Makita 18V Li-ion Cordless Burshless Impact Driver With 2 x 5.0Ah Li-ion Batteries in a Makpac Type 2 Connector Case - DTD154RTJ Cordless And Brushless Technology From MakitaThe Makita DTD154 18V Lithium-ion cordless brushless impact driver is ideal for use in outdoor or harsh environments. The outer case design and enhanced dust and drip proof performance makes it much more reliable in comparison to previous models. The DTD154 is developed as the successor to the DTD148. The DTD170Z is another very highly rated, high-end cordless impact driver thats powered by 18 V Lithium-ion battery. It features a six mode operation for A-Mode/T-Mode/Max/Hard/Medium/Soft impact mode for multiple applications. They use premium grade steel to produce armature shafts and gears, and only steel of the highest grade is used. BL motor is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use for up to 50% longer run time per charge

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TD110DZ Impact Driver features electric brake, variable speed control trigger, forward and reverse gear Battery protection system provides over-discharge, temperature and current protection for enhanced performance, battery cycle life and overall battery lifeeXtreme Protection Technology (XPT) offers maximum protection against dust, debris and liquids for optimal performance in extreme conditions The Makita DTD171 is slightly small at 116mm compared to the DTD154’s 117mm in length. The high of the impact driver will depend on the battery you use. Adjustable Speed Settings and Modes It features a maintenance free brushless motor for increased life, electronic brake, a conveniently located push button for forward and reverse and an LED job light with preglow for use in low visibility applications. You don't get all the bells and whistles of the best rated DTD171Z model but this is an excellent unit and I think it's a bargain price and the best all round value, for what you get. Absolutely perfect as your first impact driver

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Both impact drivers come with variable speed trigger for finer power control, and electronic brake when you let go of the trigger. Job Light Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions The DTD has a 1 mode which is the following: Tek Mode – This mode gives you full power at the beginning of driving the screw in, once the screw is almost all the way in, the impact driver reduces power to ensure the screw is flush, and to avoid over tingeing of the screw, and screw cam-out. Is it Worth Upgrading From The DTD154 to DTD171? This is where you begin the notice the differences between the two 18v Makita impact drivers. The Makita DTD171 has 4 pre-set speed settings, and they are: Max:This Makita impact driver is the new entry level model. It has 155nm of power and just the basics features but don't be mistaken, this is still a great driver. Makita DTD154RTJ 18V 2x5Ah Li-ion Brushless Impact Driver Kit Makita 18V Li-ion Cordless Burshless Impact Driver With 2 x 5.0Ah Li-ion Batteries in a Makpac Type 2 Connector Case - DTD154 Both Makita impact drives have the same impacts per minute at 3,800 and no load speed at 3,600. It’s quite disappointing that Makita did not increase these in the DTD171, however, 3,800 IPM and 3,600 RPM is still very good. Brushless Motor