DEWALT 20v MAX

The Thread, “New For 2011” has become quite saturated with post’s so I’ve decided to create a new topic just for the DEWALT 20v Max, and the European 18v XR.

This Image is now posted on Dewalt’s Facebook page, and has been there since the 8th of this month. As such I feel it appropriate to re-post the “leaked” article.

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Here is what we’ve seen for the pre-launch in Europe.

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A multi-voltage charger, will charge 10.8v, 14.4v, and 18v lithium Batteries. 30-60 minute charge depending on the size of the battery.

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• Latest generation Work Light, using LED Technology & featuring new XR Lithium Ion Technology.
  
• Compact, lightweight design with impact resistant housing.
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster LED Bulb
• producing 110 Lumen output (10,000Hr Life) with a 2 Zone light pattern.
  
• Flashlight head pivots more than 90 degrees vertically with ratchet lock.
  
• Flashlight includes an integrated hook for hanging & can be used free standing.
  
• Belt clip & Magnet compatible.
  
• Improved ergonomic design and rubber grip increase comfort.
  
• Battery and charger sold separately.
  

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• Powerful 18 Volt right angle drill for drilling and screwdriving applications in confined spaces.
  
• Compact lightweight design.
  
• Two speed settings with reverse switch.
  
• Compact 10mm single sleeve keyless chuck with automatic spindle lock for quick and easy bit change with one hand.
  
• Ergonomic handle and rubber overmold to provide ultimate end user comfort.
  
• Multi grip trigger provides comfort and convenience by allowing the user to operate the trigger from various positions.
  
• High performance fan cooled motor for maximum power and durability.
  
• All metal gearing and right angle transmission for efficient power transmission and longer tool life LED with delay for improved visibility.
  
• Li-Ion slide pack battery allows for superior insertion and removal.
  

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• Latest generation premium Reciprocating Saw featuring new XR Lithium Ion Technology.
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster.
  
• Powerful & Highly Efficeint PM58 DEWALT fan cooled motor with replaceable brushes, delivers fast cutting action up to
• 2,950 strokes per minute and 28.6 mm stroke length maximising user productivity.
  
• High performance reciprocating mechanism and lightweight magnesium gearcase offer the user optimised power to weight ratio.
  
• Intelligent variable speed trigger, lock-off switch and electronic motor brake for quick controlled cuts and enhanced work safety.
  
• Lever-action keyless blade clamp for quick and easy blade changes.
  
• Pivoting adjustable shoe with open top for high stability and blade visibility during a cut.
  
• Four-position blade clamp allows for flush cutting and increased versatility.
  
• Modular component design for trouble free servicing.
  
• Rubber coated grip to reduce surface vibration and user fatigue.
  
• Improved ergonomic design.
  
• Multi-voltage Charger for use with 18V, 14.4V and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries  
  

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• Latest generation premium Circular Saw featuring new XR Lithium Ion Technology.
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster.
  
• Powerful & Highly Efficeint PM58 DEWALT fan cooled motor with replaceable brushes delivers up to 3700 rotation per minute for fast cutting action.
  
• Ergonomic handle set with rubber overmold to optimise end user comfort.
  
• Extremely durable tool design, including a cast magnesium base for repeatitive, accurate cuts.
  
• Intelligent trigger allowing total control over all applications.
  
• Keyless bevel angle and depth of cut adjustment with easy to read scale for maximum cordless versatility.
  
• Spindle lock for quick and easy blade change.
  
• Lock off switch and electronic motor brake for additional control and work safety.
  
• Ultra thin kerf 165 mm, 24 tooth carbide-tipped blade allows for efficient run time and fast, smooth cut finish at maximum 55 mm depth of cut.
  
• Improved erganomic design and rubber grip increase comfort.
  
• Multi-voltage Charger for use with 18V, 14.4V and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries
  

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DCH213L2;

• Ideal for drilling anchors and fixing holes into concrete, brick and masonry from 4mm to 20mm.
  
• Rotation stop mode for light chiselling in plaster, tiles and render.
  
• Impact stop mode for rotary drilling only in wood, ceramic, steel.
  
• New 3.0Ah 18 Volt Lithium Ion battery, delivers high performance, long life and maximum runtime.
  
• Best in class vibration, 8m/s² reduces user fatigue and maximises operating periods.
  
• Bright white LED with delay feature improves visibility and provides flashlight functionality.
  
• Electronic motor brake for additional control.
  
