Milwaukee 49-24-0280 V28 28-Volt Lithium-Ion Job Site Radio

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The Milwaukee 49-24-0280 V28 28-volt lithium-ion job site radio has rugged plastic construction, a steel handle, a blow-resistant base, and weather-proof speakers. Features include an fm radio, digital clock, NOAA weather radio, auxiliary port for CD player, 12-volt power port. It operates on 18-volt or 28-volt lithium-ion or 12- to 18-volt NI-cad batteries, or standard 110-volt outlet. A storage bag is also included, and 10-foot cord. It weighs 22 pounds and comes with a 1-year warranty.
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- Rugged plastic construction, steel handled, blow-resistant base, and weather-proof speakers
- FM radio, digital clock, NOAA weather radio, auxiliary port for CD player, 12-volt power port
- Operates on 18-volt or 28-volt lithium-ion or 12- to 18-volt Ni-Cad batteries, or standard 110-volt outlet.
- Includes radio, storage bag, and 10-foot cord
- 22 pounds; 1-year warranty
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 "Great Radio ! Expensive Batteries !!!!!" 2010-06-24
By J. Marsh (Michigan)
Love the Radio, The sound is Great. The Presets are Great. The Weather band is Not so Great. So far, I have not

been able to get anything on the weather band at all .......

Unless you all ready have Milwaukee tools using these batteries ( I Don't ) forget using batteries.

The Batteries and chargers are too expensive ! But it's a great 115 volt plug in radio.

 "One great radio" 2010-04-30
By Timothy Okey (Colorado Springs, Colorado United States)
Item arrived on date expected. Plays well and is one stout radio. Has excellent reception and sounds wonderful. Twenty pounds and large. I expect many years of pleasure from it. Thanks Milwaukee. Superior to later models in my book. Has no battery charger but no big deal as most hand tools provide one. Thanks to all involved.

 "Milwaukee radio" 2010-04-29
By R. HUFFMAN (Peoria, Illinois)
I bought this radio to use in the garage and out doors on the patio and on the dock at the lake. The sound quality is fantastic the volume is more than needed for out doors . I like the looks of this radio over the newer Milwaukee radio. The battery is a little pricey but it lasts about 8 hours with normal volume usage and recharges in less than one hour. I may buy another rdio so I can leave one in my garage and take another to the lake!!

Just need to use my amazon points from my Amazon VISA card!!

 "perfectionist" 2010-04-07
By C. Kinnamon (Seattle, WA)
I bought this radio for use in my garage. I had a radio I'd been using for years but I had to have the volume up pretty loud to hear it and it still was not very clear. This Milwaukee radio is extremely clear and very easy to use. It took no time at all to set the presets. I don't have to have the volume up so high it disturbs anyone. And it looks good!

 "Milwaukee Radio" 2010-02-06
By D. Hetzel
Great radio I use it inside but it is nice to know I can take it anywhere with a battery I would recommend it to everyone.


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Makita BHP452HW 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Driver-Drill Kit with Hammer Mode

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Makita's Compact 18V Li-Ion Hammer Driver-Drill helps you get the job done quickly thanks to quick-charge batteries that won't leave you waiting. Volts: 18, Rated RPM: 0 - 400 , 0 - 1,500, Torque (in./lbs.): 450
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- Makita-built 4-pole motor delivers 450 in./lbs. of max torque, with a variable 2-speed all-metal transmission
- Compact, ergonomic design; only 8-3/4 inches long and weighs just 3.6 pounds
- Built-in LED light illuminates the work area
- Makita LXT lithium-ion battery and 15-minute rapid charger produces 430 percent total lifetime work
- 3-year warranty on tool; 1-year warranty on battery and charger
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 "Makita Hammer Drill" 2010-04-10
By B.O.B. (Maryland)
I tried the Dewalt that's similar to this and it was too heavy for me. The batteries on this Makita also charge faster and are much lighter in weight. It's a sturdy little drill that I use for everything around the house. So far I'm delighted with it.

 "Average performance and features overall" 2010-03-17
By Bryan Sanders (Chicago)
The Makita BHP452 is a not a good choice for light duty work where a lighter drill will work as well and it is not a good choice for heavy duty applications where its 2-speed gearbox and lack of torque greatly restrict its overall performance. If I was comparing it to an old NiCad drill its performance would seem almost magical but compared to other high end 18 volt lithium-ion cordless drills it performance puts it in the middle of the pack.



