What does the star mean on Makita tools?
For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita created STAR Protection Computer Controls™. STAR Protection is communication technology that allows the tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating.
Where is Makita LXT made?
Since 1985 Makita has produced products here in the U.S.A. at a facility just outside of Atlanta in Buford, Georgia.
What is G Series Makita?
The G-series range from Makita is a different lithium-ion battery platform to the Makita LXT range of professional cordless power tools, and is powered exclusively by the G-Series battery and DC18WA charger. *G-Series batteries are not compatible with the Makita LXT range of cordless tools or chargers.
Is Makita now made in China?
Makita Corporation (株式会社マキタ, kabushiki gaisha Makita) (TYO: 6586) is a Japanese manufacturer of power tools. Founded on March 21, 1915, it is based in Anjō, Japan and operates factories in Brazil, China, Japan, Mexico, Romania, the United Kingdom, Germany, Dubai, Thailand and the United States.
Are Makita and Milwaukee the same company?
Siebert then came to buy the company from his friend, and he renamed it the Makita Electrical Tool Corporation. Milwaukee is an American-origin company. It currently prides itself on having a product line that has more than 500 tools as well as 3,500 accessories, mostly designed for professional use.
What is the Makita® collection?
The Makita ® Collection ranges from lawn mowers to string trimmers and from blowers to chain saws. With the variety of cordless power equipment and accessories at your fingertips, how will you rule the outdoors? *with 18V lithium-ion slide-style batteries
What kind of cordless cordless saw does Makita use?
Makita XT269T 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 2 Pc. Combo Kit, XPH12Z, XDT13Z, bag (5.0Ah) with XSS02Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 6-1/2″ Circular Saw
How much does a Makita cordless drill cost?
Factory Reconditioned Makita XSH01Z-R 18V X2 LXT Cordless Lithium-Ion 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw (Tool Only) $149.99 Factory Reconditioned Makita XDT13Z-R 18V LXT Cordless Lithium-Ion Brushless Impact Driver (Tool Only) $84.99 $199.99 Factory Reconditioned Makita FD05Z-R 12V MAX CXT Cordless Lithium-Ion 3/8 in. Drill Driver (Tool Only) $58.99
What is Makita LXT cordless power equipment?
Discover the world’s largest professional cordless outdoor power equipment system.* Makita ® LXT ® Cordless Outdoor Power Equipment is a complete system that will let you rule the outdoors. Get the job done with lawn mowers, string trimmers, blowers, chain saws, hedge trimmers, and other tools.