TOOLS
MAKITA ADDS TO NEW XGT 40V RANGE
WITH NEW DRILLS AND DRIVERS
Makita UK has introduced its new XGT range of cordless
high-performance 40V Max tools, with the addition of two
models of rotary hammer, a new combi-drill and an impact
driver – ideal for heavy duty applications where cordless
may not have previously coped. All four new products
benefit from Makita’s advanced brushless motor technology.
The HR003G and HR004G 40V Max Brushless Rotary
Hammers offer outstanding performance with speeds up
to 980 revolutions per minute (rpm) and up to 5,000 blows
per minute (bpm) of hammer action. They feature a variable
speed trigger and three function options - rotary hammer,
rotary only and hammer only – making them versatile and
easy to adjust to each task. The HR004G is also equipped
with a Quick Change Chuck to make switching between drill
bits fast and simple.
Both machines include Makita’s Anti-Vibration Technology
(AVT) for improved operator comfort and safety. When
hammer drilling into concrete the HR003G and HR004G
have vibration levels of just 7.0m/s2 and 6.5m/s2 respectively
for increased safe trigger times. To protect users from
dust inhalation during operation, the rotary hammers are
compatible with the DX12 (HR003G) and DX14 (HR004G)
dust boxes.
Also added to the Makita range, is the powerful TD001G
Brushless Impact Driver. It delivers up to 220 newton-metres
(Nm) of torque with the choice of four power modes (Max,
Hi, Mid and Lo), selected using a simple one touch control,
in addition to six assist modes. In the highest power mode, it
has a maximum speed of 3,700 rpm and delivers up to 4,400
impacts per minute.
Kevin Brannigan, Marketing Manager at Makita UK
commented: “Our XGT platform offers solutions for high
demand applications where corded electric tools have
traditionally been required and the new rotary hammers,
combi drill and impact driver all provide the highest levels of
performance, ease of use and operator comfort and safety.”
To find out more about the new additions and the rest
of the Makita XGT range visit www.makitauk.com.
The highly versatile HP001G Combi Drill is compact and easy
to handle. It has a variable speed trigger and two mechanical
gears with a broad range of clutch settings – 41 in gear one
and 21 in gear two. This makes it easy to finely adjust the
output for the task at hand. The HP001G has a capacity of
20mm in steel and masonry and 76mm in wood. In high
gear it has a speed of 2,600 rpm and delivers up to 39,000
blows per minute when in impact drilling mode. To ensure
the safety of the user the machine features Makita’s Active
Feedback Sensing Technology (AFT) that turns off the motor
if the rotation speed suddenly slows. This protects the user
from injury if the drill bit jams in the material.
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