Makita makes one model with 3-speed gearbox but I have not been able to find one for sale. I spoke with a Makita rep and was told that they had too many problems with people using the high speed setting for large hole saws and burning up the drills. Seems like the Makita folks should put in some instructions on the best way to use the drill and help everyone out. Most people try to use a cordless drill the same way and with the same hole saws that they have been using on their cord drills and then wonder why they have problems. For now I have been very satisfied with the performance of our DeWalt cordless drills with their 3-speed gear boxes. It is a trial and error process to find the best power range and speed for different hole cutters and materials but it is well worth the effort.



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The chuck is not bad but does loosen up with vibration which is not unusual but a pain when it happens midway through hole cutting. If the drill falls out and you are up on a ladder it is even more disconcerting. The clutch adjustment works as well as any drill and the case is a standard Makita so the charger has its own secure spot but the full size batteries do not fit in the spaces unless the white plastic protective covers are removed. Have other Makita drills and the batteries do fit in the case so it seems to be something peculiar to the BHP452 kit.



The charger has a loud fan that is supposed to prolong battery life. Which is one of the odd aspects of the whole lithium-ion quick charge marketing hype. In general with NiCad and NiMh batteries their life is greatly decreased in terms of the number of charge cycles possible and the emphasis on how fast a lithium-ion battery can be recharged seems likely to result in more problems with what are very expensive batteries.



Charge time is in theory about 30 minutes for the full size lithium-ion batteries but in the charger manual it states that after charging the battery one should leave the battery in the charger for another 30-60 minutes to cool down. Better than the NiMh batteries where the recommendation is to let the battery continue to trickle charge for an additional 24 hours.



The full size batteries provide a lot of drilling and even the half size ones are better than others I have used. The full size batteries are needed to get the full power rating out of the drill. With 1/2 size batteries the drill power on any drill is greatly reduced and drilling deck screws or using a hole saw can drain the battery in a few minutes.



When I want to know the relative power a drill can deliver the quickest and easiest way I have found is to take a 5-6 inch hole cutter and bore a hole in MDF and see how long it takes to cut and how long it takes to recharge the drill afterward. With the half size battery and a 450 inch pound rated drill I can barely cut one hole and it takes several minutes. Toward the end of the hole cutting the drill will start to chatter as the overload protection kicks in and cuts power repeatedly to the drill motor. Using a 600+ in. lb. drill I can cut the same hole in 20 seconds and cut a dozen holes with the full size battery. The medium duty drill is not going to last out the year if used on heavy duty drilling or driving jobs. Better to save time on the job and money in the long run by getting the highest powered 18v drill you can find.



The lack of a second handle also limits the use of the drill to light to medium duty use. Without the second handle I find myself using my hand on the back of the drill to steady it and in doing so I block the air ports that enable the fan to cool the motor. This is a problem with all drills lacking a side handle in situations where two hands are needed and it is unfortunate that side handles are not something you can add to a drill kit later. All the low to medium grade drills are designed in a way that there is no way to attach a side handle should you want to do so later.



All 18 volt drills should have 3 speed gear boxes and a way to attach a side handle. Otherwise you might as well get a 12 volt drill and use a much cheaper 3/8" corded drill for the heavy lifting. I was on a job where a membrane roof was being laid down along with all the joint seals and edge trim and the workers were using several 3/8" corded drills and working around the extension cords. It seemed odd at the time but now I realize they were making the best drill choice for their needs based on the available technology at the time. After all a DeWalt 7 amp 3/8" cordless drill sells for $59 and it will outperform almost all the cordless drills on the market and the cordless sells for 3-4 times as much and requires more care in its use. For the DIY homeowner wanting to save money and get a light duty 18v cordless drill will extend its life by using a 3/8" corded drill for the tough jobs and save the cordless for the light duty drilling and driving jobs around the house.



