But it looks like the materials of construction are synthetic – which in some applications (where fire or electrical arc discharge is a possibility) this would be a show-stopper.

The jacket also protects against ultraviolet and infrared rays which helps keep external heat from raising the internal temperature.Say goodbye to the unpredictable weather and hello to a cosy and efficient way to keep your clothes in top condition. In addition to powering the expanding line-up of 18V cordless tools and accessories, Makita 18V batteries can help you keep cooler in hot job site conditions. We are having a string of 100+ days at the moment with Thursday forecast to be 106 and Friday forecast to be 107. Makita’s leading technology gives tool users unmatched performance and breadth of line, with innovation in motor and battery technology that is obliterating industry standards – and leaving old thinking behind.

To start off, this is not Makita’s first expansion since their first cordless cooling jacket, there are other models, including full vests. The extended warranty excludes batteries, chargers, accessories, and clothing which will only be covered by the standard 1 year.

Also, the jacket is available in several different materials including materials that are flame retardant for use by welders. I would assume the fan works in a similar manner as the inflating cooling vest, where it pushes air throughout the inner panels, rather than pulling it out. I might be able able shed clothing to ride a tractor, but my skin isn’t tough enough to do bared-wire fencing without some protection. Most people that sweat a lot at work would benefit from this since kangaroos just lick their arms to lower their body temperature and have been doing it for years…the elephants use their big ears to cool off. We do have compressed air vests available but they’re nothing short of terrible, and you’re tethered to the wall with any number of obstacles in the way.

If this is the case then it will clearly be indicated in the product information for your awareness. There’s one key thing to note about Pro Tool Reviews: We’re all about the professional tool user and tradesman!The Fan Jacket has a 3 stage air flow mode control, High, Medium and Low, with an indicator on the battery holder (not included).

There are times I’ve thought about getting a motorcycle cooled outfit and figuring out a way to make that work. With the fans running at the high-speed setting, we managed to get 6 hours and 2 minutes of runtime.

The battery slides onto the power source, which has an on/off button and mode indicators as well as a belt clip so it's out of your way but within reach for quick and easy access. When it’s 90-100+ degrees outside and I’m in full leathers (yea chaps and jacket) with a respirator under my hood something like this is a must have. The information collected is used to send you newsletters, targeted information regarding Makita ® products, and information about events in your area.