Makita BFR540 User manual

Comparison of Efficiency
Accessories
Note: 1. It may differ under some conditions.
2. Numbers in the charts below are relative values when the capacities of Makita Models
are indexed at 100.
60 80 100 120
fastslow
Makita
BFR540
100
100
Competitor "S"
45
45
0 60 80 100 120
fastslow
Makita
BFR550 / BFR750
100
100
Competitor "S"
65
65
0
1
Test conditions:
Drove 35mm drywall screws through a plasterboard into Douglas-fir timber.
14.4V Model 18V Model
2
Test conditions:
Drove 55mm drywall screws through three plasterboard into Douglas-fir timber.
Extension handle
Part No. 194500-1
Phillips bit 5pc per pkg.
For Model Size Length (mm) Part No.
BFR540, BFR550
BFR750
No.2
No.2
162
182
B-10481
B-10475
430
130
100
Li-ion 3.0Ah
Ni-MH
3.0Ah
Ni-cd
2.0Ah
The numbers in the chart are
relative values when the amount
of Ni-cd 2.0Ah is indexed at 100.
Total Power Delivery Amount of each battery's service lifetime
43
43
0%
0%
EXTREME
EXTREME
ST
ST
AMINA
AMINA
in comparison with Makita Ni-cd 2.0Ah batteries
in comparison with Makita Ni-cd 2.0Ah batteries
Life time work volume
Life time work volume
430%
EXTREME
STAMINA in comparison with Makita Ni-cd 2.0Ah batteries
Life time work volume
Traditional Charging Method
min
DC18RA's Optimum
Charging System
min
:: Communicates with individual battery.
:: Recognizes ID of battery and its history.
:: Analyzes its condition ; Battery may have been abused
by heat or over-discharging, or weakened by cycle age.
:: Knows how to look after each MAKSTAR battery to
MAXIMIZE CYCLE LIFE + WORK VOLUME.
:: Charges optimum and gentle way with Active 3 Controls ;
Active Current Control
Active Thermal Control
Active Voltage Control
:: Cools down
inside battery
Cooling fan
OPTIMUM CHARGING SYSTEM
Voltage
Temperature
Current
ANYTIME CHARGE
NO MEMORY
EFFECT
No discharging
required
LONGTIME STORAGE
LOW SELF
DISCHARGE
FIRM HOLDING
MULTI
CONTACT
SHOCK ABSORBING
HEAVY
DUTY PACK
ZZZ...
40%
lighter
MAKITA
18V Li-ion 3.0Ah
14.4V Li-ion 3.0Ah
MAKITA
18V /14.4V
Ni-MH 3.0Ah
LIGHTWEIGHT & COMPACT
Makes battery life longer because this charging system
takes care of battery by following functions.
14.4V Lithium-ion
Battery BL1430
18V Lithium-ion Battery
BL1830
Built-in CPU
Built-in Memory Chip
Charger : DC18RA
Charging time
min.
22
Items of standard equipment and specifications may differ by country or area.
Cordless Auto Feed Screwdriver BFR540 / BFR550 / BFR750 440
Capacity Drywall screw
Bit size Hex Shank
No load speed (rpm)
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
Net weight
Voltage
BFR540
4 x 25 to 55mm
(5/32"x 1 to 2-3/16")
6.35mm (1/4")
4,000
424 x 80 x 238mm
(16-3/4" x 3-1/8" x 9-3/8")
2.1kg (4.6lbs)
14.4V
BFR550
4 x 25 to 55mm
(5/32"x 1
to 2-3/16")
6.35mm (1/4")
4,000
424 x 80 x 238mm
(16-3/4" x 3-1/8" x 9-3/8")
2.3kg (5.0lbs)
18V
BFR750
4 x 45 to 75mm
(5/32"x 1-3/4 to 2-15/16")
6.35mm (1/4")
4,000
464 x 80 x 238mm
(18-1/4" x 3-1/8" x 9-3/8")
2.3kg (5.0lbs)
18V
Standard Equipment
Bit (3pcs.)
Reversing
Carrying Case
BFR540 BFR550 / BFR750
Satisfy Professional's Needs
BFR540 BFR550 / BFR750
Cordless Auto Feed Screwdriver
PRINTED IN JAPAN Z15216-2 2007-07
Makita Corporation
3-11-8 Sumiyoshi-cho, Anjo, Aichi, 446-8502 Japan

4,000rpm
Capacity:
4mm X 25mm to 55mm
(5/32" X 1" to 2-3/16)
BFR540
4,000rpm
Capacity:
4mm X 45mm to 75mm
(5/32" X 1-3/4" to 2-15/16")
BFR750
4,000rpm
Capacity:
4mm X 25mm to 55mm
(5/32" X 1" to 2-3/16")
BFR550
Screw Guide
/// Designed to prevent collated
screw strip from getting tangled
/// Foldable for easy transport
and storage
Screw strip can be removed
also in the direction of the
arrow by pushing button.
424mm (16-3/4")
424mm (16-3/4")
464mm (18-1/4")
Hook
attachable
to both sides
Reverse switch
Operable by One Hand
Sturdy Aluminum Casing
More Reliable Casing Attachment
1Push
2Pull
Accept screw length up to 75mm
Accept screw length up to 55mm
Accept screw length up to 55mm
1Reverse Switch
Operable by One Hand
1
2
2Lock-On Button
for Continuous Operation
Ergonomically designed
rubberized grip
Provides more control
and comfort.
Quick Shooting
with Makita's New Silent Clutch
Our New Silent Clutch features extremely high durability
while ensuring high operation efficiency with direct drive
transmission in reverse rotation.
Dust-proof construction
for smooth sliding action
Guide rail is provided for
smooth sliding.
Anti-tilt device
for accurate positioning
and preventing swaying
Less noise at the end of
driving process
When the bit pushes screw,
synchronized rotation starts
for smooth engagement.
The utmost
durable clutch
Guide rail
Indicator line for feeding position
Adjustable Stopper Base with 7 settings for different screw lengths
Casing can be removed/ installed without tool.
Rubber cap
securely fixed to Stopper
Base for accurate positioning
and preventing slip
Stopper base with anti-tilt device for preventing screws from swaying