Tools featuring brushless motors offer reduced fatigue for users too
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ordless tools have become the product of choice for many customers and for a range of applications due to the benefits they offer. Cordless tools allow users to work safer, quicker and more flexibly. By removing the need to carry transformers or locate a power source and get that power to the work area, cordless reduces the amount of set up time. Also, if not managed correctly, the cables can become a trip hazard so this risk is eliminated with battery powered tools along with the time required to plan and manage the safe placement of the cables. There was traditionally a trade‐off with cordless tools as they were generally less powerful than petrol or corded alter‐ natives. However, advances in battery and motor technology in recent years has meant that these tools now offer compa‐ rable power and performance, with a growing number being suitable for high‐demand applications. One of the key innovations has been brushless motors. Due to their design, brushless motors do not create friction, limit‐ ing wear and tear and reducing the energy wasted through heat production. As a result, they have greater efficiency and produce more torque per weight. This means that less power is required to achieve the same result and extends run times by up to 50% on each battery charge. Brushless motors also have reduced maintenance requirements, saving time and on‐ going expenditure.
All Makita cordless power tools are driven by one of three battery platforms
Tools that feature brushless motors can also be lighter and more compact compared with their brushed motor equivalents. This can make a significant difference to those operating the machines as they will be more comfortable to use and muscle fatigue will be reduced. Another factor that is worth advising customers on when they are investing in new tools is the battery platform. Choosing a brand that has a wide range of tools that use the same batteries can be a significant advantage. It improves the user’s productivity as it is easy to swap batteries between various tools as required. It also simplifies the equipment needed on site as one type of battery and charger can be used. It also makes buying new tools simpler with customers invested into one family system of tools. For example, all Makita cordless power tools are driven by one of three battery platforms: the 12VMax CXT, 18V LXT or 40VMax XGT. The LXT batteries can be used on more than 270 different products, including the Twin 18V machines that use any two LXT batteries to produce 36V power, representing huge sales poten‐ tial for distributors. For distributors, understanding the benefits of the latest cord‐ less tools is important. By helping customers to choose the right products on a versatile battery platform can help them work more efficiently and use their capital more effectively. To find out more about the Makita range of cordless tools visit www.makitauk.com
// Brushless motors have been one of the key innovations, limiting wear and tear while reducing wasted energy through friction. //
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