What significance is the "hybrid" designation? Why is better than the Makita LXT239 18-Volt LXT?
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I can only assume that the "hybrid" designation is because one of the tools in the kit has brushes, the other is brushless. The fact that it is "hybrid" doesn't make this kit better. It's the fact that it includes better tools (heavier but more powerful hammer drill, more settings on the impact driver) that makes this kit better. Makita currently makes 3 flavors of LXPH0x hammer drills; 1, 3 and 5. This kit contains the LXPH03, the LXT239 contains the LXPH05. The differences are max torque (750 in-lbs. vs 400 in-lbs), max speed (2000 RPM vs. 1500 RPM, 30000BPM vs. 22500BPM), weight (including battery 5.1lbs vs 3.8lbs) and the LXPH03 is not brushless while the LPH05 is brushless. For comparison, the LXPH01 is not brushless and has a max torque of 480 in-lbs, is the same speed as the LXPH05 and weighs 4.0 lbs. Makita makes 4 flavors of LXDT0x impact drivers 1, 4, 6 and 8. This kit contains the LXDT01, the LXT239 contains the LXDT08. The primary difference between them is that the LXDT01 has 3 speed settings while the LXDT08 has only 1. This allows you to dial-down the max torque to make it easier to avoid stripping delicate parts. The other differences are negligible. The top speed of the LXDT01 is slightly higher (2600RPM vs 2500RPM, 3400 IPM vs. 3200 IPM) and the top torque is slightly higher (1460 in-lbs vs 1420 in-lbs). The LXDT01 is also slightly lighter (3.3lbs vs 3.4lbs). For comparison, the LXDT04 is very similar to the LXDT08 except it isn't brushless, and the LXDT06 is very similar to the LXDT01 except it has a slightly higher max torque and speed. By the way motor brushes are, in-theory, a wear item in an electric motor, so a brushless motor would seem better. In reality, you most likely will never have to replace the brushes on your drill and even if you do need to replace them it's usually very simple to do.
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I am not 100% sure about the hybrid difference but I use these everyday all day they have replaced all my Dewalt and so far have out peformed them as well.
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In this combo the three speed impact driver hasa brushless motor while the hammer drill has a ttraditional electric motor thus a hybrid combination. The lxt239 come with the brushless hammer drill and the brushless impact driver without variable speed settings.I believe that the lxt238×1 is the only combo u can get the 3 speed impact driver in
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It has three speed/ torque settings which is nice when you want to use your impact driver for everything, not just driving large fasteners.its also brushless with a longer run time
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I am not sure what exactly is new but I love this unit. I received it a month ago. I had a dewalt set before. Was 18 volts but not lithium ion. I really liked it and wore it out. These units are lighter and have more torque. Clearly more. Charges in short time. I am very pleased.
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We have a Makita LXT reciprocating saw . We use a Makita 18v 3.0Ah Makita LI Ion battery.Have had no problems, takes about 30mins to charge.
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Aloha Bokubob, I cannot answer your question as to which one is better. I own the Makita and I am very happy I made that choice. Just take a look at the two side by side and you will see the difference, there's no comparison there Bokubob, it's apples and oranges. you get what you pay for. the Makita has it hands down, every time. Take a look at the attachments they're just that much better made, the Makita has it my choice and it is wonderful to work with, Go Makita it won't let you down. God speed Brother.
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Absolutely! It is genuine Makita & works well. The "complexity" is that it is also a battery conditioner & apparently handles various configurations for their 18v batteries. FH
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I really don't know. My kit didn't include the advertised drills: the 18V LXT 1/2" Hammer Driver-Drill (BHP454) is actually an LXPH03, and the 18V LXT Impact Driver (BTD141) is in fact an LXDT04. But, I'm more than happy with what I received, by the way. Another user said that the advertised combination was being phased out, and that Amazon held stocks of both the old and the new combination. Sorry I can't help more. jjj
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The 20V Dewalt batteries are physically different than the 18V. They are not interchangeable. One thing to note, the 20V designation has been made mostly for marketing because when fully charged a 18V battery actually measures aprox 20volts anyway. So far I'm sticking with the 18v design because I can't see a reason to "upgrade".
