The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 18 Gauge Straight Shear (model XSJ01T) combines high speed, compact size and less weight.

The XSJ01T has a Makita-built 4-pole motor for faster cutting, yet it weighs just 5.3 lbs. (with battery) for better control in cutting steel and stainless steel sheet metal. The tough double-cut shear design handles up to 18 gauge mild steel and 20 gauge stainless steel for straight or scribe cuts without deforming the material, and the swivel shear head rotates 360 degrees for increased cutting options. The kit includes two 18V LXT® 5.0Ah batteries, and each reach a full charge in only 45 minutes.

It’s part of Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion series, the world’s largest cordless tool line-up powered by an 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style battery. 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.

For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Makita created Star Protection Computer Controls™. Star Protection is communication technology that allows the Star Protection-equipped tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating. For increased versatility, the tool can also be powered by Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium-Ion batteries with the star symbol on the battery indicating Star Protection inside.

Features

• Makita-built 4-pole motor delivers 3,000 strokes per minute for faster cutting
• Cuts up to 18 gauge mild steel and 20 gauge stainless steel
• Compact and ergonomic design at only 13-3/4" long
• Weighs only 5.3 lbs. with battery for reduced operator fatigue
• Reversible belt clip attaches to either side of the tool
• Rubberized soft grip handle provides increased comfort on the job
• Swivel shear head rotates 360° for increased cutting options and added convenience
• 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah battery BL1850B, features an integrated L.E.D. battery charge level indicator
• 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah battery BL1850B provides up to 65% more run time per charge compared to BL1830
• 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah battery BL1850B reaches a full charge in 45 minutes or less
• Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls™ to protect against overloading, over-discharging, over-heating
• Rapid Optimum Charger communicates with the battery's built-in chip during the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature
• Rapid Optimum Charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster, more efficient charging
• Makita technology delivers category-leading charge time, so the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger
• Compatible with Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries with a Star symbol
• 3-year limited warranty on tool, battery and charger
• Only use genuine Makita batteries and chargers

Specs

• Battery : 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion
• Capacity (mild steel, ga.) : 18 ga.
• Capacity (stainless, ga.) : 20 ga.
• Strokes Per Minute : 3,000 SPM
• 360° Rotating Head : Yes
• Minimum Cutting Radius : 7"
• Lock-On Switch : No
• Overall Length : 13-3/4"
• Net Weight (with battery) : 5.3 lbs.
• Power Type : Cordless
• Type (Shears & Nibblers) : Shear
• Form Factor (LXT) : 18V LXT®
• Motor Type : Brushed