The 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 16 Gauge Nibbler (model XNJ01Z, tool only) offers contractors a great 18V LXT® solution for metal cutting. This cordless tool is engineered to cut corrugate metal roof decking, sheet metal, and stainless steel with ease. It's a perfect fit for metal roofing and decking contractors, HVAC work, and metal fab shops. It's part of Makita's huge 18V Lithium-Ion series, powered by an 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style battery. Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries charge super fast, so you can spend more time working and less time waiting. Makita's Star Protection Computer Controls™ improve tool performance and extend battery life. This communication technology lets the tool and battery exchange data in real - time, protecting against overloading, over - discharging, and overheating. The tool can also use Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium - Ion batteries with the star symbol. The XNJ01Z has a Makita - built motor that delivers 1,900 strokes - per - minute for quick and smooth cutting. The die holder rotates 360° to suit your cutting direction, with a 1 - 3/4” inner and 2” outer cutting radius. Metal chips are disposed below the cutting material, preventing work surface damage. It comes with many great features like a battery capacity warning system, anti - restart protection, a rubberized soft grip, and more. With a 3 - year limited warranty, it's a reliable choice. Just use genuine Makita batteries and chargers.
Using the 18V LXT® Cordless 16 Gauge Lithium - Ion Metal Cutting Nibbler is easy. First, make sure you have a fully charged Makita 18V Lithium - Ion battery with the star symbol. Insert the battery into the tool. Then, select the appropriate cutting direction by rotating the 360° die holder. When you're ready to cut, turn on the lock - on sliding switch for continuous operation. The motor will start delivering 1,900 strokes - per - minute for fast and smooth cutting. While cutting, the metal chips will be disposed below the material, so don't worry about them damaging your work surface. Remember, the battery capacity warning system will turn the light solid red and stop the motor when the battery needs replacing. Also, the anti - restart protection will prevent the motor from starting if you insert the battery with the switch locked on. For maintenance, use the built - in thickness gauge to check the material thickness before cutting. The externally accessible carbon brushes make it easy to replace them when needed. And for quick tool setup, the punch and die can be replaced easily. Always use genuine Makita batteries and chargers to keep the tool in good condition. With proper use and maintenance, this tool will serve you well for a long time.
