Bosch BAT240 HDOP Blue Core 24-Volt 2-2/5-Amp Hour NiCad Pod Style Battery

by Bosch

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

New Bosch BLUECORE Battery Technology features cooling rods that distribute the heat from inside the battery. Batteries are backed by the industry's best service program. Bosch will support up-time and performance of the battery for 2 years from the original purchase date.

Product Description

Includes 24 Volt BLUECORE 2.4 Ah Battery - BAT240

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00004XOEE
• Item model number: BAT240
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #94,940 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent 24V Battery! Even Replaces Old Bosch BAT 030 "Platinum"!, June 23, 2009

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Jiggy Bear ("Rainy", OR USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch BAT240 HDOP Blue Core 24-Volt 2-2/5-Amp Hour NiCad Pod Style Battery (Tools & Home Improvement)

Years ago I purchased a Bosch 24 Volt "Platinum line" cordless combo set as a gift for my husband. When the time came to replace the batteries I was unable to find genuine Bosch batteries that were compatible, and a call to Bosch confirmed they stopped making them. I'd heard warnings about "compatible" aftermarket batteries causing fires and decided against buying any. I thought I would have to replace the combo set but put it off, as my husband had other cordless tools to get by on and we couldn't afford a new set.

When I saw the Amazon.com listing for the BAT 240, I didn't think the battery would be compatible or replace the old BAT 030 based on what Bosch had told me previously. When I visited the Bosch website, the description stated it would be compatible with all _current_ Bosch 24V tools, still leaving me wondering. Finally, I called Bosch and found out the BAT 240 does replace the BAT 030 and would work fine with the old Bosch Platinum line cordless tools. I also found out it we could charge it on his existing charger.

We were elated! I immediately ordered the BAT 240 from Amazon.com, and it an excellent battery! Here is information from the package in case anyone needs to check compatibility:

BAT 240 (p/n 2607335452); 24v 2.4 a-H Battery; Up to 50% longer life; Bosch BlueCore TM cooling rods absorb the heat inside the batteries; Battery cell (sic) last longer because they stay cooler; for Models: 13624, 52324, 3924, 1660K-24, 1645K-24, 11524, 3452. WARNING: Charge only with BC003, BC004, BC006, BC015, BC016, BC130, BC230. Protect terminals from shorting, burns or fire may result.

Is it powerful? Yes! Even better than the previous ones when they were new! Charges very quickly, too.

The Bosch website [...], for more information and a look at their new tools and any current promotions. I hope this review is helpful and saves you time and money. Rock on with Bosch!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's a Ni-Cad, July 11, 2004

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Charles Dixon "Kevin Dixon" (Dickinson TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch BAT240 HDOP Blue Core 24-Volt 2-2/5-Amp Hour NiCad Pod Style Battery (Tools & Home Improvement)

The BAT030 is a NI-Cad battery. This is good because the Ni-Mh have not been as good as promised. They do have the memory effect but not as much but they have been found to not endure as long as Ni-Cad in high current applications such as in 14.4 V power tools and up. They have been found to perform better in low current applications such as laptops and cell phones.

In addition, you can reduce the memory effect by not leaving the battery on the charger after it is fully charged and exercising the battery by running it down to nothing about once a month.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bosch Battery, July 22, 2007

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J. Arenas "Jose" (Houston Tx) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch BAT240 HDOP Blue Core 24-Volt 2-2/5-Amp Hour NiCad Pod Style Battery (Tools & Home Improvement)

Great service and battery. It sure does last a long time and is quick to charge up.