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Sorry, was curious so checked out Makitas site. The Specs all seem the same, part breakdowns show different part numbers though. Only difference I saw was when you buy the kit one is a bag the other a hard plastic case.
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I charge my 1234 12volt, 2.6AH battery on a Makita DC1414T. I don't know if there is a difference in charger DC1414 and DC1414T, it may that the "T" stands for trickle charge since the book explaines that at trickle charge the battery can be left in the charger for ever...... Are you dthe Hansen from Slate Hill, NY?
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The following was copied from an answer to a similar question on the Home Depot website's page for the LXT218 kit:"AnswersWe are currently transitioning inventory from the old hammer drill BHP454 to the new LXPH03. Please check the "includes" copy on the back of the packaging of the LXT218. The LXDT04 is already included in the LXT218 kit.8 months ago MakitaTeam"
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Dewalt has 2 battery types for some of their 20volt Max system tools and label the differences with the letters C, L, D and M for the sets. The tool alone has a B designation. The regular Lithium Ion batteries are labeled C (1.5Ah) and L (3.0Ah). The XR batteries (33% more capacity) are D (2.0Ah) and L (4.0Ah). I own the DCF895C2 set and it is an outstanding tool. Also you need to consider the weight of the battery. The 1.5Ah and 2.0Ah weight 0.8 pound. The 3.0Ah and 4.0Ah weight about 1.4 pounds each. Take into consideration the fatigue factor with the heavier batteries. Dewalt now has a 5.0Ah battery at the same weight as the 3.0 and 4.0. You have a lot to consider with the 20 volt tool system. I am happy with each one I won.
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I've used both, it has more torque at the lower settings but is also heavier and gets hot faster.
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There is a significant difference. Run time seems more than double. There seems to be more power. I've drilled a series of 4" deep holes in masonry with a 5/8 in bit and through 3/8" steel with a 3/8" bit. The impact driver runs a large part of a day hanging drywall or steel studs. I have both the older brushed and brushless tools. I would buy more brushless tools as they become available. As I've only used the brushless tools for a year but would assume that fewer moving parts would last longer. About the only repair to an electric motor today is brush replacement.
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I know I'm late.DEWALT brushless motor delivers up to 57% more run time over brushed.XR Li-Ion batteries with fuel gauge provide 33% more capacity over standard packs
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I had an oportunity to use the 18V when I installed the railings on my father in laws staircase. I worked absolutely great but I had to keep switching batteries and kept one on the charger. He got it last Christmas. I told myself then the Dewalt was far superior to the two brands of portable drills I was using that I was going to get a Dewalt for myself. Honestly, when I ordered the 20V I assumed it was the same as my father in law had but his was the 18V. I would be happy with either but the 20V I have is smaller in size and lighter than the 18V that he has. Plus the 20V lithium batteries last a long long time before you have to recharge but then again replacement batteries are expensive. I just used the 20V to build my garage and so far I've only swithed batteries 5 times and that includes all the siding, drywall, wire routing. BTW I use the new star bit screws for everything they are far superior to phillips and I have given all my boxes of phillips screws away; along with my two "other brand" cordless drills.
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Very good Makita!,,but DOES NOT come with the "big" 18V. it needs...I think I paid 80 some dollars for the one it takes but the upside is it works in the 18V impact drill so it does well with the bigger battery. So I was sorry I had to get the right battery but it can switch tools so..
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I'm not sure.I can say i have used many brands of the corded version until they just wore out.This sander represents the quality and dependability one has grown to expect from Makita through the years.Its a little bulky with battery in place but easy to hold and sands quite well. I like the soft start motor and multiple settings.I keep multiple batteries charged at work and use it to clean up my work as i go.For production work in a shop i would use corded.