Product Tag - Outdoor

  • Makita Four Port Charger, 18V LXT

    The 18V Lithium-Ion 4-Port Charger (model DC18SF) offers several advantages for cordless tool users. It has a compact size that is ideal for job site or shop use, and will accommodate up to four 18V Lithium-Ion batteries at one time for increased efficiency and less downtime.

    The DC18SF will charge two 18V LXT® 3.0 Ah batteries in 60 minutes, and four 18V LXT® 3.0 Ah batteries in 120 minutes. The charger will also accommodate 18V Compact Lithium-Ion 2.0 Ah batteries, with a 50-minute charge time for two batteries and up to 100 minutes for four batteries. It is compatible with all Makita 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries.

  • Makita Single Port Automotive Charger, 18V LXT

    The Makita Optimum automotive charger is designed for anyone that needs to be able to charge their LXT batteries on the go, perfect for tradesmen and other professional that can use the down time to re-charge their batteries using conventional 12V sockets.

    The Optimum Charger offers key advantages for Makita 18V Lithium-Ion cordless tool users. The exclusive built-in fan cools the battery by forcing air through the battery’s air vents during the charging process for faster charging. The charger communicates with the battery’s built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature. The result is category-leading battery charge times, which means the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger.

  • Makita Dual Port Rapid Charger, 18V LXT

    Makita LXT® is the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. At the heart of the LXT® System is the 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion battery and the efficient Rapid Optimum Charger. The 18V Lithium-Ion Dual Port Rapid Optimum Charger (DC18RD) charges two batteries at the same time, giving tool users unparalleled charging efficiency so their batteries spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger.

  • MAKITA SINGLE PORT RAPID CHARGER, 18V LXT

    Makita LXT® is the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. At the heart of the Makita 18V LXT® System is the efficient Rapid Optimum Charger.

    The Rapid Optimum Charger offers key advantages for Makita 18V Lithium-Ion cordless tool users. The exclusive built-in fan cools the battery by forcing air through the battery’s air vents during the charging process for faster charging. The charger communicates with the battery’s built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature. The result is category-leading battery charge times, which means the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger.

  • Makita 18V LXT Battery Series, w/ Star Protection

    The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion battery charges faster and works longer than standard lithium-ion batteries, giving you and your cordless tools unmatched performance and productivity to take on the most demanding applications. The Makita line of 18V batteries combines more run time, with category-leading charge times, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. For added convenience, they also features an L.E.D. charge level indicator to monitor battery charge.

    For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita created STAR Protection Computer Controls™. STAR Protection is communication technology that allows the tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating. The 18V LXT® battery series is compatible only with Star Protection tools, indicated by the Star Symbol™ and/or Yellow Battery Receiver under the tool. All current Makita tools sold at Thread Source are Star compatible.

    There are five batteries available in the Makita 18V LXT lineup. Those are:

    1. BL1820B, 18V LXT 2.0Ah
    2. BL1830B, 18V LXT 3.0Ah
    3. BL1840B, 18V LXT 4.0Ah
    4. BL1850B, 18V LXT 5.0Ah
    5. BL1860B, 18V LXT 6.0Ah
  • Makita XGT 40V 17″ String Trimmer, Brush Cutter

    The Makita 40V max XGT® Brushless String Trimmer is engineered to provide the power equivalent to a 30cc string trimmer, but with lower noise, less maintenance, zero emissions, and no pull starts. It also has lower weight than a comparable gas-powered model. It has a 17” cutting swath and a rapid load bump and feed trimmer head for efficient trimming. It also has a brush cutter debris shield and loop handle equipped with a barrier bar for compatibility with brush cutter blades.

    XGT® is a system of equipment, tools, batteries, and chargers utilizing 40v max lithium-ion batteries. XGT® is engineered to deliver high power to take on high-demand applications, allowing users to completely transition to a cordless job site. XGT is equipped with advanced brushless motor engineering, intelligent digital communication, and superior durability features to outpower, outsmart and outlast the rest.

    There are 2 feature models of the GRU03 String Trimmer. The choice is with or without one battery and rapid charger. Options for the Makita GRU03 are:

    1. GRU03Z: Tool only, with shoulder strap
    2. GRU03M1: Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, charger, shoulder strap
  • Makita XGT 40V 18” Rear Handle Tool-Less Chainsaw

    Landscapers and contractors are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE, including the 40V max XGT® Brushless 18” Chain Saw (GCU06). With zero emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance, the GCU06 is a welcome solution for cutting and trimming applications.

    Convenience features include a captured bar nut and tool-less lateral chain tensioning, adjustable automatic chain lubrication with large oil reservoir, and a large oil filling port with a view window that allows the operator to easily add and check bar oil level.

    XGT® is a system of equipment, tools, batteries, and chargers utilizing 40V max lithium-ion batteries. XGT® is engineered to deliver high power to take on high-demand applications, allowing users to completely transition to a cordless job site. XGT® is equipped with advanced brushless motor engineering, intelligent digital communication, and superior durability features to outpower, outsmart and outlast the rest.

