- NEW Battery Protection System provides Over-Discharge, Temperature and Current Protection for enhanced performance, battery cycle life and overall battery life (when used with STAR marked tool)- Li-Ion Batteries offer extended run time versus Ni-Cad and Ni-MH batteries- Li-Ion Batteries offer more cycles over the life of the battery versus Ni-Cad and Ni-MH batteries- Optimum Charging System utilizes 3 Active Controls (Current, Voltage & Temperature) to maximize battery life- Built-In Memory Chip communicates with Charger CPU to optimize the charging process based on the unique conditions of each batteryLi-Ion Batteries offer extended run time versus Ni-Cad and Ni-MH batteries