Proper 18V Makita to Ryobi battery adapter

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Do you have Makita batteries and chargers? Do you want to use cool Ryobi tools? Don't want to spent £20/$25/€22 on Badaptor or Surebonder? Then this is for you! This is a proper Makita battery adapter for Ryobi tools. It can be installed/used: 1. Removable. Using side latches. Useful, if you own Ryobi batteries/chargers. 2. Semi-permanent. Using screws to fix adapter to tool. Useful, if you don't own Ryobi batteries/chargers. 3. Permanent. Using screws and soldering contacts directly. Useful, if you want a quick way to convert Ryobi tools to Makita. This adapter uses geniune Makita terminals pad (such as 643852 or 643838). If you don't have it - either purchase it, or print/make it yourself - see https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:863257 **Please, carefully read assembly and usage guide below**. Source files are provided, so you can change design if you are using different size for pins/springs. Or you can just use drill to enlarge holes. You will need: 1. [2 pieces] Thin metal pin/thick needle: - Thick needle - Finishing pin/nail - Syringe needle - Unwrapped paper-clip (use wire stripper to remove silicone cover) 2. [Optional, for temporary installation only] [2 pieces] 5.55x17.46 mm compression spring or similar size: - Use Amazon / AliExpress to purchase "spring assortment kit". - You can also get springs from battery contacts/terminals in your old tech or local store. - Alternatively, you can use springy foam or something similar. 3. [Optional, for temporary and semi-permanent installation] [2 pieces] Two metal strips with approximate size 9x20 mm: - You can cut strips from flat metal sheet / fixture from your local hardware storage. - Nickel-plated strips for welding 18650 is also an option. 4. Thick wires. 5. Soldering iron and supplies. 6. Small self-taping screws, or normal screws + tap. 7. Hot glue. 8. Instant glue (cyanoacrylate / super glue).