The choice of drills is the one factor that most affects drill performance. Bi-metal hole saws are unbelievably cheap to manufacturer and OK for light duty hole cutting in mild steel but for other materials and especially for wood and composites like particle board it is a drill killer. Using one of the modern big gullet hole cutters like the Milwaukee Big Hawg or the Blue Boar TCT hole cutters will make it possible to easily drill holes that are three times as large and to cut 3" holes in OSB or Hardie siding in seconds without putting a dent in the battery's charge. Same applies to the new Bosch paddle bits for wood.



BLUE BOAR TSF12 12 Piece High Performance Tungsten Carbide Hole Saw kit - 2-1/4" Cut Depth. Cut 10x as fast and using 1/40th the battery power. Cordless Drills cut holes 3x as large versus bi-metal hole saws. Deep side gullets for fast plug removal



For cutting through fiberglass or drywall or plaster or stucco or building brick the Blue Boar TCT Stucco hole cutters are fantastic. With stucco or brick siding they cut through the masonry and keep on going through the metal mesh and the plywood underneath all with the same bit. I save about 45 minutes per hole compared to line drilling the stucco, cutting the wire, and then using a hole saw on the plywood or OSB.





BLUE BOAR 4" (102mm) Stucco-Brick & Wood Tungsten Carbide Tipped TCT Hole Saw with 4" shank (M16 Thread), 10mm carbide pilot bit, ejection spring

 "DO NOT BUY - Complete Junk" 2010-02-11
By C. Scanlon
The drill broke after the first couple of uses. What a piece of junk!! Luckily I was still in Amazon's return policy or I would have had to pay to ship it to a Makita repair facility. Makita has crappy customer service on top of it.

 "Very satisfied!" 2010-02-05
By V. Koscielniak (BRIGHTON, MI, US)
My husband ordered this one! He knows because his has been a carpenter for the past 45 years. Retired from the woodshop at Chrysler three years ago.

Still loving to do woodworking, he is busy restoring our ''57 Thunderbird so won't be using wood for awhile. He did remodel oor kitchen two years ago and wishes he had had it for that job! It is a brand to trust, he would know!

He recommends it highly!

Brighton, MI.

 "Lightweight and strong" 2010-02-03
By T. Beal (SLO County, CA USA)
Had lower voltage drill and wanted regular drill along with hammer drill capabilities.



I don't use a lot but when I do it seems that it fullfills the job.


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Makita LXT601 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Combo Kit, 6-Piece

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Includes: No.BHP452 LXT 1/2" 18V hammer drill/driver, No.BTSD141 LXT 1/4" shank 18V impact driver, No.BJR182 18V reciprocating saw, No.BSS611 6-1/2" 18V circular saw, No.BGA452 4-1/2" 18V grinder, No.BML185 18V rechargeable flashlight, side handle, edge g uide, wrench, 2 guards, 1 circular saw blade, 1 reciprocating saw blade, 2 18V Lithium Ion 3.0 Ah batteries, No.DC18RA charger and tool bag. DRILL/DRIVER:450 in/lbs max torqque, 2 speed ranges, 0-400 - 1,500 RPM, 0-6,000 - 22,500 blo ws per minute. 8-3/4" overall length. 3.9 lbs. tool weight. IMPACT DRIVER: 1/4" hex shank, 1,330 in/lbs max torque, 0-2,300 RPM. RECIPROCATING SAW: tool-less blade change, tool-less shoe adjustment, 0-2,900 SPM, 1-1/8" stroke
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Technical Details

- LXT lithium-ion battery and optimum charging system produces 430-Percent total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycles
- BHP452 1/2 hammer driver-drill has a new 4-pole motor for 450-Inch/Pound of torque and weights only 3.9-Pound; BGA452 4-1/2-Inch cordless cut/off/angle grinder produces an impressive 10,000 RPM for 50-Percent faster grinding
- BSS611 6-1/2-Inch circular saw has a D35 high torque motor that delivers maximum power for cutting 2X material at 45-Degree and is only 6.9-Pound
- BJR182 Reciprocating saw with tool-less blade change and shoe adjustment at only 8.1-Pound :BTD141 impact driver is 40-Percent more impact ,1,330-Inch/Pound of torque with 0-3,200 IPM and is 3.3-Pound
- BML185 4-Position flashlight with xenon bulbs runs 4.3 hrs; LXT lithium-ion battery provides longer run time, 5X lower self-discharge and 16 firm holding terminals
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 "Great tools at a great price" 2010-02-27
By Clifford J. Musante (San Francisco, CA United States)
I purchased these tools to fill out my tool box, which I mostly use for Automobile repairs, but find that it makes sense to have a few high-quality saws around the house, to deal with the inevitable projects that come up. I order from Amazon, with free shipping, and the tools arrived about a week later. I've heard others complain about the packaging, but in my case, the packaging was perfect, and everything was packaged, as it should be, inside the box.

