Some great power tool deals from My Mate Mark

My Mate Mark Power Tool Deals 9Aug 2012

Deals Start Date 09/08/2012 Deals End Date 13/08/2012

Bosch GOP10.8V Li-Ion Multicutter in L-Boxx c/w 8 Assorted Accessories (2 x 1.3 a/h)

My Mate Mark Price £123.00 inc VAT and UK delivery

Power Tools Pro

£144.43

PP – £5.95

tools4trade express

£145.50

PP – £0.00

ToolStop

£149.95

PP – £0.00

Power Tools Pro

£152.93

PP – £5.95

eBay – powertools4u

£154.95

PP – £6.95

prices correct at time of publishing

Panasonic EYC199LR2S31 14.4v Li-ion 2 Piece Cordless kit + EY3740B 14.4V Torch + PANQSSET2 Quick switch 17 Piece bit set

My Mate Mark Price £294.84 inc VAT and UK delivery

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prices correct at time of publishing

Makita BCF201ZW 14.4V, 18V Li-ion or A/C White Portable Fan

My Mate Mark Price £42.96 inc VAT and UK delivery

eBay – eca-webfast

£31.95

PP – £6.95

eBay – romford-tools

£33.99

PP – £5.50

eBay – tools4trade-ltd

£34.26

PP – £4.99

PowertoolWorld

£34.49

PP – £6.50

Tools4Trade.com

£34.49

PP – £3.50

prices correct at time of publishing

Hitachi DH18DSL/JF 18V Li-ion Cordless SDS-Plus Hammer Drill

My Mate Mark Price £159.96 inc VAT and UK delivery

UK Tool Centre

£179.99

PP – £0.00

Big Red Tool Box

£183.84

PP – £0.00

Tool City

£198.99

PP – £0.00

eBay – bigredtoolbox

£199.55

PP – £0.00

eBay – discount
warehousenet

£199.99

PP – £0.00

prices correct at time of publishing

Bosch GOP300SCE Multicutter in L-Boxx with 48 Accessories 110V

My Mate Mark Price £197.88 inc VAT and UK delivery

Carlisle Glass

£186.00

PP – £0.00

BExpress

£186.31

PP – £9.59

Lawson HIS

£194.98

PP – £4.98

Tool-Net.co.uk

£195.82

PP – £6.95

PowertoolWorld

£201.33

PP – £0.00

prices correct at time of publishing

Makita BHP456RFWX 18V Li-ion Cordless LXT Anniversary  Combi Drill

My Mate Mark Price £159.84 inc VAT and UK delivery

PowertoolWorld

£165.75

PP – £0.00

PowerTools2U

£166.80

PP – £0.00

Absolute Power Tools

£168.60

PP – £0.00

eBay – tool-stop

£168.95

PP – £6.95

ToolStop

£168.95

PP – £0.00

prices correct at time of publishing

Makita LCT303W 10.8V Li-ion 3 Piece Cordless Kit (2 x Batteries)