• Modular component design for trouble free servicing.
  
• Rubber coated grip to reduce surface vibration and user fatigue.
  

DCH214L2;

• Ideal for drilling anchors and fixing holes into concrete, brick and masonry from 4mm to 20mm.
  
• Rotation stop mode for light chiselling in plaster, tiles and render.
  
• Impact stop mode for rotary drilling only in wood, ceramic, steel.
  
• New 3.0Ah 18 Volt Lithium Ion battery, delivers high performance, long life and maximum runtime.
  
• Quick Release SDS-Plus toolholder and 3 jaw chuck supplied for easy switching between hammer / rotary hammer and rotary only applications.
  
• Best in class vibration, 8m/s² reduces user fatigue and maximises operating periods.
  
• Bright white LED with delay feature improves visibility and provides flashlight functionality.
  
• Electronic motor brake for additional control.
  
• Modular component design for trouble free servicing.
  
• Rubber coated grip to reduce surface vibration and user fatigue.
  

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• Latest generation compact impact driver featuring new XR Lithium Ion technology.
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster.
  
• Ultra compact, light weight design allows for use in confined spaces.
  
• Improved ergonomic design and rubber grip increase comfort.
  
• All metal gearing for efficient power transmission and long tool life.
  
• Aluminium front housing provides greater heat dispersion increasing motor life.
  
• Intelligent trigger allowing total control over all applications.
  
• 6.35mm ‘drop in’ keyless hex driver allows for quick, one handed fitment.
  
• Bright white LED with delay feature for improved visibility and flashlight functionality.
  
• Steel belt clip and strong magnetic bit holder ensure storage solutions.
  
• Multi-voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V, and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries
  
• Available in Either 1.5ah, or 3.0 ah Kits.
  

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• Latest generation 18V XR Li-Ion compact hammer drill/driver featuring NEW XR Li-Ion battery technology.
  
• Ultra compact, lightweight design allows use in confined spaces.
  
• Two speed all metal transmission for increased runtime and longer tool life.
  
• 14 position adjustable torque control for consistent screwdriving into a variety of materials with different screw sizes.
  
• Intelligent trigger design allows for total control of application.
  
• Compact 13mm single sleeve keyless chuck with automatic spindle lock for quick and easy bit change with one hand.
  
• Bright white LED with delay feature for improved visibility and flashlight functionality.
  
• Improved ergonomic design and rubber grip improves user comfort.
  
• Li-Ion slide pack battery allows for superior insertion and removal.
  
• Multi voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries.
  
• Steel belt clip and tough magnetic bit holder ensures strong storage solutions.
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster.
  
• Available in 1.5ah, or 3.0ah kits.
  

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• Latest generation 18V XR Li-Ion compact drill driver featuring NEW XR Li-Ion battery technology
  
• Ultra compact, lightweight design allows use in confined spaces
  
• Two speed all metal transmission for increased runtime and longer tool life
  
• 14 position adjustable torque control for consistent screwdriving into a variety of materials with different screw sizes
  
• Intelligent trigger design allows for total control of applications.
  
• Compact 13mm single sleeve keyless chuck with automatic spindle lock for quick and easy bit change with one hand
  
• Bright white LED with delay feature for improved visibility and flashlight functionality.
  
• Improved ergonomic design and rubber grip improves user comfort
  
• Li-Ion slide pack battery allows for superior insertion and removal
  
• Multi voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries
  
• Steel belt clip and tough magnetic bit holder ensures strong storage solutions
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster
  
• Available in 1.5ah, or 3.0ah kits.
  

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• Latest generation XRP featuring NEW XR Li-Ion technology
  
• Tough 3 speed all metal transmission for increased runtime and longer tool life
  
• 22 position adjustable torque control for optimised precision when screwdriving
  
• 13 mm ratcheting keyless chuck with automatic spindle lock for fast bit changes
  
• Efficient intelligent trigger allowing total control over all applications
  
• Bright white LED with delay feature for improved visibility and flashlight functionality
  
• Improved grip design providing greater application control and maximum comfort
  
• Steel belt clip and tough magnetic bit holder ensure strong storage solutions
  
• Multi voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster
  

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• Latest generation 18V XR Li-Ion compact hammer drill/driver featuring NEW XR Li-Ion battery technology.
  
• Ultra compact, lightweight design allows use in confined spaces.
  
• Two speed all metal transmission for increased runtime and longer tool life.
  
