Makita DTD154Z Review

The Makita DTD154Z Impact Driver is a well designed tool which is capable of providing a torque of up to 175Nm. It has a 1/4 inch hex driving shank and is compatible with M5 to M16 standard bolts, M5 to M14 high tensile bolts and 22mm to 125mm coarse threads. It offers three speeds (Hard / Medium / Soft), and has a special tightening mode for self-drilling screws.

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The Makita DTD154Z Impact Driver is well designed. It's cordless for manoeuvrability purposes, and has an ergonomically shaped soft-grip handle. It's also compact and ultra-lightweight (1.5kg). We like its LED lighting system which makes your work area easier to see at night and in dimly lit spaces. It also comes with an electric brake which stops rotation quickly once the trigger is released.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of tools. They have a wide range of products which includes angle grinders, heat guns, impact drivers/wrenches, staplers, nailers, routers, trimmers, die grinders, nibblers, circular saws, jigsaws, and more. Makita are known for their high quality and durable products.

Specification

The features are as follows:

• Performance - The Makita DTD154Z Impact Driver delivers a maximum fastening torque of 175Nm. It has a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) hex driving shank. It's compatible with M5 to M16 standard bolts, M5 to M14 high tensile bolts and 22mm to 125mm coarse threads. For quick and easy bit changing, the tool has a one-touch sliding chuck.
• Cordless - The tool has a cordless design, meaning it can be taken and used anywhere with ease, including places without access to mains electricity. It takes an 18V lithium-ion battery and has a brushless motor for longevity. Note that both the battery and charger are sold separately. You may already have a compatible battery from another cordless Makita tool.
• Variable Speed - The tool offers three speeds - Hard, Medium and Soft. On the highest speed, it works at up to 3600RPM. On medium speed, it works at up to 2100RPM. On the lowest speed it works at up to 1100RPM.
• Design - The Makita DTD154Z Impact Driver has an ergonomic soft-grip handle and a compact design. It weighs only 1.5kg.
• T-Mode - The tool has a tightening mode which is suitable for self-drilling screws.
• LED Light - LED illumination lets you work accurately in dark areas and at night.
• Electric Brake - An electric brake quickly stops rotation once the trigger has been released.

Summary

In summary, the Makita DTD154Z Impact Driver is a powerful tool which is easy and practical to use, achieving a maximum torque of 175Nm. We particularly like its three-step variable speed controller which lets you use the driver appropriately for the task at hand. We also like its flexible cordless design, its comfortable soft-grip handle, its tightening mode for self-drilling screws, and its LED lighting system. We rate the Makita DTD154Z Impact Driver 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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