Ergonomic 18-Volt Hammer Drill
Product Name: Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill Kit
Product Description: Makita Hammer Drill
Price: $$$
Currency: US
Availability: InStock
- Durability - 8.8/108.8/10
- Ease of Use - 9.6/109.6/10
- Ergonomics - 9.7/109.7/10
- Versatility - 8.0/108.0/10
- Weight - 8.4/108.4/10
Summary
The Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill is a perfect tool for a professional, who is looking for more features in a compact design. Since the power source is cordless electric, one does not need to worry about a constant electric supply.
Cordless hammer drill tools are becoming increasingly popular amongst the professionals. For one reason, they are dual purposed tools, for the other, they are faster and save both time and energy. Makita electric tool manufacturers produce high quality tools especially for professionals to provide the desired accuracy of the results.
The Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill Kit is perhaps the best one in the market. It has been especially designed for heavy duty jobs of longer duration. It has quite workable features, discussed as below.
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4 pole motor integrated for increased power
The Makita 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill drives all the operating power from a four-pole motor. It can drive a maximum of 560 in/lbs. of torque. The drill also has a Shift-lock drive system. This allows the user to easily and rapidly shift from the hammer drill mode to the driver mode. Moreover, for enhanced performance, the drill features a dual speed all metal transmission.
It can deliver 0-400 RPM in lower speeds, and 0-1700 RPM in high speed. These features make the tool perfectly suitable for various drilling tasks. The drill can easily work into tougher materials of wood, masonry and concrete as well.
Ergonomic design
The Makita BHP454 is a light weight tool. Despite housing a powerful, 4-pole motor, it weighs only 4.8 lbs. The overall design is compact and is crafted in such a way that it is easy for the user to grip the tool and exert better control. Since it is light in weight, it does not cause excess exertion or fatigue of arm, shoulders and wrists.
The drill is also invested with 2 LED lights. These enable the operator to work with accuracy in the areas where natural light is insufficient.
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Specs and Features
- Item Weight: 8 pounds
- Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 3.1 x 10 inches
- Origin: USA
- Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
- Color: Blue
- Power Source: Battery-Powered
- Voltage: 18 volts
- Wattage: 620 watts
- Included Components: case
- Battery Cell Type: Lithium Ion
- Warranty Description: 3-Year Warranty
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Pros
- 4-pole motor can deliver up to 560 in/lbs. of maximum torque
- Features 2 different speed settings for various applications
- Lightweight machine of only 5.3 lbs. for reduced fatigue
- Featured shift lock drive system to rapidly switch between modes
- Provision of 2 LED lights to allow working in darker spaces
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Cons
- Quite an expensive tool
- Battery charger might be problematic
Verdict
The Makita BHP454 18-Volt LXT 1/2-Inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Drill is a perfect tool for a professional, who is looking for more features in a compact design. Since the power source is cordless electric, one does not need to worry about a constant electric supply. The drill drives its power form Lithium ion batteries, which recharge quickly and have overall longer life.
The drill has been regarded as best-in-class engineered cordless hammer drill/driver. It is a standard of innovation and integration of newest technology into the traditional tools. It is a highly recommended product by the professionals.
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