Power tool aisle revs up

Makita 18V LXT Series

In 2005, Makita created its 18V Lithium-Ion lineup with the 18V LXT Series. Makita 18V LXT delivers more power and less weight in a more compact size, with an 18V battery that reaches a full charge in 30 minutes. In 2006, the company designed the 18V Compact Lithium-Ion battery for a select group of new 18V compact cordless tools. The latest additions to the line are: 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Impact Driver, 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Impact Driver, 18V LXT Lithium-Ion ½-in. Hammer Driver-Drill, 18V LXT Lithium-Ion ½-in. Hammer Driver-Drill. (makita.com)

Metabo Cordless Magnetic Drill Press

Metabo has introduced its cordless magnetic drill press. The new MAG 28 LTX uses a 25.2 V Li-Ion battery to power the tool. A permanent rare earth magnet, requiring no energy from the battery, allows the use of the drill in remote and previously inaccessible environments. The earth magnet offers up to 2,500 lbs. of holding force, which can be adjusted for precise positioning when drilling on vertical, horizontal and sloped surfaces. The drill has a prism-shaped magnetic base that enables users to work on pipe as well. (metabo.us) 

Black & Decker MATRIX Modular Tool System

Black & Decker has launched the new MATRIX Quick Connect System tool, a modular tool system built around three different base power units and changeable attachments to drill, cut, sand and more. The MATRIX modular tool system is offered in 12V MAX, 20V MAX and 4.0 Amp AC base power units, each of which will be sold with the drill/driver attachment. (blackanddecker.com)

Milwaukee M12 FUEL line

Milwaukee Tool has introduced its M12 FUEL line of extreme-performance cordless power tools within the M12 System, available this winter. The line will include six drilling and fastening tools that all integrate Milwaukee’s PowerState brushless motor, RedLink Plus intelligence and RedLithium 2.0 battery pack. M12 Fuel Drills will include a 2-Speed Screwdriver, Drill/Driver, and Hammer Drill/Driver. The M12 FUEL Impact offering will include a ¼-in. Hex Impact Driver, ¼-in. Square Impact Wrench, and 3/8-in. Square Impact Wrench. (milwaukeetool.com)

Ryobi 18-Volt One+ ProTip Handheld Paint Sprayer

Ryobi’s cordless consumer sprayer, the ProTip, uses a reversible spray tip. The design allows the user to rotate the tip 180 degrees to clear clogs quickly and rotate back 180 degrees to continue spraying. The 1.5-qt. quick-lock container locks into place to help prevent spills and allows longer time between re-fills. ProTip can be used for painting or staining decks, fences, garage doors and more. (ryobitools.com)

Bosch CM12 Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw

The new Bosch CM12 12-in. Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw is a one-handed portable miter saw. The CM12 offers enhanced cutting capacity and boasts a strategically located side bevel lock lever for quick, easy adjustment and integrated expanding material support for cutting versatility. It is lightweight and compact and allows the user to achieve accurate, efficient cuts at any angle. (bosch.com)

Ingersoll Rand Air Impactool

From the Ingersoll Rand Edge Series, the 2132G Air Impactool 1/2-in. drive air-powered tool packages a powerful 6-vane motor and promises 600 foot-pounds of maximum reverse torque. Convenience features include a one-handed push button forward-reverse control system, a variable-speed trigger and an ergonomic grip. The air-powered tool works quietly, with the IR Quiet Technology system inside. (ingersollrandproducts.com)

SKIL MAG77-75 Worm Drive SKILSAW

To celebrate Worm Drive SKILSAW’s 75th anniversary, SKIL has unveiled a limited-edition anniversary saw that has the features of the MAG77 SKILSAW plus a custom black fleck powder coat finish, chrome aluminum foot plate, commemorative name plate and 75th anniversary saw blade. The saw features a powerful 15-amp motor, a light magnesium housing (2 lbs. lighter) to reduce user fatigue, an “Impact Resistant” Carbide Blade, a push-button spindle lock for easy blade changes, an anti-snag lower guard to reduce snags when making narrow cut-offs, an oil indicator level and relief bellows for long life, and a 22-amp switch and heavy gauge cord. The kit contents include MAG77-75 7-1/4-in. magnesium Worm Drive SKILSAW, 7-1/4-in. 24-tooth “Impact Resistant” Carbide Blade and blade wrench. (skiltools.com)

Hitachi 18V Brushless Lithium-Ion

Hitachi Power Tools has launched its new 18V Brushless Motor Lithium Ion cordless products at Lowe’s. As of May, Lowe’s has offered an 18V Lithium Ion Brushless Hammer Drill and an 18V Lithium Ion Brushless Impact Driver. Hitachi’s brushless motor technology delivers more power to the motor by minimizing energy loss through friction and heat. Managed by a micro-processor chip that delivers current flow to the motor, brushless tools experience up to 50% longer run time between charges, increased power and extended durability. Hitachi’s ergonomic design for the tool bodies makes them well balanced and comfortable. (hitachipowertools.com)

Porter-Cable 18-Volt Oscillating Multi-Tool

Porter-Cable has announced the launch of a new 18-Volt Oscillating Multi-Tool as a kit and bare model. These models are built with the company’s Tool Free System blade-change technology, which allows for quick accessory changes without bolts or wrenches. The tool also offers double the runtime per charge compared with Porter-Cable’s 12V MAX† oscillating multi-tool. The tool is compatible with the company’s 18V Lithium Ion and NiCD battery platforms. The tool’s variable-speed unit features an oscillating angle of 2.8 degrees, allowing control when making cuts on finished surfaces and delivers 7,500 to 15,000 oscillations per minute (OPM). Weighing 2.8 lbs. with the battery, the tool is compact, comfortable and includes an oversized, easy-to-reach switch and an ergonomic handle with an over-molded, non-slip grip. (portercable.com)