MILWAUKEE M18B5
18v Li-ion battery - 5.0Ah
- Overload protection
- Temperature management system
- Discharge protection
- Overload protection
- Temperature management system
- Discharge protection
- Overload protection
- Temperature management system
- Discharge protection
M18B5
Milwaukee M18 REDLITHIUM 5.0Ah battery pack. Designed for extended runtime, durability, and cold-weather performance across the full M18 cordless system.
Key Features
• Battery Type: REDLITHIUM-ION slide pack
• Capacity: 5.0Ah
• Voltage: 18V
• Runtime: Up to 2.5× longer than standard lithium-ion packs (tool/application dependent)
• Power Output: Up to 20% more power vs previous Milwaukee battery tech
• Cycle Life: Up to 2× more recharges
• Electronics: REDLINK digital overload protection prevents tool damage
• Cell Monitoring: Individual cell tracking for optimal charge/discharge
• Construction: Shock-resistant separators and metal frame for drop protection
• Water Management: Internal routing channels divert moisture from electronics
• Cold Weather Performance: Operates down to −20 °C without runtime loss
• Fuel Gauge: On-board LED indicator for charge status
Technical Specifications
• Battery Chemistry: Li-ion
• Charge Time (typical):
• M12–18 FC / SC / GBC4: ~59 min
• M12–18 AC / C: ~100 min
• Weight: 0.7 kg
• Warranty: 1 year standard, extendable to 3 years with registration
Compatibility
• Fully compatible with all M18 tools and chargers
• Part of the M18 system — over 315 tools supported
Alternative
M18HB5 — HIGH OUTPUT 5.0Ah version with improved thermal performance and sustained power delivery
An introduction to li-ion batteries: Li-ion batteries, short for lithium ion, are the latest in battery technology. Click here to see all our batteries & chargers
To choose between li-ion batteries: The higher the Ah (Ampere hours) the longer the interval between charges; the fewer times you recharge a battery the longer it will last. Click here to see all our li-ion batteries
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