Best website for Makita tools??

[mrsparky]

Hey everyone, im an apprentice looking for the best website for tools and battery tools, looking to get a makita sds soon so any help is massively appreciated!

 

[buzzlightyear]

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[telectrix]

battery sds or mains/110V?

if battery i'd look at hitatchi/hikoku.

 

[Mike Johnson]

What ever battery type make sure its Lithium Iron, Always found FFX to be the best value, at times have special offers on and undercut everyone for value: FFX | Home - https://www.ffx.co.uk/?gclid=CjwKCAjwxuuCBhATEiwAIIIz0Vu1jEfTnTtUG0Ho-_gR5vOXEhxL5eO-BvvGbxB-hEiEDY5-9ZTDJBoCdH8QAvD_BwE

 

[nicebutdim]

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if battery i'd look at hitatchi/hikoku.

OP is an apprentice - no mention of also being a millionaire ?

No matter what brand you choose, there isn't one best supplier and it's worth taking time to research as someone always has a better offer price on each tool. Most online suppliers will have free or a fixed nominal delivery charge, which means that there is little to gain in buying everything from one place.

If Makita is what you want, make sure to register everything online with Makita UK within 30 days of purchase as this will extend warranty to 3 years (excluding batteries, obviously).

 

[mrsparky]

What ever battery type make sure its Lithium Iron, Always found FFX to be the best value, at times have special offers on and undercut everyone for value: FFX | Home - https://www.ffx.co.uk/?gclid=CjwKCAjwxuuCBhATEiwAIIIz0Vu1jEfTnTtUG0Ho-_gR5vOXEhxL5eO-BvvGbxB-hEiEDY5-9ZTDJBoCdH8QAvD_BwE

thanks ill check it out

 

[mrsparky]

OP is an apprentice - no mention of also being a millionaire ?

No matter what brand you choose, there isn't one best supplier and it's worth taking time to research as someone always has a better offer price on each tool. Most online suppliers will have free or a fixed nominal delivery charge, which means that there is little to gain in buying everything from one place.

If Makita is what you want, make sure to register everything online with Makita UK within 30 days of purchase as this will extend warranty to 3 years (excluding batteries, obviously).

hi mate, haha not a millionaire yet, ill defo have a look around thanks for the advice.

 

[Mike Johnson]

The problem with a battery SDS they are heavy, especially if using them up a ladder, although they get rid of the cable they are an encumbrance in their weight and handling, think carefully before making a decision, perhaps even try one if you can.

 

[nicebutdim]

The problem with a battery SDS they are heavy, especially if using them up a ladder, although they get rid of the cable they are an encumbrance in their weight and handling, think carefully before making a decision, perhaps even try one if you can.

This is true, but plently of lightweight options are available - especially if big tools are supplemented with 10.8/12V tools.

 

[mrsparky]

The problem with a battery SDS they are heavy, especially if using them up a ladder, although they get rid of the cable they are an encumbrance in their weight and handling, think carefully before making a decision, perhaps even try one if you can.

I use them a lot at work but have never really had to use one at any height except on a pair of steps but it would just mean I wouldn't have to be borrowing the drill off of the electrician im working with

 

[nicebutdim]

In short, unless you want to start out with several versions of a tools that all do the same job, then middle of the road is probably the best option (something like Makita DHR242). While cordless tools are still generally heavier than their corded counterparts, the difference is not great and (for most jobs) the convenience far outweighs any additional weight.

If a little extra weight is a big problem, it's often easier to eat a few more weetabix than find a convenient source of power.

 

[i=p/u]

Model numbers is the 2nd trick to buying one, you want at least 5Ah battery and spare 5 aswell if you acting the machine with no plug top

 

[mrsparky]

In short, unless you want to start out with several versions of a tools that all do the same job, then middle of the road is probably the best option (something like Makita DHR242). While cordless tools are still generally heavier than their corded counterparts, the difference is not great and (for most jobs) the convenience far outweighs any additional weight.

If a little extra weight is a big problem, it's often easier to eat a few more weetabix than find a convenient source of power.

