Ellis Gibson (B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering)

If you own any power tools from Dewalt or Milwaukee, you may be wondering if their batteries are interchangeable. After all, it would be convenient to only have to buy one type of battery to power all of your tools. The good news is that yes, Dewalt and Milwaukee batteries are interchangeable. So if you … Read more

If you own a Bostitch power tool, then you might be wondering if you can use a DeWalt battery with it. The good news is that you can! In this article, we will show you how to do it and also tell you a bit about the benefits of using a DeWalt battery with your … Read more

If you’re like most people, you’ve had a battery die on you at the most inopportune time. Maybe it was your car battery on a cold morning, or your laptop battery right in the middle of an important presentation. You probably had to buy a new battery, and it wasn’t cheap. But did you know … Read more

If you’re wondering whether or not you need to disconnect your car battery before changing your spark plugs, the answer is most likely no. However, it’s always a good idea to consult your car’s owner manual or a mechanic to be sure. Many newer cars have what’s called a “disconnect switch” that allows you to … Read more

It’s no secret that many newer cars are equipped with LED headlights. While they may provide better visibility on the road, some people worry about whether or not they will drain their car’s battery. In this article, we’ll discuss whether or not LED headlights can actually drain your car battery and what you can do … Read more

If you’re wondering if PlayStation 4 controllers take batteries, the answer is yes. You’ll need to use either AA batteries or a PlayStation 4 controller charging station to keep your controller powered up. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about using batteries in your PlayStation 4 controller. We’ll also give … Read more

If you own a Porter Cable power tool, you may be wondering if you can use a Dewalt battery with it. The answer is yes! Porter Cable and Dewalt are both owned by the same company, so their batteries are interchangeable. This article will help you understand which batteries are compatible with which tools, so … Read more

Whether or not selfie sticks require batteries is a common question among those who are looking to purchase one. This article will help clear up any confusion you may have about this topic. Additionally, it will provide some tips on how to get the most out of your selfie stick if you do choose to … Read more

If you have been using Ryobi tools for a while, you may be wondering if the new Ryobi batteries will work on your old tools. The answer is yes! The new Ryobi batteries are compatible with all Ryobi 18V tools. This article will explain how to use the new batteries on your old tools, and … Read more

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think too much about your car’s ignition system. But if you’re having ignition coil problems, you might be wondering if you need to disconnect the battery before changing the coil. The answer is yes, you need to disconnect the battery before changing the ignition coil. Otherwise, you … Read more