Cordless Power Tool Batteries that contain Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) Cells can be Re-Conditioned to perform as well as new or close to new.  There is a slight loss of capacity due to this process but proper maintance after the proceedure will insure years of usable life. The First and most common procedure for Re-Conditioning a NiCd cell is by using a Technique called "VOLTAGE SURGING".  Over time the crystals within a NiCd cell begin to combine and get larger.  This causes them to loose capacitance and also break through the inner seals of the cell.  Surging the NiCd cell using a higher voltage causes the crystals within the NiCd cell to shatter and become smaller.  These smaller crystals have a greater surface area and therefore contain a greater capacitance for energy.  Crystals primarily grow larger during "OVER CHARGING".  Over Charging is the enemy of a NiCd Cells so Remember to leave your batteries on the charger for only the minimum charging time OR LESS!  This is usually an hour or less for Rapid Chargers or 2 to 4 hrs for standard chargers.  It is also best to only charge your batteries immediately before you use them.  Storing your batteries with a full charge encourages crystal growth.  Storing your batteries on a low charge (but not dead!)  is best.  Follow these maintenance techniques to insure years of dependable use.  If your batteries aren't holding a charge anymore or your charger light is showing "defective battery" or you just want to keep your NiCd battery at its peak then I highly recomend using the EZ Battery FIXTM  This process gives you exact surge times for your battery size and works will all makes and models of batterys such as Craftsman, Dewalt, Bosch and Ryobi cordless Drills and Saws.  This process also works great on Flashlight batteries and cordless phone batteries as well as Radio controlled vehicle batteries.   Get the EZ BATTERY FIX NOW! Only $8.95! YSUUSY is pronounced "is-so-easy"   Copyright © 2007 ysuusy publishing