Makita DTW300Z Review

The Makita DTW300Z Impact Wrench is a powerful tool which is suitable for both standard and high tensile bolts, removing them easily thanks to its high nut busting torque of 580Nm. It has a 1/2 inch (13mm) square driving shank which is compatible with M10 to M20 standard bolts and M10 to M16 high tensile bolts. It's a cordless impact wrench which gives you plenty of flexibility/freedom, as well as a high level of manoeuvrability.

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The Makita DTW300Z Impact Wrench has a number of useful design elements. It has a variable speed controller which lets you adjust the tool's operation to the task at hand. To give you an idea of speed, it achieves up to 4000 impacts per minute on the highest setting. So that you can easily see what you're doing, the tool has a bright LED job light. It features an electric brake for safety.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of hand/power tools, gardening equipment, and accessories. Their range of power tools includes angle grinders, screwdrivers, impact drivers, impact wrenches, staplers, brad nailers, jigsaws, circular saws, band saws, sanders, and more. Makita have a reputation for well designed and durable products.

Specification

We now look at the features:

• Suitability - The Makita DTW300Z Impact Wrench has a 1/2 inch square driving shank. It takes standard bolts from M10 to M20 and high tensile bolts from M10 to M16. It offers a powerful nut busting torque of up to 580Nm, making it suitable for a wide range of jobs.
• Power - The tool is cordless, giving you the freedom to easily manoeuvre it around. It takes an 18V lithium-ion LXT battery which powers its brushless motor. Note that the battery and charger are sold separately. If you already have Makita tools, then there's a chance that you already have a suitable battery. G-Series batteries are not compatible, however.
• Speed Control - A variable speed controller lets you adjust the tool to suit the task and material at hand. At its fastest speed, the tool delivers up to 4000 impacts per minute.
• Rotation - The Makita DTW300Z Impact Wrench supports both forward and reverse rotation.
• Illumination - A bright LED job light illuminates your working area. The tool has a phosphorescent bumper which glows in the dark.
• Electric Brake - An electric brake stops the tool's rotation quickly for safety.

Video

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Summary

All things considered, the Makita DTW300Z Impact Wrench is a powerful tool which achieves a high nut busting torque of 580Nm. We particularly like its cordless design which gives you a huge level of flexibility and manoeuvrability. We also like its variable speed controller, its LED lighting, and its wide ranging bolt compatibility. We rate the Makita DTW300Z Impact Wrench 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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