MILWAUKEE power tools are built to last, owing to features such as compact brushless motors, in addition to gearboxes made from magnesium, and durable and heat-resistant materials that extend the lifespan of the motors significantly.
That’s according local supplier Upat, which added that the patented Milwaukee Powerstate brushless motors are supported by the manufacturer’s Redlink Plus technology, an onboard electronic system incorporated in every FUEL tool to optimise performance and decrease overheating of the motor and batteries.
“This revolutionary ‘smart’ system provides for full-cycle communication between the battery, charger, and motor. The system optimises performance by monitoring the internal workings of the tool constantly,” said Milwaukee Product Specialist at Upat, Werner Koch.
In addition, Milwaukee’s advanced Redlink battery technology optimises motor performance while under load.
“This all ensures that the battery has a 2 000-cycle warranty, which is on average five times greater than what other power tools can provide. Maintenance is minimal and mainly preventative, such as checking that all tools are dust-free and that batteries are fully charged.”
Koch added that the power-management technology ensures that when an operator pulls the trigger on the machine, the motor effectively communicates the precise power requirement to the battery for the task at hand. Power can be provided as needed, or energy consumption can be reduced if the task is not too arduous.
“Therefore, users are guaranteed constant speed and performance, whether under extra load, or free-running under normal operating conditions. Such constant performance avoids any performance dips, as well as preventing any damage to the tool itself.”
He said the Redlink technology also optimises motor performance while under load, monitoring each battery cell for load and temperature independently, and is able to isolate cells in order to optimise overall performance.
The battery pack will continue to operate until such time as that the cell in question has cooled down sufficiently and can be brought back into sequence to provide power. An added safety feature is that if, the battery pack reaches 50°C, it will shut down automatically.
“What we have with all of these features and technology is a total system that guarantees the best-performing cordless power tools on the market,” Koch said.
Globally, Milwaukee offers a broad range of over 100 types of hand tools, over 120 tools operated on its M18 battery platform, over 50 tools operated on its M12 battery platform, and over 150 corded tools. In addition, Milwaukee South Africa offers comprehensive aftermarket service and customer support.
Upat’s Milwaukee product specialists also give all customers full training on the range. While the main workshop is in Johannesburg, smaller workshops in Durban and Cape Town also handle repairs.