Makita’s Auto-Start Wireless System (AWS ) uses Bluetooth technology for wireless power-on and power-off communication between the equipped tool and dust extractor. Once connected via AWS , your dust extractor will automatically power on or off when your cordless tool starts or stops, running only when your cordless tool is in use. For added convenience, you can link up to 10 AWS tools to one AWS dust extractor / vacuum.
What are the benefits?
1. Eliminates Cords
Using our cordless LXT dust extractor with a cordless LXT tool means no more grounding issues, no re-plugging the cord, and reduced trip hazards.
2. Increases Productivity and Convenience
Intelligent Bluetooth communication using dust extractor only while tool is in use extends battery run time of the dust extractor, increasing productivity on a single charge. Also, by connecting up to 10 AWS tools at a time, just reconnect the dust hose when switching between power tools and reduce time wasted on manually powering multiple tools on and off.
3. Reduces Excessive Noise
The AWS dust extractor / vacuum runs only while the AWS power tool is in use, reducing continuous noise at the job or work site.
How it works
Step One:
Set the stand-by switch on the dust extractor to AUTO
Step Two:
Press the wireless activation button on the dust extractor for 3 seconds until the wireless activation lamp blinks in green
Step Three:
Then press the wireless activation button on the tool in the same way
Now you’re connected!
Just activate your power tool and the dust extractor will automatically start.
For almost 10 years, Makita have been working with brushless motors
Since their introduction in our tool range, brushless has shown the benefits of both longer life and greater power.
2x Longer Runtime
The Makita Brushless motor is precision engineered to be up to 50% more efficient than a comparative model. This means a fully charged 18V lithium-ion battery will last almost twice as long as a product running on a standard motor.
Makita Brushless tools bring with them greater productivity, as not only do they last longer but they charge faster, thanks to the power of lithium-ion.
Power of Lithium-ion
Of course, since the Makita Brushless range runs off the Lithium-ion system, a single battery can be used on over 75+ tools and products.
Purchasing one of our 18V Cordless tools could be a welcome addition to your inventory, or the start of a collection of Makita tools in your job bag.
Less Friction, More Torque
Without brushes to apply friction, a Brushless motor can produce a greater measure of torque per weight. With more torque at your disposal less power is required for day to day use, adding to the motors efficiency and extending the overall lifetime as maintenance becomes less of an issue.
We’re confident that a Makita Brushless can hold it’s own against similar products with little to no problems. The benefits of a longer lifetime and greater power are hard to ignore.
Extreme Protection Technology
Enhanced dust and drip-Resistant performance
XPT is a protective seal inside the tool engineered to provide improved water resistance by channelling water and dust from the tool’s key internal components
For use in outdoor applications or harsh environments, protection from dust and dripping water is enhanced compared with other models.
AVT – Anti Vibration Technology
AVT is designed to reduce vibrations normally transmitted to the operator.
These vibrations induce fatigue, accidents and long term injuries (RSI) etc.
AVT – saves time, money and compliance costs without reducing efficiency.
Makita used the science of earthquake engineering to introduce the safest heavy-duty power tools available with vibration ratings nearly 50% lower than comparable products. AVT uses the science of dynamic dampening to dramatically reduce rotary vibration and at the same time increase impact power by up to 75%.
1. Counterweight mechanism
dampens the vibration produced by impact mechanism by moving a counterweight in the opposite direction to the movement of the piston.
2. Damper spring
absorbs reaction force caused by drill bit at the moment of impact.
Makita’s cordless ecosystem is built around three voltage platforms, each engineered for a different range of torque, runtime, and application.
12V max CXT
Makita’s compact sub-compact platform, designed for tools that prioritise size and weight over raw power — pistol-grip drivers, compact impact drivers, and precision tools for tight spaces, overhead work, or electrical/installation trades. CXT tools typically run on 2.0Ah–4.0Ah batteries and are built for control-critical tasks rather than heavy-duty output.
