I recently scored a compact M18 blower that came with a free 2.0 battery, which is new territory for me since I've always used larger 5.0 batteries. I'm curious about the runtime I can expect from this smaller battery—especially when used on a blower. Any insights?
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If you're using it for nail guns, the 2.0 can work just fine since they require less power. However, for something like a leaf blower, I'd recommend going for a bigger battery. You'll appreciate the extra run time, trust me! You might be okay using the 2.0, but when it dies out on you, you'll definitely wish you had something larger.
Honestly, for a blower, the 2.0 battery isn't ideal. Blowers tend to drain batteries pretty quickly. For example, testing shows that a larger battery can give you around 19 minutes at full throttle, while a smaller one like the 2.0 might only last around 4 minutes before it runs out. It's better suited for tools like impact drivers where it performs great, but not so much for blowers.
It's not the best choice for heavy-duty tools like blowers, but the 2.0 battery does have its uses for lighter tools like drills and impacts. Runtime really varies depending on what you're using it for. Think of it this way: asking about mileage with a tiny gas tank—it really depends on what you've loaded it up with!