My Mate Mark Price £131.88 inc VAT and UK delivery

PowertoolWorld

£132.95

PP – £0.00

Lawson HIS

£140.58

PP – £4.98

Tools4Trade.com

£142.06

PP – £3.50

eBay – tools4trade-ltd

£143.00

PP – £5.75

tools4trade express

£145.56

PP – £0.00

prices correct at time of publishing

Bosch ALR 900 Lawn Raker / Scarifier 240V

My Mate Mark Price £88.92 inc VAT and UK delivery

Cohaku

£89.93

PP – £0.00

Tooled-Up.com

£89.95

PP – £5.95

Amazon.co.uk

£89.95

PP – £0.00

Lawnmowers
direct.co.uk

£89.99

PP – £0.00

Argos

£89.99

PP – £3.95

prices correct at time of publishing

Makita LXT202 18V LXT Li-ion 2 Piece Combi Drill & Impact Driver Kit

My Mate Mark Price £314.88 inc VAT and UK delivery

Mercer and Sons

£334.80

PP – £0.00

Need4Deals.co.uk

£369.60

PP – £0.00

PowerTools2U

£319.19

PP – £0.00

Tooltray

£319.19

PP – £0.00

Tool-Net.co.uk

£322.79

PP – £6.95

prices correct at time of publishing

Bosch GSB 18-2-LI 18V Li-ion Professional Cordless Combi drill + ACCESSORIES

My Mate Mark Price £126.00 inc VAT and UK delivery

Tooled-Up.com

£129.95

PP – £5.95

DirectBrandTools

£139.94

PP – £0.00

eBay – toptoolsupplies4u

£149.00

PP – £7.50

tools4trade express

£149.99

PP – £0.00

Screwfix.com

£149.99

PP – £0.00

prices correct at time of publishing

Makita AC1300 2.0HP AIR COMPRESSOR 240V

My Mate Mark Price £228.96 inc VAT and UK delivery

www.airtooler
.co.uk

£259.94

PP – £34.97

www.VehicleTools
.co.uk

£259.94

PP – £34.97

DirectBrandTools

£259.94

PP – £0.00

www.toolbox
.co.uk

£259.94

PP – £34.97

PowerTools2U

£274.67

PP – £0.00

prices correct at time of publishing

Dewalt DCK691L3 18V XR Li-ion 6 Piece Cordless Kit (3 x 3.0 A/H Batteries) + 2 x Dewalt DS300 Tough System Kit Box’s

My Mate Mark Price £645.00 inc VAT and UK delivery

Tool Line

£655.00

PP – £0.00

Big Red Tool Box

£689.95

PP – £0.00

tools4trade express

£699.00

PP – £0.00

D M Tools

£699.00

PP – £0.00

FFX

£699.00

PP – £0.00

prices correct at time of publishing

Makita BFR750Z 18V Cordless Li-ion LXT Auto Feed Screwdriver

My Mate Mark Price £179.88 inc VAT and UK delivery

Screwdriver-Shop.co.uk

£194.95

PP – £5.97

woodworktools
.co.uk

£194.95

PP – £5.97

ToolStop

£194.95

PP – £0.00

www.toolbox
.co.uk

£194.95

PP – £5.97

Tooled-Up.com

£199.95

PP – £5.95

prices correct at time of publishing

via onlinepowertools.org

Worth checking out the current deals at my mate mark. Deals close on 13th Aug

Makita Power Tools 40 Year in the UK

Makita Power Tools UK 40th Anniversary

As part of the 40 year celebrations Makita power tools have launched a range of power

tools to commemorate the occasion. As you would expect from Makita the range encompasses the high quality, and robust durability that we have come to associate with this brand.

The range includes the Anniversary Angle grinder, Rotary Hammer, Biscuit jointer, plus a selection of other power tools like the Anniversary Combi Drill. Makita are still managing to launch new products outside of the anniversary range as well, which is testimony to the depth and diversity of this great tool manufacturing company. A firm favourite in the construction industry is the hand held power multi tool. The beauty of the multi tool is the flexibility. What are multi tools? They are as they sound a tool with more than one use. How is this achieved? Well these incredible tools have staggering flexibility due to a variety of different attachments. So the basic multi power tool comes with several different custom tool attachments giving amazing value for money. Attachments include saws, grinders, and polishers. So the idea you buy the one main power tool, and then simply buy the attachment that you need, for the job you need.

There are a variety of multi tools to choose from with varying power sizes being available really depending on the types of job you are looking to undertake. However true to form which ever power tools you choose you will not be disappointed. Attachments are swopped easily and quickly, with the minimum of fuss, an important consideration when time is at a premium.

The ability to be able to swop between sawing and then grinding or polishing in seconds causes minimum disruption to the work flow. The professionals in the trade have been able to maximise work time using these multi tools.

Accessories are not left out of the celebrations either. Celebrating with a 40 piece HSS drill bits, all contained in a sturdy carry case.

Not limited to just HSS drill bits the 40^th anniversary range come with a complete range of drill bits including masonry drill bits, and a range of wood drill bits. All containing the mandatory 40 drill bits, and all in a superb carry case, ensuring that drill bits are protected and give years of service.

The 40^th anniversary celebration could have served as no more than a fancy PR stunt, but true to form Makita have come up with the goods. Manufacturing a new unique range of high quality power tools that not only serve as a lasting memory of this company’s rich history, but also provide a lasting legacy to those who purchase from this celebratory range of tools. So all in all again we salute Makita on a superb range of drills, saws, polishers, and multi tools. We congratulate them on producing another excellent addition to the Makita Power tool range. Here is to the next 40 years.

via onlinepowertools.org

Certainly the anniversary collection of power tools are very popular.

