Makita BML184 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Fluorescent/Incandescent Flashlight
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Average customer review:Product Description
This rechargeable 18 volt flashlight provides bright area lighting. Does include hang strap with swivel hook. Does NOT include battery. Customers also search for: Discount 18 Volt Lithium Ion Fluorescent / Incandescent Flashlight, Buy 18 Volt Lithium Ion Fluorescent / Incandescent Flashlight, Wholesale 18 Volt Lithium Ion Fluorescent / Incandescent Flashlight, 088381070386, ToolWeb, Heavy-Duty
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1344 in Home Improvement
- Brand: Makita
- Model: BML184
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 4.00" h x 4.00" w x 15.00" l, 2.00 pounds
Features
- Long run time with up to 15 incandescent hours and 4 fluorescent hours per charge
- Slim, compact design -- only 17-3/4 inches in length and weighs just over 2 lbs.
- Hang strap with swivel hook for extra convenience
- Makita LXT Lithium-Ion battery and Energy Star rated 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycle
- 1-year warranty on flashlight
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description
Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Fluorescent/Incandescent Flashlight delivers bright area lighting to the work area. The BML184 is compact and durable, and can be powered by a Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Battery (sold separately). It is built to accompany the rest of the Makita LXT Series tools to the job site.
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The BML184 delivers high illumination with a 13-watt fluorescent light. The two-mode BML184 can also be used as a flashlight with a Xenon bulb for extra brightness. It has a long run time, with up to 15 incandescent hours and four fluorescent hours per charge on a Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Battery (sold separately). The BML184 weighs just 2.2 pounds (with battery, sold separately) with a slim, compact design at 17-3/4 inches in length and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove. It includes a retractable hook and a hang strap with swivel hook for added convenience. The BML184 is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.
bout Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool Series
As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V Compact Lithium-Ion for cordless power in a more compact size.
About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best-in-Class Engineering.
Warranty
Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-Year Warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.
What's in the Box
Makita BML184 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Fluorescent/Incandescent Flashlight and hang strap with swivel hook (battery not included).
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From the Manufacturer
Designed to provide bright area lighting with its 13 watt fluorescent light
Customer Reviews
Nice flourescent, flashlight is just OK.
I have had this light for a couple of months and really like it. The flourescent light works really well and is great for under-hood/under-sink applications. I recently had to replace a reverse osmosis system under our kitche sink. I was under there for a couple of hours due to comlpications and never had to worry about lack of light, or relocating the light because it lit evrything up so well. I also did not have to replace a battery during that time. It has a really cool hook to hang from, and a strap as well. I assume it would be good for camping, except that: 1) I am not positive how long the batteries will run and 2) It would pose a problem recharging batteries unless you have a power inverter for your vehicle.
The downside to this light is the flashlight function. It essentially works about as well as a small Mag Light. Not much light for the power that the battery puts out. If you are looking for a flashlight, you are better off purchasing the BML185. Be warned that if you do purchase a BML185, it DOES NOT come with a Xenon bulb as advertised. I have contacted Makita directly about this several times, but they don't seem to care (that is a whole other story).
I have purchased from Tool King before and frankly was not impressed at all with their service. If you run into problems, don't expect a lot of help.
At any rate, this is a great light and worth the money for the flourescent light alone.
disappointing
I have the other Makita lxt tools and bought this light since so many batteries are nearby and available. This light belongs at 'Dollar General'. Clumsy design. Switch button difficult to operate, cycles thru on/on/off and is easily left on when you come in from the dark. The flourescent mode burns the same hours as the BML185 zenon but is not nearly as bright. It's a 'flood' as opposed to the 'spot' of the 185 and a cooler light temperature. Flimsy construction. A strap bracket is molded at the top of the grip and chafes the soft part of your hand at the base of the thumb. I wear XL gloves so perhaps my hands are too large, I dunno. The lxt tools are great, I have 3 drills, etc. But this flourscent light should sell somewhere for about $4.99 ..... without the Makita name.
Works GREAT
I'm not sure what was wrong with the light that other reviewer received because you sure can't get quality like this at the dollar store. Very sturdy construction! The fluorescent light works great. The incandescent light is just OK. I'm not sure why Makita is still using incandescent bulbs in their 18v lights when their 10.8v light has a nice bright LED bulb.. (I own that, too). To those who are concerned about forgetting to push the button twice to turn off the light, just take the incandescent bulb out and forget about the "flashlight" portion that you complain about anyway! If anyone's interested in converting the incandescent light in their BML184 or their BML185, you can get an 18v LED bulb on ebay shipped for under twenty bucks. I put one of those in my BML185 and turned it into a powerful LED spotlight, with better battery life! If the incandescent portion of this light was replaced with a nice bright battery saving LED, I'd rate 5 out of 5.



























