Makita DTD171Z 18V Li-ion LXT Brushless Impact Driver - Batteries and Charger Not Included

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Size, weight and ergonomics: Makita impact tools are generally compact and lightweight. But, they are available with various dimensions and heft. Slim options will be thin, which will not put much pressure on your wrists. So, choose a model that you can easily control and use. It will be better if the impact device has a soft and ergonomic grip for added convenience. The Makita 18V Li-ion Cordless Impact Driver, DTD171, offers users four speed settings, as well as 4 specifically designed fastening modes for optimum control. The impact drivers electronic controls find the best balance of speed and torque for each application for more efficient fastening. The 4-speed power selection switch provides the user with precise fastening control for a range of applications, from cabinet screws to lag bolts. Their HQ is in Japan. Their Telford manufacturing plant is the only full-production facility for power tools in the UK and has been successfully running construction on many of our top line cordless power tools since 1991.

It features an electronic brake, a conveniently located push-button for forward and reverse and an LED job light with pre glow for use in low visibility applications. Electric Brake: The 18v brushless driver has an electronic brake control, so the motor will stop and cut out as soon as the trigger is released. This allows the power tool user to have complete control when on the job.This will depend on what you plan to use it for. Power and size wise, you will not really notice the difference between the two. However, when it come to precision and control, The DTD171 is the best Makita impact driver for this. The DTD171 gives you more pre-set power options, as well as 4 assist mods for different types of jobs. Makita started the cordless power tools production in the 1970s, but Dewalt was nowhere around it until 1990s. But once the brand got involved, it blew almost all the competitors out of the ground. Overall, we cannot declare a winner among any of them in terms of performance.

Its electronically controlled 18V Li-ion battery is optimized to provide 50 per cent high runtime. The device is integrated with Battery Protection Circuit that keeps the cells safe in case of over-discharge, voltage spikes and high temperature.The Makita DTD171 is slightly small at 116mm compared to the DTD154’s 117mm in length. The high of the impact driver will depend on the battery you use. Adjustable Speed Settings and Modes The A-Mode is designed to eliminate screw cam-out and cross threading caused by high speed rotation before the screw bites in the material.