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Makita 6980FDWDE 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver
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Makita 6980FDWDE 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver
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by Makita
Sales Rank: 23389

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List Price: $407.40
$207.99
At Amazon on 3-4-2010.

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Powerful efficient impacting 92-1/2-Feet;/Pound; 1,110 in/Pound For industrial applications
Efficient impacts per minute 0-3,200 ipm for high production
Impact resistant magnesium alloy gear case for increased durability
True variable speed for smooth acceleration and complete control to match all applications
Powerful 2-3/5ah ni-mh batteries have greater capacity and longer run time than any ni-cd battery for finishing extended jobs with less downtime; 1-year warranty
Amazon.com
More speed, more power, a smaller tool body and some cool extra features puts this driver at the very head of its class. Thats not to say we dont also love its yellow colleague, but Makitas tucked in such innovative details into this tool. When we picked it up, it felt lighter and more compact than others weve tried out in its power and price range, handling a little better, too, in part because of the really comfortable rubber grip and nicely balanced design. And when we checked the specs, sure enough, its a couple ounces lighter and a bit more compact than its nearest competitor. When the battery charged and we popped it on (which, incidentally, is a nice smooth operation), we could have driven screws effortlessly all day: the torque is incredible! Well take Makitas word for it that it maxes at 1,110 inch-pounds of force. Even in the blows-per-minute category, it beats everybody else out at 3,200 bpm, and since it works harder, you can work a little easier. There are no twists or jerks at acceleration, just a clean, smooth speed increase-very impressive. But on top of the exceptional speed and power, this drivers got two bright spots: an LED light that illuminates your workpiece and a glow-in the dark rubber bumper that pinpoints the driver in a crawlspace or even up in the rafters if you work longer than the sun does. Its clearly Makita quality, from the rough-and-tumble tool body and magnesium gear case to the easy-to-access carbon brushes when its maintenance time. Makitas literature says this drivers made for professionals, and yes, contractors, installers and the like will love it. But we dont think the do-it-yourselfer should feel intimidated; it would be perfect in the avid DIYers shop, too. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Customer Reviews & CommentsMy friend who does all types of rehabs on new and older homes has a Dewalt 052 Impact driver. I used his Dewalr 052 drive on a recent job of mine. Then I started my own research about what really makes a great impact driver. The Makita 6980 has a great light for under sinks or anywhere you dont want to fool around with a flashlight or lighting system for a short job. The power at 1100 torque is great. The variable speed for slow starts on screws is what really sold me on this tool. The Dewalt 502 does not have a light or a variable speed . Sorry Dewalt no contest. Happy guy
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Makita 6980FDWDE 12-Volt NiMH Cordless Impact Driver
List Price: $407.40
Available from Amazon
Price: $207.99
Updated on 3-4-2010.

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