• 14 position adjustable torque control for consistent screwdriving into a variety of materials with different screw sizes.
  
• Intelligent trigger design allows for total control of application.
  
• Compact 13mm single sleeve keyless chuck with automatic spindle lock for quick and easy bit change with one hand.
  
• Bright white LED with delay feature for improved visibility and flashlight functionality.
  
• Improved ergonomic design and rubber grip improves user comfort.
  
• Li-Ion slide pack battery allows for superior insertion and removal.
  
• Multi voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries.
  
• Steel belt clip and tough magnetic bit holder ensures strong storage solutions.
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster.
  

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• Latest generation XRP featuring NEW XR Li-Ion technology.
  
• Tough 3 speed all metal transmission for increased runtime and longer tool life.
  
• 22 position adjustable torque control for optimised precision when screwdriving.
  
• 13 mm ratcheting keyless chuck with automatic spindle lock for fast bit changes.
  
• Efficient intelligent trigger allowing total control over all applications.
  
• Bright white LED with delay feature for improved visibility and flashlight functionality.
  
• Improved grip design providing greater application control and maximum comfort.
  
• Steel belt clip and tough magnetic bit holder ensure strong storage solutions.
  
• Multi voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries.
  
• Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster
  

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  [0]Li-Ion slide pack battery allows for superior insertion and removal.
  [0]Multi voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries.
  [0]Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster.
  

• DCD785 Compact Hammer Drill
  
• DCF885 Impact Driver
  
• DCS391 Circular Saw
  
• DCS380 Reciprocating Saw
  
• DCL040 LED Pivot Light
  
• 3 x 3.0Ah Li-ion Batteries
  
• 60 Min Charger
  
• DS150 Tough System Kit Box
  
• DS300 Tough System Kit Box
  

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To add to that, the double and combo packs come in the Tough System systainer. The single tools still come in the regular (older) case. Hopefully that’ll change over time.

Very cool!! So, is this still a fall release for these tools, then? I am liking what I see so far- maybe a cordless nailer coming as well? Also, will the motors on these new guys be 4 or 2 pole- obviously frameless motors like current models already for sale? Hard to see, but will impact have similar LED to 12v? 🙂

I can’t speak for the US release, but in Europe it should hit the shelves in about 2 – 3 weeks.

New cordless nailers should be coming. Not sure when. Ask Madtec ;D

What I like is the very comfortable handle/grip similar to the 12v range and the upgrade from 2.0Ah to 3.0Ah batteries.

Hawkfan23 wrote:

Very cool!! So, is this still a fall release for these tools, then? I am liking what I see so far- maybe a cordless nailer coming as well? Also, will the motors on these new guys be 4 or 2 pole- obviously frameless motors like current models already for sale? Hard to see, but will impact have similar LED to 12v? 🙂

All of this is for the Euro-Launch.

I doubt DEWALT will change the motor to a 4pole, DEWALT has alway’s been about speed of application with the cordless drills. Hence the 3 speed transmission, and Hi-output, high grade frameless motors. 4pole motors are much slower.

DCF885 Impact Driver

Features:

Latest generation compact impact driver featuring new XR Lithium Ion technology.

Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster.

Ultra compact, light weight design allows for use in confined spaces.

Improved ergonomic design and rubber grip increase comfort.

All metal gearing for efficient power transmission and long tool life.

Aluminium front housing provides greater heat dispersion increasing motor life.

Intelligent trigger allowing total control over all applications.

6.35mm ‘drop in’ keyless hex driver allows for quick, one handed fitment.

Bright white LED with delay feature for improved visibility and flashlight functionality.

Steel belt clip and strong magnetic bit holder ensure storage solutions.

Multi-voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V, and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries

Specifications:

Voltage:…..18 V

Battery Capacity:…..3.0 Ah

Bit Holder:…..1/4″ (6.35mm)

Power Output:…..250 Watts

No Load Speed:…..2800 rpm

Impacts per Minute:…..3200 ipm

Max Torque:…..155 Nm

Max. Bolt Diameter:…..M12

Weight:…..1.6 kg

Length:…..141 mm

Height:…..217 mm

golem wrote:

DCF885 Impact Driver

Features:

Latest generation compact impact driver featuring new XR Lithium Ion technology.

Part of the intelligent XR Lithium Ion Series designed for efficiency and making applications faster.

Ultra compact, light weight design allows for use in confined spaces.

