[chbot] BT batteries

[Henri Shustak]

BT low energy is very low power draw. So the overhead is probably not all that much.

> On 2/12/2019, at 1:45 PM, Charles Manning <cdhmanning at gmail.com> wrote:
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> I think the main usage scenario is to be able to check all your batteries are charged without having to open the toolbox and press buttons on each tool. It does supply some security features too (eg. ensuring your tools didn't go walkies).
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> Some tools also provide BT connectivity with vacuum cleaners etc so that the dust collection system automatically switches on when the tool draws current, then off again when the tool is de-powered. Great for circular saws.  I assume this might hook in to that too.
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> The additional cost of adding BTLE is just a few cents.
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> But it's only a 2Ah battery... I'd be happy if someone stole all my 2Ah batteries...
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> On Mon, Dec 2, 2019 at 1:34 PM Mark Atherton <markaren1 at xtra.co.nz> wrote:
> Maybe I haven't been paying attention, but this is nuts https://www.mitre10.co.nz/shop/dewalt-xr-lithium-ion-bluetooth-battery-18v-2-0ah-yellow-and-black/p/297710 -- Bluetooth connected battery.
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> This beg all manner of questions about being able to lock battery packs to tools, something I just hadn't considered before...
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> What's next, BT connected milk - can't open the container if someone makes off with your 'fridge ?? :)
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> -Mark
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