Does this Craftsman tire gauge come with an easily replaceable battery or do you throw it away when the battery wears out?
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Easily replaced with 2 CR2032 batteries which are the same ones used by my key fobs.
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In the back of it is two screws, so once you remove back panel you get to the battery, and I still love this gadget
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It can be replaced easily with a small, real small, Phillips head. The battery is a 2032 which is the same as what goes in remote car keys and can be bought at any auto parts store.
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I didn't have that problem. But I would not reccomend buying this expensive pice of junk. First it is a real pain to change the batteries. Second, after less than a year the digital screen on mine went out so now I have to use a tire gauge and this which defeats the whole purpose. Keep looking this is junk.
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Mr. Stearns,Yes, the battery is easily removed and can be charged any where either in your garage or house.We are very happy with the mower and very glad we purchased it.Joe H.
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The internals of the mechanism that connects to the stem of the tire (the pin, etc.) are made of metal. The case for the mechanism is plastic. The part that actually connects to the thread is plastic and does not mess up the threads. I haven't had any trouble with it. My son has used his for years. It is battery free. You can run it off of the car battery or plug it in and uses both metric and/or standard measurements. The cables are stored inside the unit. Intelligently designed. Easy to use. Only down side is that if you leave it connected long term, air will leak out of the tire. Needs to be removed when tire is inflated.
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I believe you can replace the battery, but I personally have found it impossible. I bought my Tekton gauge in April 2013 and have only used it 3 times so I don't think the battery should be worn down. However, I turned it on today and it started flashing and will not now turn on or OFF - just keeps flashing. I think a new battery might fix this, but I can only get one of the tiny screws out. The other seems to be completely stuck. So I guess this gauge is now trash. I really think the battery should have lasted much longer and replacing the battery should not require removing hard to access tiny screws. I won't buy this brand again. I believe you can replace the battery, but I personally have found it impossible. I bought my Tekton gauge in April 2013 and have only used it 3 times so I don't think the battery should be worn down. However, I turned it on today and it started flashing and will not now turn on or OFF - just keeps flashing. I think a new battery might fix this, but I can only get one of the tiny screws out. The other seems to be completely stuck. So I guess this gauge is now trash. I really think the battery should have lasted much longer and replacing the battery should not require removing hard to access... » Read More I believe you can replace the battery, but I personally have found it impossible. I bought my Tekton gauge in April 2013 and have only used it 3 times so I don't think the battery should be worn down. However, I turned it on today and it started flashing and will not now turn on or OFF - just keeps flashing. I think a new battery might fix this, but I can only get one of the tiny screws out. The other seems to be completely stuck. So I guess this gauge is now trash. I really think the battery should have lasted much longer and replacing the battery should not require removing hard to access tiny screws. I won't buy this brand again. « Show Less
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Mine did, and from an unbiased perspective, the Milwaukee hand tools have been great. I worked for john deere as a technician and still currently work in anything from weed eaters to Chevy full size pickups using these tools mostly everyday. I've used dewalts, craftsman, Mikita, and hitachi, but have always liked my milwaukees the best. It's been years and all my batteries and tools still work flawlessly. The little rubber accents in the impact will come off over time, but who cares, either glue them back or cut then off. Hope this helps in your decision, I've never regretted my purchase and I'd say I've had mine for at least 3 years
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Hi John,Thanks for reaching out to us, this is a great question. The LIFE Tire Gauge does not come with a case due to the fact that it comes with emergency escape tools that need to be available and ready to use immediately in case of an emergency. In order to help with that, we have added a convenient safety wrist strap to help protect the tire gauge in case you ever lose grip while using it. Regards
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PS...I have never taken my battery out and it has worked for me since purchase. I use it at least once on all holes.
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All batteries (unit, speed, cadence & heart rate sensors) are user replaceable. All are designed for min 12 month lifetime. Very user-friendly
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Yea,that's about right.You need a lot of leverage when using a torque wrench.Smaller than the Craftsman 1/2" clicker type I've had for years.Works well so far.Only downside is I use it rarely so install/uninstall battery with every use.
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I can now answer my own question. I bought this thermometer soon after posting this and it has the CR2032 battery. I use it frequently and keep forgetting to turn it off, but have not had to change the battery. This is a great item.Thank you, everyone, for your help.
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Goodyear Service Center did it for free since we bought tires there at same time. We changed them all (sensors). They mentioned that the batteries start failing at 5 yrs, so going forward I'll plan sensor replacements around tire purchases, preventive maintenance.
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I'm sorry I don't know. I haven't had to replace it. If you take it to a battery place they can tell you when they replace it.
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The general time is about 7 years and the batteries are not replaceable. Considering tires do not last 7 years for the average driver, and even less keep cars that long. It seems to be a non-issue at this point with most drivers.
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I imagine there's a watch type battery in it that you can replace. But there's a solar battery in it and I've been using these for years and have never had to replace try battery yet.
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My battery gave out after just slightly over a year. The little tool, made of what seems to be a hard rubber, strips the battery case so I have not been able to replace the battery. Anyone had any luck replacing the battery?
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I use mine frequently, I keep either a cut off wheel or diamond blade in it. It does like a fresh battery but I use which every battery is handy, my batteries are 3 and 6 years old. They seem to last a while. The leds begin to light up before it shuts off if I am driving it too hard warning me to apply less pressure. I keep the 120volt grinder on the truck also though for heavier jobs. I would agree it is one of the few 18volt tools that does not completely replace the need for a 120volt tool but I find it extremely useful and bought one for my father and brother who are also contractors for Christmas last year. With 33years of trade experience I will buy a new if this one ever fails. As far as saftey, Makita engineers must of found some problem with letting it run the battery to zero, none of my other tools seem to have this type of cut-out.