Improved ergonomic design and rubber grip increase comfort.

All metal gearing for efficient power transmission and long tool life.

Aluminium front housing provides greater heat dispersion increasing motor life.

Intelligent trigger allowing total control over all applications.

6.35mm ‘drop in’ keyless hex driver allows for quick, one handed fitment.

Bright white LED with delay feature for improved visibility and flashlight functionality.

Steel belt clip and strong magnetic bit holder ensure storage solutions.

Multi-voltage charger for use with 18V, 14.4V, and 10.8V XR Li-Ion slide pack batteries

Specifications:

Voltage:…..18 V

Battery Capacity:…..3.0 Ah

Bit Holder:…..1/4″ (6.35mm)

Power Output:…..250 Watts

No Load Speed:…..2800 rpm

Impacts per Minute:…..3200 ipm

Max Torque:…..155 Nm

Max. Bolt Diameter:…..M12

Weight:…..1.6 kg

Length:…..141 mm

Height:…..217 mm

I listed this above already.

Hawkfan23 wrote:

Very cool!! So, is this still a fall release for these tools, then? I am liking what I see so far- maybe a cordless nailer coming as well? Also, will the motors on these new guys be 4 or 2 pole- obviously frameless motors like current models already for sale? Hard to see, but will impact have similar LED to 12v? 🙂

The release in the US will be later this year.  The impact driver does have the 3 LED lights, similar to the 12v MAX.

Definitely got to get my hands on some of these tools……….drool

Madtec wrote:

Definitely got to get my hands on some of these tools……….drool

I already had them… not to rub it in or anything… 🙂

kjones wrote:

Definitely got to get my hands on some of these tools……….drool

I already had them… not to rub it in or anything… 🙂

Since when…… 😉

Just a few weeks ago, then had to send them back.  I have a few “pre-release” kits coming in a couple of weeks though.  If there is more of an “official” launch release by then, I will put some pics up. 

kjones wrote:

Just a few weeks ago, then had to send them back.  I have a few “pre-release” kits coming in a couple of weeks though.  If there is more of an “official” launch release by then, I will put some pics up. 

Launch date for the US is mid Sept/Oct, and btw, I had some for a few months now hehe……

Madtec wrote:

Just a few weeks ago, then had to send them back.  I have a few “pre-release” kits coming in a couple of weeks though.  If there is more of an “official” launch release by then, I will put some pics up. 

Launch date for the US is mid Sept/Oct, and btw, I had some for a few months now hehe……

ha ha, nice!  What is your position in the company?

Madtec wrote:

Just a few weeks ago, then had to send them back.  I have a few “pre-release” kits coming in a couple of weeks though.  If there is more of an “official” launch release by then, I will put some pics up. 

Launch date for the US is mid Sept/Oct, and btw, I had some for a few months now hehe……

well how about a review?? 😉

From June 1 both the 18v and 14.4v XR line will be available. I just seen the new listings at an online store.

Not everything is on there yet.

This is the DCF835L2 Impact Driver – 14.4v / 3.0Ah

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The DCF835C2 Impact Driver – 14.4v / 1.5Ah

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DCD785L2 Hamerdrill/driver – 18v / 3.0Ah

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DCD985L2 XRP Hamerdrill/driver – 18v / 3.0Ah

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The DCD 785 compact looks very odd. Must be a very compact gearbox or motor or maybee both are very compact build.

Any new close up pictures of the 18V Compact Drill/Driver?

I just looked up the price for the Dewalt DCD780C2 18V Li-ion XR Compact Drill Driver 1.5Ah online and it says 477.60 EUR.  Euro = 683.093 USD is this price correct? Is it going to cost that much in the USA?

http://www.raygrahams.com/catalog/shopping_cart.php

roadhog96 wrote:

I just looked up the price for the Dewalt DCD780C2 18V Li-ion XR Compact Drill Driver 1.5Ah online and it says 477.60 EUR.  Euro = 683.093 USD is this price correct? Is it going to cost that much in the USA?

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No.  Exact pricing has not been released, but it will be competitive.

DCL040 18v worklight

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Ya know….. I had a man-crush on my 12v Max flashlight! I think I have a new flashlight favorite! Bigger is better, at least in this case  ;D was hoping for the 180 degree swivel head though.

kjones wrote:

I just looked up the price for the Dewalt DCD780C2 18V Li-ion XR Compact Drill Driver 1.5Ah online and it says 477.60 EUR.  Euro = 683.093 USD is this price correct? Is it going to cost that much in the USA?

http://www.raygrahams.com/catalog/shopping_cart.php

No.  Exact pricing has not been released, but it will be competitive.

