We are having a string of 100+ days at the moment with Thursday forecast to be 106 and Friday forecast to be 107. With all the heated jackets out there (that’s a link to our prior coverage), it got me thinking… is there a potential for a cooling jacket? It is an ideal solution for working in hot weather conditions, or in close quarters including attic spaces. 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. 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.

With our wide range of tents and accessories, you can embrace the cold, crisp winter air as you explore frozen landscapes and winter wonderlands.It is an ideal solution for working in hot weather conditions, such as road workers and landscapers, those who work in attic and crawl spaces, or anyone seeking cooling relief in hot job site conditions. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. The slim Li-ion battery pack has a USB C port and can also be used as a power bank to charge electronic devices. Makita’s Cooling Jacket features two recessed fans located on both the right and left sides of the jacket.

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. m. til noon if they are an insulating contractor, but I would wear this or a stay puffed marshmallow shirt any day. From cozy birdhouses to nourishing feeds and feeders, find everything you need to keep your backyard birds happy and healthy this season. I’ve wondered why nobody seems to make a tool battery powered vented jacket – or overlay of some sort. 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.I will say that, when standing, I felt like the jacket provided yet another subtle reminder that dropping some weight might not be a bad idea. However, when standing around outside in the heat, the fans simply move around warm air inside the jacket. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. The information collected is used to send you newsletters, targeted information regarding Makita ® products, and information about events in your area.

Nothing contained on this Makita® site should be construed as granting, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license or right to use any trademark displayed on this site without the written permission of Makita or such third party that owns the trademark. I haven’t seen a small pack like this for heated gear from a brand that I consider legit, but I’d have room for a usb-c charged pack for my heated gear that would lay flat without a ton of bulk. Aside from the interesting design and shape of the vest, I found myself impressed with all the different power options.A battery version has the benefit of being able to run for as long as you have power – which is a significant advantage. Milwaukee makes some great looking heated jackets that works with their 12v batteries, it’s to bad they don’t make an A/C jacket (or anyone else for that matter). The jacket also protects against ultraviolet and infrared rays which helps keep external heat from raising the internal temperature.