Corded, Cordless or Petrol: Choosing a Makita Platform
Every main product below runs on one power source. Corded tools give full power for all-day work where mains or generator power is available. 18V LXT cordless tools share one battery system across a very wide range; twin-battery 36V tools use two 18V batteries. 40V max XGT cordless tools deliver close to corded power for heavier work; 80V tools use two 40V batteries. 12V max CXT tools are compact for light jobs. If your site already uses one battery system, staying with it saves buying more batteries and chargers.
In each table, the model is one tool and its options are kit codes: codes ending in Z are usually the tool body only, while longer codes include batteries, a charger and a case. The "What's different" column explains models that share the same headline specification. These tools are available through Bart Mining in partnership with Makita Tanzania.
Makita Power Cutter LXT
A twin-battery 36V cutter with a 230 mm wheel for cutting concrete, pipe and steel on site without fuel or cables.
| Model | Options (kit codes) | Key specification |
|---|---|---|
| DCE090 | DCE090P2X1, DCE090ZX1 | 36V (18Vx2) LXT • 230 mm |
Specifications are as published by Makita Tanzania; confirm the model, kit and availability when you request a quotation.
Makita Power Cutter XGT
80V cordless power cutters with 355 mm wheels, for wet or dry cutting of concrete and masonry.
| Model | Options (kit codes) | Key specification |
|---|---|---|
| CE001G | CE001GZ | 80V MAX (40Vx2) XGT • BL • 355mm • Wet & |
| CE002G | CE002GZ | 80V MAX (40Vx2) XGT • BL • 355mm • Dry 80Vmax 355mm (14″) |
Specifications are as published by Makita Tanzania; confirm the model, kit and availability when you request a quotation.
Makita Power Cutter
Petrol power cutters of 73 to 81 cm³ with 350 to 400 mm wheels, for cutting concrete, pipe and steel where there is no power at all.
| Model | Options (kit codes) | Key specification |
|---|---|---|
| EK7301 | EK7301WS | 73 cm3 • 3,8 kW • 355 mm |
| EK7651 | EK7651HX1 | 75 cm3 • 3,0 kW • 350 mm |
| EK8100 | EK8100WS | 81 cm³ • 4,2 kW • 400 mm |
Specifications are as published by Makita Tanzania; confirm the model, kit and availability when you request a quotation.
Makita Power Cutters Specifications
The figures below describe typical industry specifications for this class of equipment rather than a single fixed model. Use them to scope a requirement, then confirm exact figures against the supplied unit before purchase.
| Specification | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Makita |
| Main products | Power Cutter LXT, Power Cutter XGT, Power Cutter |
| Models listed | 6 models (7 kit codes) |
| Power options | 18V LXT cordless, 40V max XGT cordless, Petrol engine |
| Sizes | 230 mm (36V cordless), 355 mm (80V cordless, petrol), up to 400 mm (petrol) |
| Availability | Through Bart Mining in partnership with Makita Tanzania; confirm the model and kit when you enquire |
Makita Power Cutters: Uses and Applications
- Cutting concrete for trenches, openings and repairs
- Cutting steel pipe and sections on site
- Cutting where no power supply is available (petrol)
- Wet cutting to control dust
Maintenance Schedule
Most premature failures in this equipment class trace back to a missed routine check rather than a design fault. The intervals below are a practical starting schedule; adjust them to your duty cycle and the manufacturer manual.
| Interval | Task |
|---|---|
| Every use | Check the wheel for cracks and the guard position; clean the air filter on petrol models. |
| Weekly | Check belt tension, spark plug and fuel lines on petrol models; clean battery contacts on cordless models. |
| As specified | Service the engine at the hours given in the manual. |
| As needed | Replace worn wheels; never use a wheel rated below the cutter speed. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Petrol or cordless?
Petrol suits remote work and long cutting with no power. Cordless suits enclosed or noise-sensitive areas and short jobs where fuel handling is unwelcome.
How do I control dust when cutting concrete?
Cut wet where the cutter supports it, and wear respiratory protection. Concrete dust contains silica and must be controlled.
Which wheel should I use?
Diamond wheels for concrete and masonry, abrasive wheels for steel. Use wheels rated for the cutter’s speed and size.
Supply and Delivery Across Tanzania
Bart Mining supplies makita power cutters and related equipment to mining operations throughout Tanzania, with primary coverage of the Lake Victoria Goldfields (Mwanza, Kahama, Geita, Shinyanga and Bukombe), alongside the Lupa Goldfields around Chunya and Mbeya, and delivery nationwide from Dar es Salaam.