Makita 18V LXT® Lith-Ion Cordless 5-3/8"" Metal Cutting Saw w/ Electric Brake and Chip Collector (Tool Only)

Features and Benefits:Up to 2"" cutting depth in various metal materials including thread rod; channel strut; conduit; pipe; square tubing; sheet metal and more;Makita-built motor delivers 3;600 RPM for faster cutting using an 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion battery (battery not included);Transparent chip collector box captures debris produced while cutting and provides needed visibility in determining need for disposal;Electric brake allows the tool to be repositioned faster for maximum productivity;Trigger switch with two stage lock-off requires two actions to power the saw;Built-in L.E.D. light with an independent on/off illuminates the cutting line at the front of the saw;Stainless steel base reduces chip build-up to prevent surface damage;Rubberized soft grip handle provides increased comfort on the job;On-board wrench storage for operator convenience;Compact and low-profile design at only 13-3/4"" long;Makita is the leader in brushless motor technology; and the 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 5-3/8” Metal Cutting Saw (model XSC03Z; tool only) delivers faster metal cutting through Unistrut®; all thread; channel; conduit; pipe; sheet metal; square tubing; steel and more. With a maximum 2"" cutting capacity; it is ideal for electrical contractors since it will cut 2” conduit in one pass ‐ a huge time saver. It is also ideal for HVAC; installation; metal building; metal fabrication; plumbing; metal roofing; and for any pro-contractor who requires a best-in-class cordless metal cutting saw. The XSC03Z features a transparent chip collector box which captures debris produced while cutting and provides needed visibility in determining need for disposal. Additional features include a trigger switch with two stage lock-off requiring two actions to power the saw and an electric brake allowing the tool to be repositioned for maximum productivity. Makita offers four optimum 5-3/8"" blade options for use with the XSC03Z: 30T carbide tipped for metal and general purpose; 50T for thin metal; 50T for aluminum; and 56T for stainless steel (all sold separately). It�s part of Makita�s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion system; the world�s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories; so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. Batteries sold separately.