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).