Bosch Set For Further Consumer Robotics Projects

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via appliancemagazine.com

Wonder what will be next :)

Robot Lawn Mower

(Credit: Bosch)

Why waste your summer cutting grass yourself? Get a machine to do it. Robot lawn mowers are nothing new, but Bosch is introducing one that's apparently more automated than competitors.

The Bosch Indego is an electric, autonomous mower that can cut up to 10,700 square feet of grass with little supervision, according to IEEE Spectrum.

All you need to do is install a guide wire on the edge of your lawn to keep the Indego in. It will automatically skirt all obstacles on your lawn including your pink flamingos, croquet mallets, and flower beds.

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It apparently uses its charger as a beacon and navigation guide as it cuts the lawn, moving in straight lines where possible instead of a random pattern.

The droid can operate for up to 20 minutes per full charge, and then needs to juice itself for 90 minutes before it resumes work.

Although it may be released in Scandinavia for some $2,000, it would be cheaper to operate than a gas-powered mower, and better for the environment.

Check it out in the promo vid below.

via news.cnet.com

Not sure how to teach it to put the clippings on the compost heap :)

Panasonic Power Tools Tough Tools Built To Last

Panasonic Power Tools are one of the leading brands of cordless tools.
Their IP (intelligent power) range of tools is one of the best there is at surviving the job site environment.

Panasonic is renowned for developing intelligent Power Tools to fill all the needs required by today’s professional user. All tools are developed to be a compact size with amazing performance. Panasonic’s Tough Tool IP range have been developed to offer a new level of toughness in the form of resistance to dust and water as recognized under international standards administered by the International Electro technical Commission (IEC).
http://www.panasonic.co.uk/

They go on to describe their battery technology

Leading battery technology – The basis for our revolutionary performance are our Battery Packs which feature many unique developments such as Panasonic Solid Solution technology (PSS), a method in hardening and dissolving key battery component substances such as cobalt and nickel. This dramatically improves the safety and reliability while also achieving greater performance compared to manganese lithium batteries used by many of other manufacturers. Cobalt lithium chemistry benefits from a lower internal resistance, electrical loss, and heat in battery cells. This helps prolong the service life by reducing overheating. Tough Tools IP battery packs individually monitor each battery cell to ensure optimal control. Battery damage is avoided by preventing overcharging, over discharging and overheating.

Panasonic offer cordless power tools with battery voltages of 3.6v through to 28.8v.
The full range of IP Power tools is well presented on their UK website and a fuller description of the IP range is given here

via onlinepowertools.org

Many forget about Panasonic Power Tools so be reminded that they are a great provider of quality robust power tools.

Price Check For Makita LCT303W Cordless Kit

I thought I would do a quick survey on the prices for the Makita LCT303W 10.8V Li-ion 3 Piece Cordless Kit.

The Makita LCT303W is a  triple pack which will provide you with maximum versatility & power when screwdriving in confined spaces. The kit is the same as the Makita LCT204W but in addition you also receive the ML100 LED Torch.  Now the ML100 torch is not a hugely expensive item you can find it on the web for less than £15! But it is a very handy accessory to have in the box.

Just to recap then before we look at the pricing

This is what you get with the Makita LCT303W kit

• 1 x DF330DWE – 10.8V Li-ion 10MM LXT Drill Driver
• 1 x TD090DWE – 10.8V Li-ion 1/4″ HEX LXT Impact Driver
• 2 x BL1013 10.8v 1.3Ah Li-ion batteries
• 1 x Fast Charger
• 1 x Compact aluminum Tool Case
• Manufacturer’s instruction manual

1 Year manufacturer’s warranty

So I took a look at Google products (shopping) and found the best price of £131.88 including VAT and UK Delivery!!

This is how they looked.

Supplier	Price
PowerToolWorld	£132.95
ToolStop	£139.95
Lawson HIS	£145.56
Power Tools Direct	£191.64
My Mate Mark	£131.88

All prices correct as of 2^nd June 2012

 

via onlinepowertools.org

Found the best price for the Makita LCT303W - worth checking before you buy.

Best Price Found For Makita BHP453RFTK Combi-Drill

Best Price For Makita BHP453RFTK 18V LXT Li-ion Combi Drill + 101 PC Accessory set

We have researched the current prices for the popular Makita BHP453RFTK on Google Products feed and bring you the results.