I’ve been thinking about what you said with the pricing being competitive and all. If it were $200.00 less than the currant European price it would still be $200.00 more than what it sells for in the USA. And this is for a compact 1.5ah drill/driver kit. How can it be anywhere close to those figures and be competitive. The compact drill/driver kit now sells for $279.00 average price in the USA..

roadhog96 wrote:

I just looked up the price for the Dewalt DCD780C2 18V Li-ion XR Compact Drill Driver 1.5Ah online and it says 477.60 EUR.  Euro = 683.093 USD is this price correct? Is it going to cost that much in the USA?

http://www.raygrahams.com/catalog/shopping_cart.php

No.  Exact pricing has not been released, but it will be competitive.

I’ve been thinking about what you said with the pricing being competitive and all. If it were $200.00 less than the currant European price it would still be $200.00 more than what it sells for in the USA. And this is for a compact 1.5ah drill/driver kit. How can it be anywhere close to those figures and be competitive. The compact drill/driver kit now sells for $279.00 average price in the USA..

I can’t talk about exact prices yet, but don’t even look at the UK prices at all.  I am not sure why they are so expensive over there, but that is not really my concern either.  All I will say is that the prices will be competitive.  Anything beyond that will have to come from someone else, or better yet, we can wait until DeWALT actually officially launches the line.

Look for a press release in the next couple weeks.

You cannot compare prices between Europe and US. They differ a lot. Like I pointed out earlier about the 36v range. Huge difference.

Last week I bought the D51276K 15gauge nailer from the US. Even with added tax and all it’s still about 50% cheaper than the price it used to sell for here (it’s discontinued here now, so US was the only option anyway)

ok, wow.  i like the idea of smarter electronics.  interesting that they moved the electronics from the battery to the tool…..so that means cheaper batteries, right?  ;D 

so the works lights have a delay off feature now?  thats nice.

damn, i cant wait…

Bah! I just bought the older 18v Lithium Set and a Circular Saw as my first DeWalt set. Of course I am in IT, so every time I buy a new computer or phone, a new one comes out, so I’m used to it. Bummer though, those new drills are pretty nice…

Squid7085 wrote:

Bah! I just bought the older 18v Lithium Set and a Circular Saw as my first DeWalt set. Of course I am in IT, so every time I buy a new computer or phone, a new one comes out, so I’m used to it. Bummer though, those new drills are pretty nice…

The 18v line is still a great line, and will still offer quite a few more options for expansion tools for a long time.  As has been said a thousand times, 18v is not going away, nor is it outdated, insufficient, or anything else.  The 20v is an awesome line, the so is the 18v.  You still got a great kit!  🙂

Squid7085 wrote:

Bah! I just bought the older 18v Lithium Set and a Circular Saw as my first DeWalt set. Of course I am in IT, so every time I buy a new computer or phone, a new one comes out, so I’m used to it. Bummer though, those new drills are pretty nice…

You ain’t alone pal, I recently bought my first DeWalt 18V Compact Drill/Driver Kit especially for an up coming deck project and about 4 months from now the new models will be out. I haven’t even used them yet and there are better ones just around the corner. I thought about returning them and waiting but I need them now for this deck, I have a zillion screws to do. Seems like everytime I buy something, same thing happens. If I had a choice between the two at the time I bought these I’d have chosen the newer line. Burnt again like always.

Relax people! I´m sure the “old” ones will still be more than enough and also I do not think it will be some kind of “mega super” difference. Sure, the new ones have some nice feutures like the beltholder, magnetic bit holder and more amp in the battery.

The evolution must go on but that does not mean that the previous gen is crap just because a new gen is out. The 18v xrp DCD9** is still one of the very best drills out there.

Bingobelle wrote:

Relax people! I´m sure the “old” ones will still be more than enough and also I do not think it will be some kind of “mega super” difference. Sure, the new ones have some nice feutures like the beltholder, magnetic bit holder and more amp in the battery.

The evolution must go on but that does not mean that the previous gen is crap just because a new gen is out. The 18v xrp DCD9** is still one of the very best drills out there.

Amen brother!

Ok its official. The press release is out! http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/2011/06/official-dewalt-announces-20-volt-max-platform/