There are dozens of "kits" available from all the manufactures that have one quarter inch hex drive screwdriver bits in them. They work well in your screwdriver and fairly well in your cordless drill, but when you use them in your new cordless impact driver they don't last long. You regularly change them, but he next thing you know, the bits are stripping out the screws.The new impacting drivers have considerably more torque than cordless screwdrivers and drill/drivers so the current hex bits just don't work well.
To fix this DeWalt, Milwaukee, and Makita have come out with better driver bits. These new bits for your impact driver are stronger, harder and should last much longer than the tradtional screw driver bits. Of course they will work well in your drill/driver too!
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Milwaukee has introduced the "Milwaukee Shockwave," Dewalt the "Impact Ready" bits. Makita calls them "Impact Driver" Sets.
Craftsman is noticeably silent in this category, yet. Craftsman is testing a rugged new design and will introduce their own sometime this year. I would like to see Craftsman completely reorganize their nut driver bits, torx screwdriver bit sets, driver bits, impact screwdriver bits, and impact driver sets.
It will take some time for this category to shake out for terminology. There will be some confusion because there is a traditional category called impact driver bits. The category refers to a tool that you struck with a hammer to loosen stubborn screws and nut. Another traditional category called impact sockets is commonly referred to heavy duty sockets used with air impact tools.
You can find out more and shop for these new impact bits at the link below.
Special Price!!! Makita LXT211 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit
Oct 31, 2011 06:02:08
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Makita LXT211 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit Feature
- 2-speed 1/2-inch hammer driver-drill (0-400/0-1, 500 RPM) with 4-pole motor delivers 450 inch-pounds of max torque
- Variable-speed impact driver (0-2, 300 RPM) provides 1, 330 inch-pounds of max torque
- Tools feature built-in LED light to illuminate the work area and a rugged tool belt clip
- LXT lithium-ion battery and Energy Star-rated 30-minute charger produce 430 percent total lifetime work with 2.5 times more cycles
- Three-year warranty on tools and one-year warranty on batteries and charger
Makita LXT211 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit Overview
The Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit is built for the pro-user who requires Best in Class cordless tools for drilling, hammer drilling, driving and fastening. The LXT211 includes a versatile 1/2-inch hammer driver-drill, as well as a powerful impact driver that weighs just 3.3 pounds. Each tool is powered by Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery and the ENERGY STAR rated Makita Rapid Optimum Charger. | ||||
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Makita's LXT211 includes a versatile 1/2-inch hammer driver-drill (BHP452Z). The BHP452Z features a Makita-built four-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 450 in.lbs. of Max Torque in a compact size. The BHP452Z has a Shift-Lock drive system sleeve that quickly shifts from "hammer drill" to "driver" mode. The two-speed all-metal transmission delivers 0-400 RPM in low speed and 0-1,500 RPM in high, covering a wide range of drilling and driving applications. The BHP452Z has 0-6,000 Blows Per Minute (BPM) in low speed and 0-22,500 BPM in high speed for hammer drilling into masonry and concrete. The LXT211 also includes the Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Impact Driver (BTD141Z). The BTD141Z features a Makita-built four-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 1,330 in.lbs. of torque, 2,300 RPM, and 3,200 impacts per minute for a wide range of fastening tasks. Makita's proprietary hammer and anvil impact mechanism is manufactured using the best raw materials with the highest quality steel and unique heat hardening process for maximum fastening and driving power.
Ergonomic Design in a Compact Size
The BHP452Z weighs just 4.2 pounds (with the battery) with a more compact design at only 8-3/4 inches long and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove for reduced operator fatigue. The BHP452Z is also equipped with a built in L.E.D. light that illuminates the work area for more efficient work.
The BTD141Z weighs just 3.3 pounds (with battery) with a more compact design at 5-3/4 inches long and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove for reduced operator fatigue. The BTD141Z is equipped with a phosphorescent bumper ring for quick location in dark spaces, a built-in L.E.D. light to illuminate the work surface for more efficient work, and a "one-touch" chuck with one-handed quick release for simple bit insertion.
The LXT211 includes two 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries and a Rapid Optimum Charger for increased battery and charging power--and less downtime on the job site.
Built for a Variety of Applications
The LXT211 delivers a wide range of cordless solutions for drilling, hammer drilling, driving, and fastening. It's ideal for pro trades including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, remodeling, woodworking, and any pro contractor who requires a Best in Class engineered cordless combo kit. The LXT211 is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best in class engineering.
About Makita's 18V LXT 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.
What's in the Box
1/2-Inch Hammer Driver-Drill, Impact Driver, two 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries, 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger, and tool case.
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