Makita Cordless Drill BHP451 - 18V 1/2" LXT Lithium-Ion Hammer Drills Kit
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Makita Cordless Drill BHP451
18V 1/2" LXT Lithium-Ion Hammer Drills Kit
Specifications
Tech Specs: Chuck (metal): 1/2"
Capacity: Steel: 1/2" Wood: 2 9/16" Masonry: 5/8"
No-load RPM: Low: 0 - 300 Mid: 0 - 600 High: 0 -
1,700
Blows per minute: Low: 0 - 4,500 Mid: 0 - 9,000
High: 0 - 25,500
Torque: 560 in-lbs
Watt-hours: 54.0
Battery: 3.0 Ah Lithium-Ion
Length: 9 7/8"
Weight w/ battery: 4.9 lbs
In The Box
Makita BHP451 Hammer Drill / Driver
2 LXT Lithium-Ion 3.0 Ah batteries (194205-3)
45 minute optimum charger (DC18SC)
Screwdriver bits (784637-8)
Carrying case (824754-3)
Makita Cordless Drill BHP451 - 18V 1/2" LXT Lithium-Ion Hammer Drills Kit
Features
Makita built, 4-pole maximum torque motor delivers 560 in. lbs. of efficient torque in a compact size
Compact design at only 9-7/8" length and weighs only 4.9 lbs. for less operator fatigue
Ergonomic shape fits like a glove with even pressure and easy control
LXT Lithium-Ion provides longer run time, 5x lower self-discharge (for use any time) and 16 firm holding contact
terminals (for constant high power)
45-minute Optimum Charger and battery communicates throughout the charging process using the built-in chip in
the battery and built-in CPU chip in the charger. The Charger also uses "Active 3 Control" for current control,
thermal control & voltage control
45-minute Optimum Charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery to produce more lifetime work
Two built-in L.E.D. lights for more illuminated work
3-Speed design produces 25% faster working speed with more efficiency in a wider range of applications
Shift-LockTM drive system quickly shifts from "hammer drill" to "driver" mode with one touch
Two-piece armature and field along with externally accessible brushes for serviceability and longer motor life
3-year warranty on tool and 1-year warranty on battery
Amazon.com Review
We’ve come a long way from sweat and a screwdriver. A hundred years ago, builders would never have
envisioned a tool as powerful and efficient as this one. Heck, even 20 years ago. Science has ushered battery
technology along, and the LXT Lithium-Ion system that powers this impact driver has a ton of advantages over
standard NiMH or NiCad batteries. The Lithium-Ion technology means 1,400 battery life cycles, longer run time,
lighter weight, a great reduction in the self-discharge rate and built-in shock-absorbing features to protect your
battery.
But perhaps the coolest innovation is what Makita calls its 45-minute Optimum Charger. It actually talks to the
batteries it charges throughout the cycle, using a built-in memory chip in the battery and, believe it or not, a CPU
chip in the charger itself, which analyzes the data stored in the battery chip to decide on the best charging method
at that time.
The hammer drill/ driver itself is fairly compact and lightweight, yet it’s packing a powerful 560 in./lbs. of torque. It’s
got a super speed range of 0 to 300 rpm in low gear, 0 to 600 in mid-range and 0 to 1,700 rpm in top gear. But look
at the numbers in hammer mode: up to 4,500 blows per minute in low gear, to 9,000 in mid-range and an astounding
0 to 25,500 in third gear. Wow. Sometimes, you may encounter a little resistance if you’re switching directly from
low gear to high; if that happens, running the tool in mid-gear for a couple seconds completely alleviates any snag.
Switching from drill to drive mode is done with a simple push of the Shift-Lock™ switch.
We really like the integrated worklight, too: It illuminates as soon as you pull the trigger, and it stays on for 10
seconds or so after you release the trigger, too – a handy little feature.
Makita’s always made ergonomically positive tools that feel good in your hand and take the strain off your body,
and this one’s no exception. The slightly curved grip is so comfortable, and the auxiliary handle gives you a super-
secure hold on this powerful tool. It’s an absolute pleasure to use and would be a great choice for a contractor,
woodworker or exacting DIY-er. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste
What’s in the Box
Driver/drill, two LXT Lithium-Ion 3.0Ah batteries, 45-minute optimum charger, screwdriver bits, tool case
Product Description
18V, Lithium-Ion Cordless Hammer Driver Drill Kit, All Metal 2 Speed Transmission, 1/2" Metal Single Sleeve
Ratcheting Chuck, 2 Built In LED Lights, Makita Built 4 Pole Motor Design, Compact Design, 9-3/8" Long & Weighs
Only 4.8 LB, Shift Lock Drive System.
