Makita DTD171Z 18V Li-ion LXT Brushless Impact Driver - Batteries and Charger Not Included

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It features an electronic brake, a conveniently located push-button for forward and reverse and an LED job light with pre glow for use in low visibility applications. There is a push button to change the movement from forward to reverse and vice versa. For enhanced safety and convenience, the device has electric brakes as well as LED lights on its front. Moreover, it’s built with an ergonomic grip that gives you comfortable handling and minimum wrist stress. Battery Protection Circuit keeps the cell safe, so none of the high voltage, extra temperature or over-discharge can harm it. As it uses lithium-ion technology, the device gets fade-free power. Electronic 4-stage impact power selection providing a no-load speed of 3600rpm providing up to 3800ipm, the percussive action saving time and effort, driving screws up to 30% faster than a conventional drill/driver, no pilot hole is needed even into hardwood.

This one comes from the Makita G-Series and only works on lithium-ion battery platform. If you are a DIY person, then the device will meet or exceed your expectations. You must be thinking; How is that possible with an impact device available at such an affordable price? The DTD172 is a brushless impact driver powered by an 18v LXT Li-Ion battery. Key features include a LED job light with pre-glow & after glow function. At the heart of this tool is the brushless motor that allows you to use the impact driver efficiently. As part of the design, the tool utilizes every bit of battery power when you need, all while reducing the need for ongoing maintenance by reducing the amount of heat generated and working more efficiently. Makita believe that for a good tool you need a good motor, and Makita makes every effort to make sure their motors are of the best quality. They use premium grade steel to produce armature shafts and gears, and only steel of the highest grade is used. Let us tell you that the TD127DZ delivers up to 3, 000 impacts per second, and its engine has a maximum speed of 2, 300 RPM. With 140 Nm, you can use it for a wide range of fastening tasks for precise results.Makita is based in Anjo, Japan and yes they have a factory based in the United States, United Kingdom, Mexico and many other countries. Summary – Which Makita impact driver should I buy? The A-Mode is designed to eliminate screw cam-out and cross threading caused by high speed rotation before the screw bites in the material. The Makita DTD171 come with twin bright job lights on either side (left & right) of the impact driver for better illumination in dark spaces. The DTD154 has a single job light which is located above the trigger. Body size Accessories: Some of the Makita impact drivers are sold as body only product wherein there is no battery or charger. For example, Makita DTD152Z. On the other hand, some of the models include the cell as well as a charger, like the Makita TD111DSAJ. Choose according to the available resources. If you have a battery or charger that’s compatible with the selected model, you do not have invest in a new one. Frequently Asked Questions

Power Selection: The cordless impact driver has electronic 4-stage impact power selections to choose from. This allows you to have complete control of the tool thanks to the variety of power levels, allowing you to adjust the power depending on the task at hand. Both Makita impact drives have the same impacts per minute at 3,800 and no load speed at 3,600. It’s quite disappointing that Makita did not increase these in the DTD171, however, 3,800 IPM and 3,600 RPM is still very good. Brushless Motor The Makita DTD171 is slightly small at 116mm compared to the DTD154’s 117mm in length. The high of the impact driver will depend on the battery you use. Adjustable Speed Settings and Modes If your job involves driving screws into concrete or hardwood, then the Makita DTD152Z can be your best alley. You might also want to consider a few other options we have mentioned as runner ups.

Brushless motor: The brushless design on this impact driver’s motor means that it continuously offers frictionless performance with little to no maintenance. This saw’s motor has a smaller number of moving parts, giving it the advantage of a more compact design. TD111DSAJ is a boss tool to work with M5 to M14 standard bolts, M5 to M12 high tensile bolts, M4 to M8 machine screw, and coarse threaded screws 22 to 90mm. It has three impact modes: low, high and the latest A (Impact) mode. The advanced A method prevents any screws cross threading and cam-out by reducing the drive speed once the tightening starts. The 18v impact driver comes with a pair of super bright LED lights that does a great job by widely spraying the shine. It’s also integrated with Xtreme Protection Technology (XPT), which promotes dust and drip-proof performance. Due to its blessings, DTD152Z is least concerned about the dirt while at work. Our top recommendation is a brushed impact driver available at half the price of other Makita brushed tools. The primary factor to its fame is its torque of 165Nm, which makes DTD152Z a top contender; especially looking at its price. To tell you in a better way, wheel lug nuts of an average-sized sedan needs 110Nm to fasten.

The Makita vs Dewalt rivalry is ancient and is justified. On the one hand, you have Japanese Innovation and then on the other Dewalt gives you the US-bred industry-leading tools. Off course, Dewalt is more American, but Makita has been the leader in Innovation from decades. This will depend on what you plan to use it for. Power and size wise, you will not really notice the difference between the two. However, when it come to precision and control, The DTD171 is the best Makita impact driver for this. The DTD171 gives you more pre-set power options, as well as 4 assist mods for different types of jobs.Part of Makita CXT series, TD111DSAJ uses a brushless motor that eliminates carbon brushing. It’s the reason why the impact device runs efficiently for a long time without overheating. It uses this saved energy to provide the given RPM, speed and torque to match the demand of materials as well as working conditions. The new top-of-the-range Makita DTD171 impact driver has a compact overall body length of just 117mm and weighs only 1.5kg.

Easily identified by its grey and blue colour, the device works well with standard screws measuring M4 to M8, M5 to M14 standard bolt, M5 to M12 high tensile bolt, and coarse thread of 22 to 125mm. Its 18V power offers 1.3 Amp of battery power and a runtime up to 60 minutes, only if you use the G-Series DC18WA charger (separately available). Soft start adds to the ease of use while trigger controlled variable speed gives you complete authority over the material. LED lights are also in its front with pre-glow and after-glow functions. Electric Brake: The 18v brushless driver has an electronic brake control, so the motor will stop and cut out as soon as the trigger is released. This allows the power tool user to have complete control when on the job. Makita TD127DZ adds to its value by offering variable speed control via a trigger for better controlling on the specific material or other conditions. To be more helpful, it has LED lights with pre-glow function. This light illuminates the area very well and allows you to work in the dark reigns. Here comes the most exciting part. The impact device includes two 2.0 Ah Li-ion batteries, charger and case. The included BL1020B 10.8V battery has a slide fit style. It has 4 stage fuel gauge that keeps you informed about the charge left.Makita DTD154 is one of Makita’s best selling impact drivers in the UK, and now, it has been replaced by the Makita DTD171. If you are looking to replace your impact driver and wondering if it is worth spending extra on DTD171, we will compare them side by side to see the differences. Torque