Panasonic S Series lithium-ion battery for power tools

Panasonic Australia has released a range of power tools featuring the S Series long-lasting 4.2 Ah lithium-ion battery. The battery offers up to 27% more working capacity per charge compared to Panasonic’s 3.3 Ah battery and is built for heavy use, long runtimes between charges and a long life cycle. It features protection against overheating and other damage.

The company has refreshed its line-up of dual-voltage tools which offer the flexibility of using either a 14.4 or 18 V 4.2 Ah battery. The range includes a drill and driver, reciprocating saw, rotary hammer and impact power tools. In testing with the drill and driver, the battery drilled 120 holes/charge compared to 95 with the 3.3 Ah battery. It has also been tested to drive 340 screws, 350 bolts and cut 80 pieces of wood. The battery is compatible with the company’s previous range of dual-voltage tools.