The BHP453 RFTK  cordless 18V LXT Li-ion Combi Drill is a great buy on its own but here it comes with a fantastic 101 Piece Accessory Set and Rapid Charger all in a handy case.

This is what you get in the kit

• 1 x Makita BHP453 18V Li-ion Combi Drill
• 1 x BL1830 18V Li-ion battery
• 1 x DC18RA Charger
• 1 x Kit box
• Manufacturer’s instructions
• 102 PC Accessory set comprising of the following items below -
  • 13 x Nut drivers
  • 4 x Drill Stop
  • 1 x Hex key
  • 2 x Screw Holders
  • 1 x Centre Punch
  • 1 x Counter Sink
  • 6 x Brad Point Drills
  • 6 x HSS Drills
  • 6 x Masonry Drills
  • 3 x Flat Bits
  • 5 x Hole Saws
  • 1 x Bit Driver Handle
  • 1 x 8″ Aluminium Spirit Level
  • 30 x 25mm Screwdriver Bits
  • 20 x 50mm Screwdriver Bits
  • 1 x 60mm Magnetic Bit Holder

One Year’s Manufacturers Warranty

The BHP453rftk has an unbelievable RRP of £394.80 which is enough to put anyone off buying! However, WAIT, the best price we found was £138 including VAT and UK delivery!!!

Supplier	Price
ToolStop	£159,95
Online Power Tools	£159.99
Lawson HIS	£154.92
Screwfix	£249.99
My Mate Mark	£138.00

All prices correct as of 2^nd June 2012

via onlinepowertools.org

This is a clear winner in the Makita BHP453RFTK best price competition

Panasonic Power Tools continue to reign supreme with professionals and amateurs alike

Panasonic Power Tools continue to reign supreme

 Construction professionals have long known the secret held by the Panasonic, in their power tool range, a secret now being discovered by DIY enthusiasts as well. As you would expect from a market leader like Panasonic, they offer a full range of high quality power tools, with hand held drills, jig saws, screw drivers, and paint stripers to name few. For the more adventurous, tools like circular saws, angle grinders are available, as you would expect.

As with all the Panasonic Power Tools durability and reliability are synonymous with this premium brand. Construction professionals look for these as a prerequisite in the tools of their trade and have come to rely on Panasonic power tools to provide this.

As DIY enthusiast are discovering they can use a professional range of tools that have been tried and tested by the professionals.

Another find within the Panasonic power tool range is the cordless range of tools. These include an extensive range of cordless power drills, cordless power saws, and cordless power screwdrivers.

Panasonic have applied their battery technology to these tools, to offer a range of cordless power tools, with what can only be described a legendary battery life. Professionals have said’ the batteries simply go on for ever’. This is reassuring for the amateur DIY enthusiast, and trade specialists who do not want to be charging the batteries after minimal use, and therefore gives the user of these great tools, genuine freedom to work in the tightest of spaces with ease.

The reliability and durability of the Panasonic Power tools range is not restricted to the tools themselves.

The consumable components such as twist drill bits, high tensile steel saw blades and screwdriver bits whether crosshead or flat head must be considered as part of the equation. Panasonic have again excelled at this and have produced a range of high quality consumables that deliver under extreme use.

Professionals simply love the fact that drill bits are sharp and stay sharp, saw blades saw with ease and do not shatter or bend, as they heat up. 

For the home user why reinvent the wheel? Take a leaf out of the professional’s book. Panasonic power tools give the DIY user a head start into getting professional results.

Nothing can substitute for preparation and planning. As part of that process, the old saying ‘having the right tools for the right job’ has never been more relevant than in DIY. 

So whatever the job you have staring you in the face, whether you need a paint stripper, an 18volt drill with hammer function, or a multi-function cordless screw driver remember that Panasonic power tools will help get you started on the right path. 

In summary we have already said the right tools for the right job is imperative, whether a professional tradesman, or a DIY enthusiast, you are guaranteed that with Panasonic Power Tools to have the right tools for the right job.

Bosch vs Makita Who Will Win?

We know that our new Bosch GSB 18 V-LI Professional Dynamic Series Combi is the king of powertools. But you don’t have to take our word for it.

We’re looking for 80 professional tradesmen in the South East to swap their current Makita combi for a brand new state-of-the-art Bosch Professional.

