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Makita 40V Max Li-ion XGT

Introducing XGT, a new 40V standalone system; with a new charging adapter to allow the new 40V XGT platform to use the DC40RA charger to charge both LXT slide type battery and the new XGT battery in as little as 28 minutes.

The XGT range of tools and batteries have a built-in program that provides digital communication between the battery and the tool, allowing for the battery not only to talk with the tool but also for the tool to talk to the battery.

Makita GA012GZ

• Capable of continuously performing heavy duty cutting and grinding
• Wheel diameter 115mm, maximum wheel thickness 7.2mm
• Paddle type switch
• Anti-restart function
• Spindle lock for easy wheel changes
• Tool-less wheel cover
• Active Feedback Sensing Technology (AFT)
• Electric brake for incrfeased operator safety

The GA012GZ has a side handle that can be installed on either side of the Angle Grinder for operator convenience and tool-less wheel cover to allow the operator quick and easy angle adjustment, installation and removal of the wheel cover.

The GA012GZ features Active Sensing Feedback Technology (AFT) to shut down the Angle Grinder to protect the user if the rotation speed suddenly slows down.

Makita GA012GZ 40V Max Li-ion XGT 115mm Brushless Angle Grinder – Batteries, Charger and Adapter Not Included

The GA012GZ is a 115mm cordless Angle Grinder, designed to continuously perform heavy duty cutting and grinding, powered by 40V Li-ion XGT battery (not included) to supply energy to the powerful 40V brushless motor, with soft start for smooth start-ups, to deliver up to 8,500 rpm for faster cutting.

The GA012GZ is equipped with electric brake for increased operator safety, paddle type switch for operator convenience, anti-restart function to help prevent the motor from starting up when the battery is inserted into the Angle Grinder and spindle lock for quick and easy wheel changes.