Which Battery Strapping Tools Run Makita Batteries?
For businesses already using Makita cordless equipment, choosing a Makita powered battery strapping tool that runs on the same battery platform can make daily operations easier. Shared batteries mean fewer chargers to manage, convenient access to spares and easier replacement when a battery reaches the end of its working life.
MPS Packaging Australia supplies Makita-powered ITIPACK tools for both plastic and steel strapping applications. The range includes the ITI-20, ITI-21, ITI-22 and ITI-23 plastic strapping tools, together with the ITI-84 steel strap tensioner and ITI-85 steel strap sealer.
Makita Compatible Does Not Always Mean Genuine Makita
When comparing battery strapping tools, look closely at what battery is actually supplied. A tool advertised as “Makita compatible” or using a “Makita-style battery” may come with an aftermarket battery rather than a genuine Makita product.
At MPS Packaging Australia, the Makita-powered ITIPACK models listed here are supplied with genuine Makita batteries. This gives customers a clear understanding of what they are purchasing, rather than leaving them to discover later that the included battery is a clone or an unfamiliar proprietary pack.
Other strapping tools may use dedicated lithium-polymer batteries, aftermarket Makita-compatible batteries or another established power-tool battery platform. The important comparison is the exact battery supplied, its availability and the support behind it. Battery chemistry alone does not determine quality.
ITIPACK Plastic Strapping Tools That Run Makita Batteries
The ITIPACK range covers applications from lighter cartons through to demanding industrial packs. These tools tension plastic strap and produce a friction weld joint, eliminating the need for separate metal seals.
ITI-20: General-Purpose Plastic Strapping
The ITI-20 is designed for compatible 13mm and 16mm PET and polypropylene strapping. It suits general packaging applications, including cartons, warehouse dispatch and palletised goods where controlled tension is important.
Its straightforward operation makes it a practical option for businesses moving from manual strapping equipment to a battery-powered tool.
ITI-21: Higher Tension for Industrial Loads
The ITI-21 accepts compatible 16mm and 19mm PET and polypropylene strapping. It provides higher tension for applications such as timber packs, brick production, manufacturing and industrial dispatch.
For businesses handling heavier products, it offers a useful step up from the ITI-20 while retaining the standard range’s simple manual welding lever.
ITI-23: Heavy-Duty PET Strapping
The ITI-23 is designed for compatible 16mm and 19mm PET strapping and delivers higher tension for demanding applications. It is suited to heavy industrial packs where stronger PET strap and greater tension are required.
Typical applications include timber, bricks and metal products, with tool selection matched to the strap specification and the load being secured.
ITI-22: Entry-Level Battery Strapping
The ITI-22 is an entry-level option for compatible 13mm and 16mm PET and polypropylene strapping. It is intended for lighter packaging work, including boxes, cartons, food packaging and general dispatch.
For businesses wanting the convenience of battery operation without the tension requirements of the heavier industrial models, the ITI-22 provides a practical starting point.
ITIPACK Battery Tools for Steel Strapping
Makita-powered strapping equipment also extends to steel applications. The ITI-84 and ITI-85 perform separate jobs: one tensions the strap, while the other closes the steel seal.
ITI-84: Battery-Powered Steel Strap Tensioner
The ITI-84 is a heavy-duty steel strap tensioner capable of delivering up to 13,000N of tension. It provides cordless tensioning for demanding steel strapping work, allowing operators to move around products without an air hose restricting access.
For steel yards and industrial production environments, this mobility can make strapping large or awkward packs more convenient.
ITI-85: Battery-Powered Steel Strap Sealer
The ITI-85 is the battery-powered steel strap sealer used alongside the ITI-84. After the tensioner tightens the strap around the load, the ITI-85 closes the compatible steel seal.
Together, they provide a cordless tensioning and sealing setup for heavy-duty steel strapping applications.
Why Choose a Shared Makita Battery Platform?
A shared battery platform can simplify equipment management across a warehouse, workshop or production site. Where the approved battery specification matches, businesses can use existing compatible Makita batteries as spares and avoid adding another dedicated charging system.
Replacement batteries are also easier to source when the tool uses an established power-tool platform. This can be particularly useful for regional operations or businesses that need to replace a battery quickly.
Always check the approved battery voltage, model and fit for the particular strapping tool. Older versions of the same tool may use a different battery system.
Ask What Comes With the Tool
Before purchasing a battery strapping tool, ask whether the quoted package includes a genuine Makita battery, an aftermarket compatible battery or a proprietary battery.
For customers choosing the Makita-powered ITIPACK range from MPS Packaging Australia, genuine Makita batteries are part of the supplied package. Combined with MPS’s strapping knowledge, spare parts and repair support, this provides a practical battery strapping solution for Australian businesses.