We know you love your Makita, but why not put Bosch to the test?

You decide which is:

• Faster?
• More powerful?
• Longer lasting?
• More compact?
• More flexible?

Keep it for 2 weeks. If you agree it’s better you can keep it full stop. For free.
We’ll even swap 3 more of your Makita System tools for a brand new Bosch equivalent.

As for your old tools? They’ll be crushed. Literally…

If you would like to take part, all we ask is that you’re free on the 17th July 2012 to attend a special event that we will be hosting in London near Battersea Bridge.

And the catch? You have to give us your Makita combi. You can get it back at the end of the 2 week trial if you don’t want to keep the Bosch.

So get involved. Take the survey now.

Terms and conditions

via bosch-professional.com

Looks like Bosch are fighting back against Makita.
Could be an interesting battle to keep an eye on.

What if Makita win?

Interesting use of Makita Power Tools

The Grayhound is a replica of an 18th century Cornish sailing lugger, a 63ft ship that will become a floating home and a traditional-sail training vessel working across the world's oceans which has been built with the help of Makita power tools.

Over the past 18 months nearly 200 tonnes of local timber have been crafted into the traditional structures of the beautiful hull by Cornish shipwrights. When the Grayhound is launched this autumn there will be a further year's fitting out to complete it before the ship sets out on her maiden voyage.

The project has been conceived and managed by Marcus Rowden and Freya Hart who have sold their home to fund the construction. The team of traditional boat builders is headed by Chris Rees.

A wide variety of Makita power tools have been used to create Grayhound. The main workhorse has been the Makita KP0810CK 82mm heavy duty planer. This 1050watt planer will remove 4mm of timber on every pass and has proved invaluable for the many shaped timbers used in this beautiful nautical creation. The KP0810CK has a constant speed control and with twin cutting blades on the drum, capable of rotating at up to 16,000rpm, enormous amounts of timber can be removed quickly and a fine finish results. As the ship's construction rapidly heads towards the August launch date Marcus comments: "We have worked these tools very hard to push the build along but the KP0810CK planer has proved its worth for Grayhound."

The original Grayhound was built locally as a real privateer and had an illustrious record having been built for speed and fighting. Grayhound was built by a celebrated builder of fast coastal craft, John Parkin, who started boatbuilding at Cawsand Bay and then expanded to Cremyll, Cornwall.

The lug rig design provides a vast 3,000 square feet of sail area which drives the boat through the ocean and also makes a very striking picture in every port. The timber construction is using more than 4,000 handmade treenails, wooden pegs that fasten the planking to the wooden frames. They do not rust and last for 100 years whereas a metal fastening will only survive a quarter of a century.

Grayhound will be open to the public at the launch event on the 4th August at Southdown Quay, Millbrook, Cornwall from 2pm with the launching ceremony at 7.30pm. As well as Makita being present there will be live music and refreshments throughout the day plus the opportunity to book your first voyage.

For more information on this fascinating project click here or visit the Makita website for specification details of all products in the vast Makita inventory of innovative power tools.

DETAILS:

Contact: Makita

Tel: 01908 211 678

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Makita Power Tools put to good use!

New Makita 18V LXT Tools Released

Brushless tools continue to hit the market as Makita releases their new 18V impact driver and cordless hammer drill, the latest additions to their 18V LXT Brushless line. The ToolSelect community is quick to discuss these new tools.

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Makita continues to expand its 18V LXT Brushless line with the introduction of a new 18V impact driver and cordless hammer drill. Brushless technology has been a frequent topic of discussion on ToolSelect.com for a while, and these new tools are sure to keep that going.

The 18V LXT Brushless Impact Driver (LXDT08) uses a brushless motor with variable speed to give users 1,420 in.lbs. of max torque, 0-3,200 impacts per minute and 0-2,500 RPM to let users perform all types of fastening applications.

The 18V LXT Brushless Hammer Drill/Driver (LXPH05) uses the same brushless technology to give users 400 in.lbs. of max torque. With 16 clutch settings and a variable two-speed all-metal transmission, the tool gives users 0-400 impacts per minute and 0-1,500 RPM for multiple applications.

“Makita continues to be the undisputed market leader in 18-volt lithium-ion and in brushless-motor technology,” said Ethan Haughawout, product manager of cordless tools with Makita. “These two new LXT Brushless tools are the latest options for contractors who demand more performance out of their cordless tools. All of the other power-tool companies are still playing catch-up.”