18V LXT
Makita’s flagship platform and the largest cordless tool ecosystem on the market, spanning drills, impact drivers, angle grinders, circular saws, reciprocating saws, and outdoor power equipment — all sharing a single battery interface across 1.5Ah to 6.0Ah capacities. LXT balances power-to-weight ratio for general trade and site use, and its cross-compatibility across hundreds of SKUs makes it the standard entry point for contractors building a multi-tool kit.
40V max XGT
Makita’s high-output platform, engineered to approach or exceed corded/petrol performance for heavy-duty applications — large-diameter grinders, high-torque demolition hammers, and higher-capacity outdoor equipment. XGT batteries (2.5Ah–8.0Ah) deliver higher sustained wattage output, and XGT tools are generally specced for continuous, high-load operation rather than intermittent use.
Many tools across all three platforms incorporate AVT (Anti-Vibration Technology), which uses counterbalance mechanisms to reduce vibration transmission to the operator — relevant for HAVS (Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome) exposure management on tools used for extended, high-vibration tasks like demolition hammers and reciprocating saws.
For contractors, engineering firms, marine/shipyard teams, and MCST facilities: platform selection affects fleet standardisation. Running CXT for installation/precision work, LXT as the general-purpose backbone, and XGT for heavy-duty tasks lets you match battery capacity to application without over- or under-speccing tools. We support bulk and trade orders — WhatsApp us at 8840 9978 or submit a quote request for project or fleet pricing.
Building your first Makita kit? LXT remains the most practical starting platform given its tool range and battery compatibility. Browse our Makita Power Tools, Makita Accessories, and Makita Storage ranges to get started.
Battery Compatibility FAQ
Can I use a CXT battery in an LXT tool, or vice versa?
No. CXT (12V max), LXT (18V), and XGT (40V max) each use different battery connectors, voltages, and internal electronics. A battery only fits and functions within its own platform — a CXT tool takes CXT batteries only, an LXT tool takes LXT batteries only, and so on.
Can I use an 18V LXT battery in a 40V XGT tool?
No, not for powering the tool. However, Makita’s ADP10 adapter lets an XGT charger charge LXT batteries — a genuine official bridge between the two platforms, but for charging only. It does not let an LXT battery power an XGT tool, or an XGT battery power an LXT tool.
Are batteries interchangeable within the same platform?
Yes. Any LXT battery works across the full range of LXT tools (drills, saws, grinders, etc.), regardless of Ah capacity — higher Ah simply means longer runtime. The same applies within CXT and within XGT.
Do I need to worry about tool/battery compatibility beyond voltage?
Yes — Makita’s Star Protection Computer Controls is a communication system between compatible batteries and tools that helps prevent overloading, over-discharging, and overheating. Always check the platform label (CXT/LXT/XGT) printed on the tool before purchasing batteries, rather than assuming by voltage alone.
Fleet/procurement tip for contractors and MCST teams: standardising your crew on one primary platform (typically LXT for general use) minimises battery/charger inventory complexity. Mixed-platform fleets should track CXT, LXT, and XGT stock separately to avoid charger mismatches on-site.
Detailed Information for Jigsaw Blade
Teeth Type
Teeth Manufacture
Milled Teeth:
Low cost type of manufacturing
For general cutting
Soft to hard materials
Long blade life
Ground Teeth:
Costly type of manufacturing
Very sharp
Accurate, clean cut
Soft to medium hard materials
Production Method
Side Set: each individual tooth is alternately bent to the left and to the right. Raker setting Example: right, left,straight
Wavy Set: row of teeth receives a wave shape
Ground: blade body tapers to the rear (conical)
Jig Saw Blade Material
HCS (High Carbon Steel): For cutting softer material such as wood and plastics
HSS (High Speed Steel): For cutting harder material such as metals
BiM (Bi metal, HCS base and HSS teeth): For cutting soft materials to hard materials such as wood, metal, plastics
TC (Tungsten Carbide): For cutting glass fiber reinforced plastic, cement-bonded fiberboards or plasterboard
