The Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 16 Gauge Straight Shear (model XSJ02Z, tool only) is a game-changer. It offers high speed and great maneuverability in a compact and lightweight design. The Makita-built 4-pole motor delivers 4,300 strokes per minute for super-fast cutting. Weighing only 5.1 lbs. with a separately sold battery, it gives you excellent control when cutting steel and stainless steel sheet metal. Its high-performance double blade design cuts cleanly with minimal burrs and distortion. It can cut up to 16 gauge mild steel, 18 gauge stainless steel, and 12 gauge aluminum, and has a 9-7/8” diameter radius cutting ability. It comes with a barrel grip, rubberized soft handle, and a lock-on slide switch for easy continuous use. It's part of Makita's huge 18V Lithium-Ion system, with batteries that charge fast. Makita's Star Protection Computer Controls™ safeguard the tool and battery from overloading, over-discharging, and overheating. The tool also works with Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium-Ion batteries with Star Protection.
Using your Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 16 Gauge Straight Shear is easy. First, make sure you have a fully charged 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion battery with the Star symbol. Insert the battery into the tool. You can use the lock-on slide switch for continuous cutting if you need to. Hold the tool by the barrel grip or the rubberized soft handle, and start cutting through mild steel, stainless steel, or aluminum up to the specified gauges. For circular cuts, use its radius cutting capability. Remember, always use genuine Makita batteries and chargers. When the built-in alert light comes on, it's either a warning of motor overload or low battery. Stop using the tool and check the situation. To maintain your shear, keep it clean after each use. You can access the brushes externally for easy service. Use the on-board wrench to adjust or replace the blades when needed. With proper use and maintenance, your shear will last you a long time, thanks to its 3-year limited warranty.
