Makita Impact GOLD Bits Review
The Makita Impact GOLD bits include bit holders, nut setters, socket adapters, and more. We even checked out their handy case. […]
Milwaukee & Makita Cordless Rotary Hammer Vacuums
Currently, we’re aware of exactly two cordless HEPA rotary hammer vacuum systems on the market. One is the Milwaukee M12 […]
Makita forms Partnership with Sharp Electronics for Power Tools
If you thought our article on Milwaukee Tool’s saw blade facility expansion was exciting, Sharp Electronics (yes, the company that […]
Makita Xtract Vac Dust Extractor Vacuum Preview
The latest job site vacuums are starting to incorporate a new feature we really like: automatic filter cleaning. The Makita […]
Makita Xtract Vac VC4710 Vacuum Preview
Makita just put out a new wet/dry vacuum it is dubbing the “Xtract Vac Jobsite Vacuum” (model VC4710). This 12 […]
Makita HRH01ZX2 18V X2 1-inch Rotary Hammer Preview
In a sense, the system reminds us of the battery belt pack we reviewed some time ago. The idea is […]
Makita 18V LXT Cordless Fan BCF201Z Preview
There are a lot of reasons why a cordless fan might be a good idea. Even though it’s winter, we’re […]
Makita LXRM03B 18V Cordless Job Site Radio Preview
Those who know the Makita BMR100W radio won’t find too much new with the LXRM03B radio aside from the new […]
Makita LXDT08 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver Review
I was challenged by a recent project that involved re-roofing a jewelry store. Now, I can’t say specifically what was […]
Makita LXPH03 18V Cordless 1/2″ Hammer Drill-Driver Preview
Makita formally announced its newest 18V hammer drill this week, the LXT-powered LXPH03 1/2″ Hammer Driver-Drill. The new LXPH03 puts out 750 in.lbs. of (max) torque, but it’s more compact and lightweight than the previous model. The new LXPH03 is also engineered for increased resistance to water and dust, though we don’t see an IP certification on the tool as of yet. On this new hammer drill, Makita used a proprietary 4-pole motor to up the torque and speed. The new driver/drill puts out up to 30,000 BPM and 2,000 RPM. The new all-metal planetary gear system is more efficient so the LXPH03 ends up being more compact as well. In fact, it measures just 8-7/8†long and weighs 5.1 lbs. with the battery.