphate Lithium Ion 14.4V Nano-Phosphate Lithium Ion and Battery Charger
Suggested Retail Price $109.00 $159.00
