It’s easy to understand why Makita’s 18V lineup is so popular among tradies and craftsmen. 18V technology is the backbone of their innovative LXT® tool program which now includes more than 325 tools and devices that are all compatible with their pioneering 18V and 36V lithium-ion powered applications.
From high-powered cordless cutting and finishing tools to long-lasting work area lights and climate-controlled wearables, the LXT system delivers 40V muscle with 12V convenience. Intelligent charging, however, is what separates Makita’s patented 18V system from the rest of the cordless competition; and it’s their ability to produce optimized battery power and runtimes that give LXT-compatible tools the advantage wherever they’re used.
Makita Batteries, Chargers, and the LXT System Bring Consistent Power to Your Workspace
Let’s be honest: with power at the heart of cordless tool efficiency, the key to building better tools rests on developing ways to deliver power more consistently. That, however, is precisely what Makita chargers, batteries, and power sources are designed to do: to consistently provide higher outputs and faster charging times than any other cordless system on the market. With the ability to provide up to 35% longer run times per charge than any of their contemporaries, Makita’s microprocessor-managed charging systems, built around their unique slide-style battery, give you greater control over your tools’ working processes across all of their 18V LXT configurations, including:
· LXT Premium. Introduced in 2005 as the world’s first 18V lithium-ion tool system, Premium Makita battery and charger combinations are the veritable standard that all other integrated cordless systems are now measured against.
· LXT Sub-compact. For jobs where space and maneuverability may be limited, Makita’s sub-compact family of tools deliver premium-grade power, while allowing you to take advantage of their lightweight, smaller size, and optimal ergonomics.
· LXT x2. These heavy-duty tool systems are designed expressly for the upper-performance ranges and use two 18V batteries to produce 36V of continuous cordless power at high speeds for the toughest jobs.
Regardless of whether you’re a professional or a hobbyist, you expect rugged reliability, especially if you’re working in hot conditions. That’s precisely what you get with the LXT’s 18V system, though; and its reliability starts at the powering options. That’s why with Makita batteries, Australia can be confident that it has the most consistently powered tools available, for one of the most rigorous working environments on the planet.
Intelligent 18V Batteries That are Built for the Toughest Working Environments
It takes a purpose-built power system to support the LXT’s extensive cordless assortment, and high-density 18V Makita batteries are the nucleus of that system. These high-capacity foam-cell batteries utilize 5 and 10-cell construction, are available in 2.0 – 6.0Ah (amp-hour) outputs, and host a core of stout performance features that include:
· Impact, and shock-resistant inner and outer casings;
· 16 terminal, shock-resistant contacts;
· Built-in cooling vents that restrict debris;
· Large release buttons for easy removal; and,
· Integrated LED battery charge level indicators.
Heat is arguably the most detrimental factor for any lithium-ion battery’s lifespan and performance, and the STAR Protection Computer Controls™ technology that’s built into every Makita battery uses built-in, microprocessor-activated fans to help direct air through the battery’s casing whenever additional cooling is required. This technology is also responsible for ensuring that the battery’s current and voltage are always at their most consistent levels, no matter if it’s actively in use or in the process of being charged.
Makita’s Smart Chargers are the Key to Optimized 18V Recharging
Make no mistake: a battery that’s as intelligent as Makita’s 18V powerhouse requires a charger that’s just as smart and groundbreaking. While traditional cordless chargers lack the ability to maximize or monitor their charging efforts, CPU-equipped Makita chargers for sale are designed specifically to handle this crucial part of the LXT’s improved performance profile.
These fast-charging, single and dual port chargers are engineered to optimize the way LXT’s 18V cells are recharged, and they boast the most impressive max charging times /per Ah of any cordless tool system currently in production.
· With 2.0Ah batteries, a max charging time of 25 minutes;
· With 3.0Ah batteries, a max charging time of 30 minutes;
· With 4.0Ah batteries, a max charging time of 40 minutes;
· With 5.0Ah batteries, a max charging time of 45 minutes; and,
· With 6.0Ah batteries, a max charging time of 55 minutes.
With heat being as big an inhibitor to effective charging as it is to regular operation, 18V Makita charger CPUs are programmed to communicate with the battery’s microprocessor to ensure that current, voltage, and especially charging temperatures are always kept within their optimal range. And anytime a rise in the battery’s temperature is detected while charging, the charger’s cooling fan is activated to both moderate temperatures and to ensure that the charging time is reduced.
You can even use your Makita charger as a 1.5A USB charging station for smartphones, tablets, and other handheld devices. They’re the ideal power source for safe, optimized charging for all your residential and commercial devices.
The Final Word
At the end of the day, Makita’s 18V LXT lithium-ion technology combines fast charging and high output levels in ways that other cordless brands simply can’t match. With over 325 tools and devices on its roster, compatibility may be the LXT’s most distinctive quality, but it’s the system’s commitment to consistently protecting batteries from overloading, overheating, and even over-discharging that gives it the advantage.
The LXT system, backed by intelligent Makita chargers, batteries, and power sources, gives you the consistency to take on the toughest tasks with full confidence that your tools are up to the job. You’ll be amazed at how much more you can accomplish when your charging system is able to keep up with you.
