{"product_id":"obi-tool-for-makita-18v-battery-diagnostics-and-repair","title":"OBI Reset \u0026 Diagnostics Tool for Makita 18V Batteries","description":"\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThis OBI Reset \u0026amp; Diagnostics tool connects directly to your computer to inspect battery telemetry, read fault codes, and unlock \u003cstrong\u003eMakita 18V \u0026amp; 14.4V LXT lithium-ion batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e. Compatible with software from the Open Battery Information project, use it with the web browser interface or via the standalone desktop application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; border-bottom: 2px solid rgb(16, 166, 204); padding-bottom: 6px; color: rgb(16, 166, 204); margin-top: 24px;\"\u003eKey Diagnostic \u0026amp; Reset Capabilities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; padding-left: 20px; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReset \u0026amp; Unlock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear lockouts, low-voltage protection flags, and BMS error codes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCell-Level Monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Read live individual cell voltages and display the delta between highest and lowest cells (ideal for cell replacement and pack balancing).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack Telemetry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor total pack voltage and internal thermistor temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsage \u0026amp; Identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e View lifetime charge cycles, detected pack model, and factory ROM ID.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; border-bottom: 2px solid rgb(16, 166, 204); padding-bottom: 6px; color: rgb(16, 166, 204); margin-top: 24px;\"\u003eHardware \u0026amp; Battery Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Battery Packs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMakita 18V LXT (BL1820B, BL1830, BL1830B, BL1840, BL1840B, BL1850, BL1850B, BL1860, BL1860B, BL1890, BL18120) and 14.4V LXT equivalents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 13px; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);\"\u003eNote: Supported diagnostics and telemetry may vary depending on individual BMS hardware version. See OBI documentation for details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware \u0026amp; System Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; padding-left: 20px; margin-top: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows, macOS, Linux, or ChromeOS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeb App:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runs natively in Chrome, Edge, Opera, or Firefox 151+ (Safari not supported).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone Desktop App:\u003c\/strong\u003e Downloadable OBI-1 client available for Windows (installer), macOS (.dmg), and Linux (AppImage \/ .deb).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Interface \u0026amp; Drivers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects via USB-C (cable not included). Uses a CH341 USB-to-serial interface, drivers may be required depending on your OS (download link provided with purchase).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; background-color: rgb(247, 249, 250); border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-style: solid; border-color: rgb(220, 220, 220) rgb(220, 220, 220) rgb(220, 220, 220) rgb(16, 166, 204); padding: 12px 16px; margin-top: 24px; font-size: 14px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1x Fully Assembled OBI Diagnostic Adapter (Pre-flashed with current OBI firmware)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Battery pack and USB-C data cable are not included.*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); margin-top: 24px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-size: 13px;\"\u003eThe board comes flashed with the latest stable OBI firmware and supports browser-based or in-app updates. 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