When I opened the box, I was pleasantly surprised to also find a very well made carry bag, with roll-around wheels, and a rugged look and feel.

The tools are simply the best, and even better than I anticipated. Both the drill and the impact wrench come with LED lighting, to assist you if you're working in dark places.

The drill and impact wrench have perfect rotational balance, and while the sawzall is a bit heavier than expected, it is most certainly bullet-proof, and able to cut just about anything.

Great tools at a great price, what else needs to be said.

 "It is as much more than i expect" 2010-01-31
By Jesus Patino Ruiz
This is much more than I expect all the toolls in this pack has a lot of power and is realy fast the time for recharge of the batteries, so you don't waist time.

 "Great value!" 2010-01-31
By James R. Cate (Talpa, Texas)
This group of battery powered power tools have proven very good. The new 18 volt power source provides enormous power and extends the useful job time for the tool. I have found all of the tools to be excellent quality.

 "list price way off" 2009-12-15
By David Derrickson
This combo set does not list for over $1200. So don't be fooled into thinking you are getting something for over 60%. It is still a deal though, I have seen this combo kit on other websites for around $600 and higher-so it really ~15-25% discounted.

 "Made in China" 2009-12-09
By Scott G. (York, PA good ol' USA)
The tools work OK but it's all "MADE IN CHINA" despite the Makita US all over the description. I feel like I personally told some American family they're now unemployed. I only have the set for a couple months, the charger is the noisiest battery charger I ever heard!!! I apologize to whomever I just laid off by buying this.


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Makita BML185 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Flashlight

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Includes: Makita BML185 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Xenon Flashlight - BARE TOOL ONLY, No Battery
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- 4-positon head pivots for greater versatility
- New Xenon bulb for extra brightness
- Compact design -- only 11-1/8 inches in length and weighs just over 2 lbs.
- Makita LXT Lithium-Ion battery and Energy Star rated 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycle
- 1-year warranty on flashlight
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 "Makes a good LED flashlight!" 2010-04-03
By B. Florie (NC)
I got this in a kit, and figured it would be just another ho-hum light, like the flashlight that comes with just about every cordless kit so they can claim it includes one more tool than it really does. Other than Dewalt's snakelight, none of them really offer any advantage, other than using rechargeable batteries.



Then I decided to try a Nite Ize LRB-07-PR1W 1-Watt LED Bulb Upgrade/Replacement for Most C/D-Battery Flashlights. Even though they're only designed for up to 6-cell lights (9v), both the bulbs I tried worked fine. Going off the specs, the light should last a whole day with the slim battery, or over 2 days with the fat battery. I left it on all day with a half-charged slim battery, and I got tired of looking at it before the battery died. It turns a so-so light into a long-lasting, extremely bright light... too bad Makita didn't make it LED from the beginning!



About the only downside is the lack of beam focusing, though other cordless lights aren't focusable either. You must pick either a wide flood beam (the cheaper Nite Ize bulb) comparable to the regular bulb, or a narrow spot beam (the linked product) that doesn't even hit the reflector.

 "nice flashlight" 2010-03-15
By michael kleer (pittsburgh, pa.)
i have had a couple of these flashlights in the past and they hold up well. i am in a pretty rugged working environment and the thing will take a beating plus the battery itself provides a nice base to set the light down while working.

 "First Class Flashlight" 2010-02-07
By Philip Trafecanty (Sherman Oaks, CA)
I don't have to buy disposable batteries anymore!

This flashlight adjust angle from 90 degree to 180

with a 120 resting area to. Stands up easy. I just love

Makita products. Thank You Makita

 "love it only because it came with my tool set" 2010-01-12
By Timothy D. Courage
I was so sad to have this stolen from me because to buy it alone seems a waste. It is not that sturdy but is seemed almost as bright as a car headlight. Loved it when the power went out. Sigh! Don't know if I would pay 40 or so bucks for it though. May be if I can find it for more around 25, I think that is a fair price for the chincy make.