Makita’s new 18V impact driver features a ¼” hex chuck to allow quick bit changes, a built-in LED light and a tool-belt clip. The new rubberized grip was designed to make day-long use easier and more comfortable.

The cordless hammer drill includes all those features, except it uses a ½” keyless chuck for quick bit changes.

“Our members seem to be having a lot of fun talking about all the new brushless tools coming out,” says Gerry Barnaby, Director of Excitement with ToolSelect. “Makita obviously wants to be the industry leader in brushless, and we’re excited to see how our community reacts to these new tools.”

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WIN THE CHANCE OF A HOTLAP WITH PRO RIDERS AT SNETTERTON COURTESY OF STIHL

STIHL are proud sponsors of the 2012 British Superbikes Championships for the fifth consecutive year.

British Superbikes is one of the countrys most popular and exciting motor sports, with top-class riders reaching speeds of around 200mph on the countrys best known race tracks.

Much of the appeal of Superbikes is the bikes themselves, which are factory-backed versions of ordinary road bikes, enabling fans to really appreciate the skills of riders and technologies alike.

Riders are competing in 12 hotly contested races around the country this year. Spectators at Snetterton can expect a full days racing action, and the two Superbikes events will form the highlights of the day.

STIHL, the outdoor power tool company, is now an established brand among builders, foresters, landscapers and groundsmen for its robust and high quality outdoor power tools. STIHL is also fast becoming a household name with gardeners and home owners with a growing range of petrol and electric products suitable for their use.

High performance products and great results the synergy between STIHL and Superbikes is clear.

For your chance to win this prize and one pair of tickets, answer this question:

Which rider won the 2011 British Superbikes Championship?

Send your answer, name, address and daytime phone number to exsport@express.co.uk with STIHL in the subject line. Winner will be chosen at random from all correct entries received by 4pm today (Tuesday).

Usual Express rules apply.

For information, visit www.stihl.co.uk. To buy tickets for Snetterton please call 0843 453 9000 or visit www.tickets.motorsportvision.co.uk/calendar.

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Best Price For Makita DK1894 18v 4 piece kit

Best Price For Makita DK1894 18V Cordless Li-ion LXT Combi  4 Piece Kit

We have researched the current prices for the Makita DK1894 on Google Products feed and bring you the results.

The DK1894 18V cordless Combi Kit is a great buy featuring the new BHP456Z - 18V Li-ion  LXT Combi Drill. Which is the new upgrade to the popular BHP452 Combi Drill.

This is what you get in the kit

• 1 x BGA452Z - 18V Li-ion LXT Angle Grinder 115mm
• 1 x BHP456Z - 18V Li-ion LXT Combi Drill
• 1 x BJV180Z - 18V Li-ion LXT Jigsaw
• 1 x BML185 - 18V Li-ion LXT Torch
• 3 x BL1830 18V Li-ion Batteries
• 1 x DC18RA or DC18RC 18V Li-ion Charger
• Large Carry Case
• 1 x Pair of Makita Knee Pads
• Manufacturers instruction manual

One year manufacturer’s warranty

The DK1894 has an unbelievable RRP of £1,074 which is enough to put anyone off buying! However, WAIT, the best price we found was £448.92 including VAT and UK delivery!!!

Supplier	Price
ToolStop	£539.95
Power Tools Direct	£525.54
Sitebox Online	£597.59
Toolsonline	£648.64
My Mate Mark	£448.92

All prices correct as of 21^st May 2012

via onlinepowertools.org

Hitachi DH18DSL/JF 18V Li-ion Cordless SDS-Plus Hammer Drill

Manufacturer’s Description

Hitachi DH18DSL/JF 18V Li-ion Cordless SDS-Plus Hammer Drill

Hitachi DH18DSL/JF Cordless 18V Li-ion 2 mode SDS Plus hammer drill has a Save Power Mode, variable speed and reverse action.

In Power mode, the DH18DSL/JF will drill up to 16mm in concrete. You can switch to Save Mode to reduce the speed and impact rate for lighter duty work thus reducing the risk of damage to smaller drill bits.

An innovative feature is the idle striking prevention mechanism; this ensures that the hammer impact is only transmitted when the drill bit is applied to the work piece thus reducing wear and tear & maximising the life of the machine.

