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| Makita expands cordless LXT Lithium-ion Series  Makita announced the release of its new 4-Pc. 18V LXT Lithium-ion Combo Kit, model LXT401. The new Makita 18V LXT Extreme Lithium-Ion Technology has more power, less weight and better engineering utilizing LXT Lithium-ion battery technology. Makita's 4-Pc. 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Combo Kit includes a 560 in.lbs. of maximum torque Hammer Driver-Drill, model BHP451; a lightweight with a built-in dust blower 6½" Circular Saw, model BSS610; a totally 'tool-less' Reciprocating Saw, model BJR181; a 4-position adjustable Flashlight, model BML185; an 45-minute Optimum Charging System charger; and 3.0Ah Lithium-ion batteries.Makita's new LXT Series has been designed specifically for Lithium-Ion technology with less weight in a more compact size. The 4-pole maximum torque motor delivers more efficient power in a compact size. Furthermore, energy is generated every 90º rather than 180º on the magnetic field and the motor is supported with two steel ball bearings for more durability. LXT is 40% less weight and more compact. The better fit ergonomic shape fits like a glove with even pressure while adding more control. The LXT series also come equipped with built-in high impact L.E.D. lights that operate independently from the tool to illuminate the work area. Makita LXT Lithium-Ion Batteries and Optimum Charging System produces 280% total lifetime work with 2x more battery cycles than professional Ni-Cd batteries. Makita's LXT Lithium-ion batteries provide the pro user with many benefits, such as, 1,400 battery life cycles, longer run time, weighs 40% less, 5x lower self-discharge to keep cells active and ready to use any time, a built-in memory chip to communicate with the Optimum Charger for more work, built-in shock absorbing features to protect the battery, sixteen firm holding contact terminals for constant high power, and work in conjunction with the Optimum Charger for maximum battery life. The new 45-minute Optimum Charger communicates with the LXT battery throughout the charge cycle using the built-in memory chip in the battery and the built-in CPU chip in the charger to recognize the history and battery condition to select the optimal charging method. The optimal charging method uses Active 3 Controls for current control, thermal control and voltage control. The charger also has a built-in fan to cool the battery to produce more lifetime work. Makita has better technology with a new smart Battery Diagnostic System that enables users to understand the battery condition to maximize battery life. This new system is ideal for large pro and industrial users with many batteries. This system is able to indicate how the battery was used and can optimally refresh each cell for more lifetime work, determine the battery life expectancy based on how many times the battery has been charged or gone through a cycle and can log each battery to keep a permanent record. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Construction News :: home page |