 "OK but not GREAT." 2009-12-14
By A. LOCOCO (Midwest USA)
Only bought because I already have extra batteries for my drills available. It is a bit flimsy for field use. It had not broken yet but I'm sure one good fall and it will. Light quality is very good. Adjustable head needs more defined detents [positions] it just "flops" down too easily. More substantial feel/weight for field use. Needs to be able to take numerous drops at 6'-10' for me to be able to recommend to the professional. My suggestion to Makita, have the folks who engineered/designed the current version of the job site radio RE-design this light!


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Makita LCT200W 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 2-Piece Combo Kit

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* New combo kit offers best power-to-weight ratio for both driver-drill and impact driver. * 1/2 Driver-Drill delivers 450 in. lbs. of efficient torque in a compact size and weighs only 3.5 lbs. * Impact Driver provides 1,280 in. lbs. of maximum torque and weighs only 2.8 lbs.
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- 2-speed 1/2-Inch Driver-Drill (0-400/0-1, 500 RPM) with Makita-built 4-pole motor delivers 450 in.lbs. of Max Torque and weighs only 3.5 lbs
- Variable speed Impact Driver (0-2, 300 RPM) provides 1, 280 in.lbs. of Max Torque in a compact design and weighs only 2.8 lbs
- Both tools feature built-in L.E.D. light, and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove with even pressure and easy control
- Makita Compact Lithium-Ion battery and Energy Star rated 15-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycles
- 3-year warranty on tools; 1-year warranty on batteries and charger
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 "Good combo, not perfect though" 2010-04-12
By Fly Guy (Northern California, USA)
I've used this combo now for a couple of weeks, repairing a small aluminum airplane. I've used the drill mostly, the driver only a couple of times. It replaces a 10-year old 9.6v DeWalt drill.



The Makita is a good but not perfect drill. A few small gripes:



1. The 1.5amp-hour Li-Ion battery lasts for maybe 30 mins of use. So, if you're actively using it, you'll be swapping/recharging batteries throughout the day. Since it does recharge in 15 mins that not a problem for me, but maybe someday I'll get the 3.0 amp-hour battery.



2. Working upside down under the airplane wing, the cooling air blows through it at just the right angle to blow in your face along with aluminum cutting chips, unless you swivel the body to a slightly awkward angle. Yeah, that's an unusual use, but that's what I used it for these couple of weeks.



3. The LED light is a nice idea, but unfortunately the drill chuck casts a shadow on the drill point. Oh well.



4. I wish the driver had a clutch or some way reducing its tightening force...I don't want to torque much with an Al aircraft. But it will be handy for removing screws and bolts.



Nevertheless I heartily recommend this drill and combo if you need both. It's a good value for the money. I got this over its competitors because I wanted the fast recharge. Hope the batteries last!

 "Great Power for the Weight" 2010-03-09
By T. Ganz (USA)
Well constructed, with excellent balance, power, and weight. The impact drive is especially powerful, and would highly recommend getting the combo, as the extra cost is totally worth it. The only complaint I have is that the trigger distance between slow and full speed is very small. This isn't too big of a problem because of the speed selector (on the drill), but I takes a little getting used to after using a NiCd for many years. The case is well designed and compact, and while perhaps not as durable/protective as hard plastic, it stores both drills snuggly, along with charger, and room for a few drill bits. I can't speak for their drills, but my Milwaukee router and circular saw came in massive, unwieldy cases, so having a soft sided, compact case (that could also double as one manly lunchbox) is nice.

 "good deal" 2010-02-17
By Kevin Okumura
fast shipping,good product,ready to use cuz battery was fully charged

thank you very very much

 "MAKITA 18-VOLT COMBO KIT" 2010-02-17
By Keith Beene (FRESNO, CA)
The drill and the impact driver are both light and powerful. They are first class tools and the only thing else I can say about both of them is that they balance nicely in your hand.

 "Just great" 2010-02-13
By descendent of Bill Wilson (Chelsea, MI USA)
No problems of any kind. Great power, small and lightweight to work with for hours at a time. Can't think of anything I would improve.


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