A five step adjustable belt hook with integral LED work light ensures that the DH18DSL/JF is always to hand and can work in low light areas.

The drill has external brush caps to make the replacement of carbon brushes quick and simple.

 A battery level indicator also shows how much charge is left in the battery, two lights means the battery is charged, one light means half charge and no lights means you should recharge the battery.

The Hitachi DH18DSL/JF also has an electric brake, a belt hook plus LED spotlight and comes complete with a fan cooled charger, 1 x 18V Li-ion battery & carry case.

Altogether a very compact and powerful 18V Li-ion Cordless SDS Plus Drill, also compatible with other Hitachi 18V Li-ion Slide batteries and machines in the range.

Features

• Cordless rotary hammer drill with lightweight Li-Ion battery
• Slide-on battery fitting
• Ultra slim handle for extra comfort and ease of use
• All electronic switch allows greater control at low speeds
• Battery level indicator shows when the battery needs charging at a glance
• Two mode action - rotary drilling and hammer drilling
• Compact & lightweight design
• Variable speed & reverse
• 'Save power' mode reduces risk of damage to smaller bits
• Electric brake
• Integrated LED spotlight
• Replaceable carbon brushes for longer motor life

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Bosch Power Tools - Great Online Presence

When it comes to online presence Bosch Power Tools probably wins hands down against all the other main brands.

Bosch have invested a lot of time, money and effort in developing a coherent web presence. They have developed a series of power tools websites that each focus on a different area of the power tools market.

For the home market they have DIY Power Tools and Accessories, Garden Tools;
In the Industry and trade market they have professional power tools.

There are also web sites for the non power tools side of Bosch's business.

All of this really helps to promote and cross-promote the Bosch power tools across all the market sectors.

 All the UK web sites are accessible through several Bosch portals.

The sites themselves are very will supported and very well tuned to the target audience. The DIY web site has lots of useful information, tips and project ideas.
The DIY Power Tools section is subdvided down easy to follow boundaries.

• New Tools - obvious really but suprising how many new tools there are.
• Cordless Tools - Everything cordless from drills, screwdrivers to glue guns. But beware products do not overlap the other sections. So the cordless multifunction tool will not show up in the main multifunction tools section - strange!
•  Impact Drills - The complete range of impact drills with specifications and comparrison charts.
•  Rotary Hammers - The complete range of rotary hammer drills with full specifications and comparison charts.
•  Saws - This group is further subdivided into jigsaws, sabre saws and circular saws each with the full product range and specifications.
•  Benchtop Tools - subsections for Mitre Saws, Table Saws. Saw Stations, Saw Stands and Bench Drills. Each subsection then provides product comparisons and specifications.
• Planers - The range of Planers with specification sheets and comparisons.
• Routers - The range of Routers with specification sheets and product comparisons.
•  Sanders - Subsections for Orbital Sanders, Random Orbit Sanders, Multi-Sanders and Belt sanders. Each with full product listings, specifications and comparisons.
• Angle Grinders - Product specification for the single Bosch angle grinder.
• Multifunction Tools - The range of corded multifunction tools with product specifications and comparisons.
• Decoration Tools - Subsections for Cordless Universal cutters, Tackers, Glue Guns, hot Air Guns and Wallpaper Strippers. Each section contains details of the products within the range (sometimes only one) and comparison charts.
• Paint Systems - Bosch have two main paint systems one for walls and one for wood. They are basically roller based and spray based respectively. The product options are listed in each section.
•  Digital Measuring Tools - The range of different Digital Tools are divided in to subsections. Covering Rangefinders, Detectors, Laser Levels, Laser Tape Measures and Tripods. Each subsection list the products and provides useful product information.

There are many Bosch Power Tools aimed at the DIY market. The website provides a good way of seeing what is available and what suits your requirements. The websites do not sell product (which I think is good) which means that the information is more informative rather than sales pitched. Some prices are referenced and there is a dealer locator. But most will just Google the product to see who has the best offer.

Hitachi Power Tools Shame About The Website

I thought it might be useful to take a look at Hitachi Power Tools as a sequel to my recent ramble about Bosch power tools.

I was sort of interested to see how the various big players are handling their on-line presence in view of the current economic situation and in view of the trend towards Internet shopping.

