Do Makita 18V batteries fit other brands?

With other brands, such as Bosch, Dewalt, and Milwaukee, newer battery packs are absolutely compatible with all of their previous same-line tools. A great majority of Makita LXT tools WILL be compatible with it.

Are all Makita batteries compatible?

Obviously all new Makita 18V cordless power tools will be compatible with the 4Ah and 5Ah li-ion batteries, even if they’re available as “naked” (click to understand about naked power tools).

Do Makita tools have a lifetime warranty?

Every Makita® product is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge.

Can fake Makita batteries damage tools?

By using a non-genuine or “knock-off” Makita battery, users immediately void the Makita warranty on the tool used with the “knock-off” battery. Additional risks include possible fire damage to the tool, the battery and/or the charger, as well as unknown tool performance.

What does Makita LXT stand for?

Lithium-ion Xtreme Technology
Lithium-ion Xtreme Technology.

Is Makita a good brand?

In general, Makita has a reputation for being a step up in quality compared to DeWalt with a higher price tag to go along with it. However, both brands are considered to be professional-level tools across the board.

How can you tell a fake Makita battery?

Genuine Makita batteries are black in color, have the Makita trademark logo with Lithium-Ion identification on both sides, and have the Makita trademark logo on the bottom of the battery. “Knock-off” batteries may appear to be similar to genuine Makita batteries but have no Makita branding on them.

How can you tell a fake Makita?

Some of the things to look for in detecting a counterfeit tool are poorly designed and affixed logo labels (possibly upside-down), noticeably light-gauge cords, and a distinct petroleum smell.

When did Makita come out with 18V cordless tools?

Tool users who unplug the cord with Makita 18V LXT® experience new levels of convenience, efficiency and productivity. Makita created the 18V Lithium-Ion cordless tool category in 2005, and today it is the world’s largest 18V cordless tool line-up.

What kind of battery does a Makita tool use?

Break free from the cord with two 18V LXT® batteries. On every Makita Lithium-Ion Tool, Battery and Charger from the date of original purchase.

How can I repair a Makita bl1830 battery?

Using knife removed bad cells and tried to save battery tabs, because I’ll use them later. In same method removed a pair of good 18650 cells from donor battery. Pretined and soldered 18650 cells in place. Checked – what voltage we have.

Is there a warranty on an 18V Makita battery?

This 18v Makita replacement battery provides up to 20% more power with improved the capacity. CE FCC, ROHS certified, tested by manufacturer to match OEM products. 1 year warranty, 30 Days money return guarantee, JUST BUY WITH CONFIDENCE!