Brilliant mate I think thats the one I was looking at! haha

 

[mrsparky]

Model numbers is the 2nd trick to buying one, you want at least 5Ah battery and spare 5 aswell if you acting the machine with no plug top

Hi mate, ive already got 2 5ah batteries in my impact and combi but defo will get a third with the new drill!

 

[nicebutdim]

Hi mate, ive already got 2 5ah batteries in my impact and combi but defo will get a third with the new drill!

It's worth shopping around - sometimes great deals can be found on tool bodies and sometimes sets let you get batteries at a fraction of normal cost.

 

[telectrix]

up a ladder i use an Aldi lightweight SDS. 18V,good for plugging holes and a bit more on top. bonus is it was £50 and not too many tears if dropped from 20ft.

 

[Mike Johnson]

Link to FFX DHR 242Z Makita DHR242Z 18V SDS Plus Brushless Rotary Hammer Drill Bare Unit - https://www.ffx.co.uk/product/Get/Makita-Dhr242Z-0088381654326-18V-Sds-Plus-Brushless-Rotary-Hammer-Drill-Bare-Unit scroll down for batteries and chargers.

 

[Mike Johnson]

up a ladder i use an Aldi lightweight SDS. 18V,good for plugging holes and a bit more on top. bonus is it was £50 and not too many tears if dropped from 20ft.

Silly old buffer I don't go up ladders anymore and neither should you. ??

 

[telectrix]

Silly old buffer I don't go up ladders anymore and neither should you. ??

needs must when the devil drives.

 

[mrsparky]

It's worth shopping around - sometimes great deals can be found on tool bodies and sometimes sets let you get batteries at a fraction of normal cost.

good shout sometimes the batteries are just as expensive haha

 

[Mike Johnson]

So did you see post 17.

 

[telectrix]

cordless tools shouls allbe 12V then you can stick a 12V 7Ah alarm battery in your y fronts with a couple of croc clips ion a lead. ( lead to drill,not your wedding tackle).

 

[nicebutdim]

A lot of tool manufacturers sell battery poweredheated (and cooled) jackets. Maybe there's a market for powered Y fronts?

 

[mrsparky]

Link to FFX DHR 242Z Makita DHR242Z 18V SDS Plus Brushless Rotary Hammer Drill Bare Unit - https://www.ffx.co.uk/product/Get/Makita-Dhr242Z-0088381654326-18V-Sds-Plus-Brushless-Rotary-Hammer-Drill-Bare-Unit scroll down for batteries and chargers.

Quality, thanks mate

 

[telectrix]

A lot of tool manufacturers sell battery poweredheated (and cooled) jackets. Maybe there's a market for powered Y fronts?

mine are kinetically powered anyway.

 

[Lister1987]

PowerToolMate, I know it's good for Milwaukee but I'm sure they do DeWalt and Makita too

 

[GBDamo]

In short, unless you want to start out with several versions of a tools that all do the same job, then middle of the road is probably the best option (something like Makita DHR242). While cordless tools are still generally heavier than their corded counterparts, the difference is not great and (for most jobs) the convenience far outweighs any additional weight.

If a little extra weight is a big problem, it's often easier to eat a few more weetabix than find a convenient source of power.

Ive had the previous iteration of that drill for 5 years and it's been bulletproof.

Plenty of oomph for a sparky and light enough to drill a 6mm hole at arms length on top of a ladder.

Will manage a 25mm through Accy brick and with a little trigger discipline doesn't leave the wall looking like the surface of the moon.

Occasional breaking and chasing and on the odd occasion to core a 4" hole.

Highly recommend.

 

[i=p/u]

5 drills with me these days, dont buy 1 buy 5

 

[nicebutdim]

All this talk of batteries reminded me that I seemed to have misplaced a brand new pair of Makita batteries.

Couldn't find them in the house last week and checked business address a few days back, but no sign of them. Turns out they were right under my nose in the very first place I'd looked, but didn't spot them.

Moral of this story: look after your stuff and take care of it. All fun and games until someone loses a battery.

 

[Mike Johnson]

Please Please don't core with a standard SDS drill you will eventually end up with a broken wrist, please use a SDS drill with a clutch so when it jambs it does not turn your wrist over and break it, something like this: Marcrist DDM150-1S/110V UK 1900W Electric Diamond Core Drill