Now Hitachi Power Tools are just a small part of a really big multi-national organisation which is undergoing some major changes. But in the UK they are a major player in the power tools market. So one might expect to see an on-line presence to match. Sorry not the case here.

So if you visit www.hitachi-powertools.co.uk you might think that you had gone back in time a bit! There site is out of date and does not reflect the products currently on offer in the marketplace.

The brochure is 2010 vintage.

Not really giving the image of a company pushing to retain its market share in the UK.

But you would be wrong to think that Hitachi Power Tools are sitting back and sliding down the chute. Just today there was a news item about Hitachi's new brushless technology.

Hitachi's new 18V Brushless Motor Lithium Ion cordless products

Hitachi Power Tools announced the launch of its new 18V Brushless Motor Lithium Ion cordless products at Lowes. As of early May, Lowes will offer an 18V Lithium Ion Brushless Hammer Drill - model DV18DBL & an 18V Lithium Ion Brushless Impact Driver - model WH18DBDL. Hitachi's brushless motor technology delivers more power to the motor by minimizing unnecessary energy loss through friction and heat. Managed by a micro-processor chip that efficiently delivers current flow to the motor, brushless tools experience up to 50% longer run time between charges, increased power, and extended durability with essentially no maintenance. Hitachi's signature ergonomic design for the tool bodies makes them extremely well-balanced and comfortable for extended use. Covered by Hitachi's Lifetime Lithium Ion tool warranty and 2-year Lithium Ion battery warranty, the brushless tools stand alone against other professional cordless product on the market today........  Source http://home.nestor.minsk.by/build/news/2012/05/0709.html

 This could be a game changer in combination with Hitachi Power Tools battery technology.

So I think that it would be wrong to think that Hitachi are on the slide I took a look at the Hitachi France website and their brochure and products are up to date!!

So I think that Hitachi Power Tools (UK) are not pushing hard on-line at the moment.

Shame because they are good products.

Bosch Power Tools

I have to admit that I did get it totally wrong with regards to Bosch Power Tools.

Based on some experiences probably 20 years ago I had dismissed Bosch as being focussed on the bottom end of the market and not worthy of a second glance.  Was I wrong? ... I will get to that in a moment.

Now you have to remember that in Bob's mind Bob always knows best and he should not be swayed by some marketing or whatnot (the advertisers nightmare). My dad was the same he would never even look at a Ford. Not worth wasting time over (but that's another story).

So back in the day when I was a lot more active in the DIY department; I acquired a Bosch cordless electric screwdriver. A nifty little gadget with loads of torque and nicely sized to fit comfortably in the hand.  It had a handy charger which acted as a base. The purchase had been made because I was fitting my second kitchen and having assembled all the cabinets of the first kitchen (different house) using a conventional screwdriver I knew that an electric screwdriver would save loads of time and effort.

Well It worked like a dream for about half a day then gave up the ghost. The battery just wouldn't keep charge for more than a couple of screws. Leaving me no option but to assemble the cabinets by hand.   
Bad experience No.1

Not long after my wife brought home a Bosch garden strimmer as she thought it would be easy for her to tidy up some of the edges of the lawn near the patio and pathway. It was a total piece of junk that would only cut individual blades of grass if you surprised them! It really was a pointless piece of kit.
Bad experience No.2

Based on these two rather poor experiences I totally ignored Bosch power tools for many years. This was possibly unfair because I was basing everything on the poor performance of what was without a doubt, products at the bottom of the market. However, I say that there is just no point in selling products that do not do what they are designed to do and in my experience Bosch just didn't come close.  So my classification of all Bosch Power Tools did not change.

Now obviously in this time technology has moved on a pace and battery design is much more advanced. But also product design and construction are far more advanced. However so has the marketplace.

Time-was when I would go to the store and look at all the various options and make a judgement based on specification, price, availability and the look/feel of a product. As well as the recommendation of a knowledgeable sales person.

Of course now it is very different. Google 'power tools' and look at what comes up then do a bit of research and look at customer reviews. Pick the model you like and then search again to find the best price. Easy!

So now we look for the on-line presence, we need information rich power tool web sites, with loads of specifications and a manufacturer who can supply power tools to suit our requirements. We also need to see ongoing development and  support for users.

To my surprise guess which power tool manufacturer actually puts ticks in all the boxes...
You guessed it Bosch Power Tools  take a look for yourself  you should be pleasantly surprised.

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