Features and Benefits
- Variable speed (0 - 3,000 strokes per minute) combined with a 1/2" stroke length for faster and more efficient cutting. Maximum cutting capacity for pipe and wood is 2"
- Makita exclusive dual-position on/off switch allows for either paddle or trigger switch operation
- "Tool-less" blade change system allows for faster blade installation and removal for increased productivity
- Compact design at 15-5/8" long; weighs only 3.9 lbs. (with battery) for convenient operation
- Built-in L.E.D. light illuminates the work area
- 21" Contractor bag included
- 3-year warranty on tool, 1-year on battery
Rubberized soft grip provides increased comfort on the job and is ideal for a wide range of cutting applications. The LXT® Lithium-Ion battery and Rapid Optimum Charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 3x more cycles. The LXT® Lithium-Ion battery provides longer run time, 5x lower self-discharge (for use any time), and 16 firm holding contact terminals (for constant high power).
The 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger communicates with the battery's built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage, and temperature. It also has a built-in fan to cool the battery to produce more lifetime work. The charger earned the ENERGY STAR® label for meeting the strict energy-efficient guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Department of Energy (DOE).
