Bare-Tool Makita BTD141Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Impact Driver
March 2, 2010 · Posted in Cordless, Power Tools
- Makita-built 4-pole variable speed motor delivers 1,330 in.lbs. of Max Torque, with 2,300 RPM and 3,200 IPM
- Compact, ergonomic design at only 5-3/4 inches long; weighs just 3.4 lbs.
- Features such as a one-touch 1/4-inch hex chuck for easy bit insertion, a built-in L.E.D. light illuminates the work area, and a rugged tool belt clip
- Makita LXT Lithium-Ion battery and Energy Star rated 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycles
- 3-year warranty on tool
Product Description
Slide one of these batteries onto the supremely designed impact driver and youll be amazed at what you can do. Despite its size (for the record, its 5-3/4 inches long and weighs barely 3 pounds), this driver kicks out an unbelievable 1,280 in./lbs. of efficient torque, a no-load speed of 2,300 rpm and 3,200 blows per minute, putting it way out in front of the pack. We really like the integrated worklight, too. It illuminates as soon as you pull the trigger, and it s… More >>
Bare-Tool Makita BTD141Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Impact Driver
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Great tool. I had to get a second because my wife kept “borrowing” the tool!
Rating: 5 / 5
I work construction and the company I build houses for uses steel studs. We use impact drivers like regular carpenters would use a hammer. This tool takes the punishment of all day use in a tough environment of heat moisture and of course dust. I buy Makita because its light yet durable. The Dewalt impact is heavier and does seem to have more torque and power but not much. I like the Lithium batteries over the old NiCads because of the need to grab a half charged battery from the charger. This would be a death blow to a NiCads life span. Finally old Dewalt is making their impacts with Lithium Batteries but more expensive. I will stick with Makita.
Rating: 5 / 5
This tool is so small and light at first I thought I had purchased a toy, but when it comes to torque it delivers!! I use it for fastening screws into metal roofing and metal studs, but it is so compact I find it easy enough to just carry it along in my pouch. Plus the hook that comes along with the driver REALLY comes in handy when you have to just let it hang somewhere.
Rating: 5 / 5
i have owned this for over a year now and there isn’t a day that I don’t use it many times. I rarely ever use a real drill/driver unless I am predrilling with a bit. This impact is light and very powerful. It’ll drive 6″ long ledger lock bolts/screws in with no problems and the battery life is amazing.
My only gripe is tha the rubber accent pieces attached to the body have come loose and i had to remove them because it was annoying. Also, the part near the chuck that glows in the dark, and the silver part right behind it, they slide off the tool because they are only held on by plastic clips. i wish they had made it out of lightweight metal like the dewalt one is. I like the two powerful LED lights and they really do help out. especially in cabinets when you have no light in there to hang the cabinet. i never thought the lights would be helpful but they really are. I’m about to buy my second one of these just because we need two or more at times. I’m just torn whether to buy another one and have the parts falling off it. it still works just not sure why they make those rubber pieces and other parts just snap on. so when you hold the body with your other hand to guide it, they tend to slide off over time. i’m sure i’m not the only one who has had these parts slide off.
with all that aside, it’s still a great tool and my favorite in the whole truck.
Rating: 4 / 5
I have been using impact drivers professionally since they were introduced many years ago (they were 9.6 volt, nicad). I rarely use them for drilling but for fastening, it is the tool of choice. This is my 3rd Makita, from the 9.6 to the 12 and now the 18 volt and I have never worn one out completely. Batteries, yes, many. Nicads didn’t last all that long in number of cycles, NiMH were much better and now L-Ion which are a vast improvement. Now for this tool. Makita also makes this in a 3 speed model with brushless motor for considerably more money. Since this is not the only tool I own I have to consider cost. The 3 speeds of the other tool are unnecessary; I have absolute control of the tool thru the variable speed trigger. As far as the brushless motor with more fasteners per charge and extended motor life, yes it would be nice if cost were not a big factor but I have never worn out the tool or replaced brushes in the other Makita’s. The other tool on the market that I have experience with is the Panasonic, which is at least equal to the Makita. And Panasonic has their own battery technology (they achieve the same performance using only 14.4 volts) They have the selectable 3 speed and brushless motor but are substantially more expensive. So, for less money I don’t feel that I have lost. The Makita name has served me well.
Rating: 5 / 5