    There are 2 feature models of the GCU06 Tool-less Chainsaw. The choice is with or without one battery and rapid charger. Both models come with standard accessories of 18″ guide bar, and 18″ saw chain. Options for the Makita GCU06 are:

    1. GCU06Z: Tool only, accessories
    2. GCU06T1: Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah battery, rapid charger, and accessories
  • Makita XGT 40V 16” Rear Handle Tool-Less Chainsaw

    Landscapers and contractors are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE, including the 40V max XGT® Brushless 16” Chain Saw (GCU05). With zero emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance, the GCU05 is a welcome solution for cutting and trimming applications.

    Convenience features include a captured bar nut and tool-less lateral chain tensioning, adjustable automatic chain lubrication with large oil reservoir, and a large oil filling port with a view window that allows the operator to easily add and check bar oil level.

    XGT® is a system of equipment, tools, batteries, and chargers utilizing 40V max lithium-ion batteries. XGT® is engineered to deliver high power to take on high-demand applications, allowing users to completely transition to a cordless job site. XGT® is equipped with advanced brushless motor engineering, intelligent digital communication, and superior durability features to outpower, outsmart and outlast the rest.

    There are 3 feature models of the GCU05  Tool-less Chainsaw. The choices are with or without one or two batteries and charger.  All models come with standard accessories of 16″ guide bar, and 16″ saw chain. Options for the Makita GCU05 are:

    1. GCU05Z: Tool only, with accessories
    2. GCU05M1: Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, rapid charger, and accessories
    3. GCU05T: Tool, (2) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah batteries, rapid charger, and accessories
  • Tek Self-Drilling Screws

    Teks screws provide secure fastening to metal with strong holding power, without the need to pre-drill. High performance cutting tips are designed to quickly penetrate the metal surface for easy installation. Self-tapping threads ensure strong holding power, in either sheet metal or steel beams. There are even Teks screws for wood-to-metal applicaitons.
    Standard grade Teks screws are ideal for attaching HVAC, electrical work, metal framing, and general light to medium applications. The TRAXX grades are designed for heavier applications, and are available in Stainless Steel and Hardened Steel.
    There are also several types that include neoprene washers, to seal the drill site against rain or other water.
    Please answer the following questions to find the exact Teks screw that you need.

  • Makita 15″ String Trimmer, 18V X2 LXT

    Landscapers are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line-up of cordless OPE, including the 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless String Trimmer Kit (model XRU15). With zero emissions, lower noise and considerably less maintenance than gas-powered string trimmers, the 36V (18V X2) LXT® String Trimmer is a welcome solution for landscapers. It’s powered by two fast-charging 18V LXT Batteries for maximum power and run time, but without leaving the strongly-preferred 18V battery platform.

    Electronic controls efficiently use battery energy to match the changing demands of the application for increased power and speed when needed. In addition, the XRU15 string trimmer rotates in the same counter-clockwise direction as professional-grade trimmers, and uses industry standard spindles (M10x1.25 LH) for added convenience.

    There are 2 feature models of the XRU15 string trimmer. The choice is with or without four batteries and dual port rapid charger. Options for the Makita XRU15 are:

    1. XRU15Z: Tool only
    2. XRU15PT1: Tool, (4) 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah batteries, and dual port rapid charger
  • Makita 22″ Hedge Trimmer, 18V LXT

    Landscapers and contractors are demanding more cordless alternatives to corded and gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE, including the Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless Hedge Trimmer (model XHU02). With zero emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance, the XHU02 is a welcome solution for trimming applications.

    The XHU02 has a Makita-built motor that delivers 2,700 SPM and a 22″ blade for increased cutting capacity. The XHU02 will run up to 1-1/2 hours on the low setting on a single charge using an 18V LXT® 4.0Ah battery. Cordless technology also means lower noise, and at only 87 dB(A) the XHU02M1 is 25% quieter than corded hedge trimmers.

    There are 2 feature models of the XHU02 Hedge Trimmer. The choice is with or without one battery and rapid charger. Options for the Makita XHU02 are:

    1. XHU02Z: Tool only
    2. XHU02M1: Tool, (1) 18v LXT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, rapid charger
  • Makita 14″ Chain Saw, 18V X2 LXT

    Landscapers and contractors are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE, including the 18V X2 LXT® (36V) Brushless Chain Saw. With zero emissions, lower noise, and considerably less maintenance, the XCU03 is a welcome solution for cutting and trimming applications. It’s powered by two 18V LXT® batteries for 36V power and run time, but without leaving the strongly-preferred 18V battery platform. And with the efficient Makita outer-rotor brushless motor with direct drive system, users get high power efficiency that is equivalent to a gas chain saw.

    There are 3 feature models of the XCU03 Chain Saw. The choices are tool only, or tool with two batteries and charger, or tool with four batteries and charger. Options for the Makita XCU03 are:

    1. XCU03Z: Tool only
    2. XCU03PT: Tool, (2) ea. 18V LXT® 5.0Ah batteries, and dual port rapid charger
    3. XCU03PT1: Tool, (4) ea. 18V LXT® 5.0Ah batteries, and dual port rapid charger