Makita BDF452HW 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Driver-Drill Kit
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Product Details
Manufacturer: MakitaModel: BDF452HW
Product features:
- Makita-built 4-pole motor delivers 450 in.lbs. of max torque, variable 2-speed all metal transmission (0-400 / 0-1, 500 RPM)
- Compact, ergonomic design, 8-inches long, weighs 3-1/2 pounds
- Built-in LED light illuminates the work area
- LXT lithium-ion battery, Energy Star 15-minute rapid optimum charger produces 430-percent total lifetime work, 2.5X more cycles
- 3-year warranty on tool, 1-year warranty on battery and charger
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Makita BDF452HW 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Driver-Drill Kit
Customer Review: good drill for light duty use
Summary: 2 Stars
Overall this drill is a big improvement in many ways over the 18v Milwaukee I have been using. It has equal torque but over a longer period of time with the better batteries (and no memory effect that has been a defect of the Milwaukee batteries along with them exploding - recall is in effect).
The chuck is not as easy to use as the Milwaukee and is more cheaply constructed from the feel of it. When doing a lot of drill or bit changes the Milwaukee is easier to use. If you do purchase this drill check it upon arrival and verify the condition of the chuck for run out. Easier to return it immediately for a better copy.
The LED light that automatically comes on when the drill is powered on and automatically shuts off is something that once used becomes a "must have" for any future drill I buy. It puts the light right where you need it and works much better than a headlight or hand held flashlight.
What surprised me is that although the drill handle has holes tapped to accept a bit holder and the Makita tool belt clip these items are not included with the drill but must be ordered separately. Why Makita does not add $1.00 to the dealer cost and have a $2.00 higher retail price but instead has buyers of this drill (these items are included with Makita's other lithium powered hand drills) have to search for Makita's store and buy these two items and pay for shipping for a total of $14, and Makita does not even provide part numbers or ordering information for the parts it left out of the box. To make matters worse Makita at its national parts center is out of stock of these parts and will not take an order for an item if it is not in stock. So the customer is expected to make repeated calls until the parts are in stock (no email notification system is in place either).
Makita has integrated LED lights but decided that a belt hook and a bit holder are items that few people will want and so has not only left them out of the kit, they have not made them available for order by customers.
The 1/2 size batteries save on weight but their is a much bigger performance penalty that I had suspected. I get much less than 50% of the power I get from full size batteries so not only can I make far fewer holes with the drill the largest hole size I can drill is much smaller. I have drained these 1/2 size batteries in minutes drilling a single hole in OSB. Recharge times are half as long but when you have to recharge them 3x as often it pretty much results in a losing proposition. Charge times for lithium-ion batteries is a bit of a muddy subject as brand X may charge faster but overheat the batteries and dramatically shorten their life in terms of the number of recharge cycles or charge capacity being reduced with each successive recharge. Makita even recommends in the user guide that when using the Makita full size lithium-ion batteries to recharge them and then let them cool down for 60 minutes in the Makita charger. The time from discharge to reusing a battery, if one follows the Makita recommendation, is actually 90 minutes and not 30.
For light duty use the Makita is not a bad choice and will provide years of service for drill small holes and driving small screws. For medium duty use a drill kit with full size batteries is a better buy than getting this kit and adding 3 Ah batteries later. For heavy duty use a 3-speed gearbox cordless drill like the DeWalt DCD940 or DCD970 will last longer and can work in situations where this Makita will understandably fail.
It also is important if boring large holes or deep holes to use the best available hole cutters. I can cut a 4-1/2" hole with a Blue Boar large gullet hole cutter using this drill but would not be able to cut a 2" hole with a bi-metal hole saw in the same material.
BLUE BOAR 4-1/2" (114mm) Self-Feed TCT 2-1/4" deep multipurpose Tungsten Carbide hole cutter outperforms self-feed bits & bi-metal hole saws. Cut wood, MDF, OSB, laminates, Hardie & chipboard, plaster, drywall, brick, Formica
This applies to drilling small holes in wood that are 1" diameter or less in size and the advantages to using Forstner bits or the new spade bit designs and not trying to use HSS twist bits that are meant to be used on metal.
The best part of the new lithium-ion drills for the homeowner and hobbyist is the very long time that the batteries will hold a charge. Handy to be able to grab a drill for a small project and not have to first re-charge the battery.
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Description of Makita BDF452HW 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Driver-Drill Kit
The Makita 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Driver-Drill delivers power and performance in a compact size. The compact driver-drill delivers 450 in.lbs. of Max Torque and 285 in.lbs. of PTI Torque, yet it weighs just 3.5 pounds. And the BDF452HW's 18V compact lithium-ion battery charges in only 15 minutes for less downtime.
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The BDF452HW features a Makita-built four-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 450 in.lbs. of Max Torque and 285 in.lbs. of PTI Torque in a compact size. The BDF452HW has a two-speed all-metal transmission that delivers 0-450 RPM in low speed and 0-1,500 RPM in high for a wide range of drilling and driving applications.
Ergonomic Design in a Compact Size
The BDF452HW weighs only 3.5 pounds with a more compact design at 8 inches long, and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove for reduced operator fatigue. The BDF452HW is also equipped with a built in L.E.D. light that illuminates the work area for more efficient work.
Versatile Design for a Range of Applications
The BDF452HW is perfect for a range of driving and drilling into wood and steel, and can be utilized in many different areas such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, electrical, remodeling, woodworking, and more. The combination of power and performance in a compact size makes the BDF452HW ideal for any pro contractor who requires a best-in-class engineered compact cordless driver-drill. The BDF452HW is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best in class engineering.
About Makita's 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool Series
As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V compact lithium-ion for cordless power in a more compact size. Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries and ENERGY STAR rated Optimum Charging System provide several benefits over old battery technology. When compared to traditional 18V Ni-Cd batteries, Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have 40% less weight, longer run time, and five-times lower self-discharge to keep cells active and ready to use at any time.
Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion battery delivers 2,000 cycles--2.5X more than Ni-Cd. In addition, built-in shock absorbing features help protect the battery, and 16 firm-holding contact terminals deliver constant high power. During the charging process, a built-in memory chip in the battery communicates with the Optimum Charger for a more efficient charge, extending the battery life. Makita's Optimum Charger is also faster: it will charge an 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery in just 30 minutes, and an 18V compact lithium-ion battery in only 15 minutes. Makita also offers a Rapid Automotive Charger for 18V LXT and 18V compact lithium-ion batteries that plugs into 12V DC sockets equipped in most automobiles and trucks for added mobility. Makita's growing line of LXT cordless tool solutions features a wide range of industrial-quality power tools, including driver-drills, impact drivers, impact wrenches, saws, grinders, screwguns, rotary hammers, and more. The LXT Series also offers a jobsite radio, rechargeable flashlights, and several different combo kits.
About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.
Warranty
Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-year warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details. (The owner?s manual included in the box incorrectly states that the tool has a 1-year warranty. Since the printing of the manual the warranty on the tool has been expanded to 3 years. The battery warranty is valid for 1 year.)
What's in the Box
Makita BDF452HW 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Driver-Drill, two 18V compact lithium-ion batteries, 15-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger, tool case.
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