2026 Makita XDEFENCE Tool Management 40V max XGT Communication Adapter

TECHNOLOGY: Unlock XDEFENCE™ Protection in XGT® tools and batteries with ADP13 communication adapter
CONVENIENCE: Adapter is mounted when setting parameters for XGT® Battery/Tool, and is NOT used during operation
VERSATILITY: Code multiple XDEFENCE™ functions onto XGT® Battery/Tool; Theft-Deterrent, Ownership, Notes and more
APPLICATIONS: Quick-code batch tool/batteries with Stand-Alone Mode or pair together with Communication Mode
INCLUDES: XGT® Communication Adapter

The Makita XDefence™ XGT® Communication Adapter (ADP13) is for use with XGT® equipment and tools (all sold separately) and is the key to unlock the XDefence Tool Management solution. XDefence allows users to code multiple functions to a fleet or a specific tool or battery including theft deterrence, notepad functions. Ownership information, battery timer setting, Tool and Battery Checker functions. Makita Tool Management software is required, which is free to download for PC and MAC compatible.

Theft-Deterrent function is enabled when a unique 4-digit PIN security code is set and registered to a specific tool and battery. The tool and battery will work like normal as long as the PIN-Coding matches and does not require any further operation. PIN Codes can be set for digit PIN security code for one tool and battery or an entire fleet of tools with Stand-Alone mode coding.

The Notepad Function allows for creating custom notes for a specific tool or battery, up to 52 characters for tools and 20 characters for batteries. The freeform Notepad Function allows for saving service dates, user assignments, job site information or more.

The Battery Timer Setting function allows setting up an expiration time on the battery by hours or a specific date up to two years later to control when tools and batteries can be used.

The Tool Checker function provides the tool operation counts, number of times a protective function has been activated on a tool such as overload protection, over heat, motor lock occurrence and AFT® (only for tools that are equipped with AFT®). Battery Information checker provides battery usage status, capacity, temperature and voltage information.

There are two Operation Mode settings that can be selected when coding your tool or battery, Stand-Alone and Communication Mode. Stand-Alone Mode is for batch coding of PIN codes and notes with quick-setting on batteries and tools. In Stand-Alone mode, users can code up to 10 batteries or tools in 1 minute. Communication Mode is used for tool checker and battery checker functions and for pairing specific tools and batteries together.

XGT® is a system of equipment, tools, batteries, and chargers utilizing 40V max lithium-ion batteries. XGT® is engineered to deliver high power to take on high-demand applications, allowing users to completely transition to a cordless job site. XGT® is equipped with advanced brushless motor engineering, intelligent digital communication, and superior durability features to outpower, outsmart, and outlast the rest.

TECHNOLOGY

XGT®
XGT® is a new 40V | 80V max system of cordless equipment and tools. XGT outpowers, outsmarts, and outlasts the rest. Through Makita’s innovative engineering, the technology within XGT will lead to creating the equipment and tools of the future.

Features May Include: 

• Unlock XDEFENCE™ tool management solution that is already built into XGT tools and batteries with ADP13 communication adapter
• Works with all 40V max XGT® Tools and Batteries*
• Adapter to be mounted when settings are made on the XGT® Battery/Tool only, and is not used during operation of the tool
• Code Multiple Functions with ADP13: Theft Deterrent Pin Code, Notepad Function, Ownership Details, Battery Timer, Tool/Battery Checker
• Theft-Deterrent function allows users to prevent unauthorized use by PIN-Protecting fleet of tools and batteries with unique 4-digit PINs for invidual or fleets
• Two Operation Mode settings can be selected when coding your tool or battery, Stand-Alone Mode and Communication Mode
• Stand-Alone mode allows for quick and easy batch PIN coding of tools and batteries
• Communication mode allows for individually paired tool and battery coding of PIN codes, notes, and additional functions
• PIN Code-protect over 10 tools or batteries in under 1 minute using Stand-Alone Mode
• User-owned information is fully controlled by user, however they want to manage. No cloud storage or data is collected
• Document ownership information for tools and batteries with specific Ownership field
• Notepad function allows users to add freeform notes to individual or fleet of tools and batteries. Save service dates, job sites, user assignments and more
• Battery Timer function allows user to restrict usage to certain hours or specific dates up to 2 years in advance
• Tool Checker function provides the number of times a protective function has been activated on a tool such as overload protection, thermal protection, motor lock and AFT® (only for tools that are equipped with AFT®)
• Battery Checker function provides battery information such as charge capacity and current temperature
• Makita Tool Management software is required, PC and MAC compatible - download link via product page to access XDEFENCE™ features
• 3-year limited warranty