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 Steel Rod Cutter LXT
18V cordless rebar cutters for 3 to 25 mm bar, quieter and safer than an abrasive wheel.
| Model | Options (kit codes) | Key specification |
|---|---|---|
| DSC163 | DSC163ZK | 18V LXT • 3 – 16 mm |
| DSC251 | DSC251ZK | 18V LXT • 10 – 25 mm • 2 200 min⁻¹ |
Specifications are as published by Makita Tanzania; confirm the model, kit and availability when you request a quotation.
Makita Threaded Rod Cutter CXT
A compact 12V cordless cutter for M6 to M10 threaded rod.
| Model | Options (kit codes) | Key specification |
|---|---|---|
| SC103D | SC103DZJ | 12V MAX • M6 – M10 mm |
Specifications are as published by Makita Tanzania; confirm the model, kit and availability when you request a quotation.
Makita Threaded Rod Cutter LXT
An 18V cordless cutter for M6 to M10 threaded rod with a clean, burr-free cut.
| Model | Options (kit codes) | Key specification |
|---|---|---|
| DSC102 | DSC102ZJ | 18V LXT • M6 – M10 |
Specifications are as published by Makita Tanzania; confirm the model, kit and availability when you request a quotation.
Makita Rod 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 | Steel Rod Cutter LXT, Threaded Rod Cutter CXT, Threaded Rod Cutter LXT |
| Models listed | 4 models (4 kit codes) |
| Power options | 18V LXT cordless, 12V max CXT cordless |
| Sizes | Rebar 3–25 mm; threaded rod M6–M10 |
| Availability | Through Bart Mining in partnership with Makita Tanzania; confirm the model and kit when you enquire |
Makita Rod Cutters: Uses and Applications
- Cutting rebar for foundations and plinths
- Cutting threaded rod for pipe and cable hangers
- Spark-free cutting in occupied areas
- Repetitive cutting during installation
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 cutting dies for wear and clean them. |
| Weekly | Check battery contacts and the body for damage. |
| As needed | Replace dies matched to the rod size. |
| As specified | Service as the Makita manual specifies. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why not use a grinder?
A rod cutter shears the bar in seconds with no sparks or burrs and no discs to replace, which is faster and safer for repeated cuts.
Which dies do I need?
Threaded rod cutters need dies matched to each thread size (M6, M8, M10).
Is 12V CXT enough?
For M6 to M10 threaded rod, yes. For rebar, use the 18V LXT rebar cutters.
Supply and Delivery Across Tanzania
Bart Mining supplies makita rod 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.