Makita XGT 40V 7-1/4″ Metal Cutting Saw
The Makita 40V max XGT® Brushless 7-1/4″ Metal Cutting Saw with Electric Brake and Chip Collector is a cordless solution for cutting common metal materials. The Makita-built brushless motor delivers up to two times faster cutting performance and up to 160 cuts per charge in 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2′ x 1/4″ steel angle using a 40V max XGT® 4.0Ah battery (battery sold separately). It is engineered with Active Feedback-Sensing Technology (AFT®), a system that electronically turns off the motor if the rotation of the blade is suddenly forced to a stop. It has a large 2-5/8” cutting capacity that can handle various metal materials including pipe, stud, channel, strut, conduit, angle, square tubing, sheet metal, and more. It also has a built-in electric brake for maximum productivity.
XGT® is a system of equipment, tools, batteries, and chargers utilizing 40v max lithium-ion batteries. XGT® is engineered to deliver high power to take on high-demand applications, allowing users to completely transition to a cordless job site. XGT is equipped with advanced brushless motor engineering, intelligent digital communication, and superior durability features to outpower, outsmart and outlast the rest.
There are 2 feature models of the GSC01 Metal Cutting Saw. The choice is with or without one battery and rapid charger. Options for the Makita GSC01 are:
- GSC01Z: Tool only
- GSC01M1: Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, rapid charger, and tool bag
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Options | GSC01Z: Tool only, GSC01M1: Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, rapid charger, and tool bag |
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The Makita 40V max XGT® Brushless 7-1/4" Metal Cutting Saw with Electric Brake and Chip Collector is a cordless solution for cutting common metal materials. The Makita-built brushless motor delivers up to two times faster cutting performance and up to 160 cuts per charge in 2-1/2" x 2-1/2' x 1/4" steel angle using a 40V max XGT® 4.0Ah battery (battery sold separately). It is engineered with Active Feedback-Sensing Technology (AFT®), a system that electronically turns off the motor if the rotation of the blade is suddenly forced to a stop. It has a large 2-5/8” cutting capacity that can handle various metal materials including pipe, stud, channel, strut, conduit, angle, square tubing, sheet metal, and more. It also has a built-in electric brake for maximum productivity.
Convenience features include an L.E.D. light that operates with pre-glow and afterglow to illuminate the workspace, a rubberized soft grip handle, and a trigger switch with a two-stage lock off that requires the user to press a button on the handle with their thumb before the tool can be activated. It has a side-load battery that provides a more compact design that is only 13-3/4" long for easier use in constrained spaces.
XGT® is a system of equipment, tools, batteries, and chargers utilizing 40V max lithium-ion batteries. XGT® is engineered to deliver high power to take on high-demand applications, allowing users to completely transition to a cordless job site. XGT is equipped with advanced brushless motor engineering, intelligent digital communication, and superior durability features to outpower, outsmart and outlast the rest.
SPEED : Makita-built brushless motor delivers up to 2X faster cutting performance
CAPACITY : Large 2-5/8" cutting capacity
TECHNOLOGY : AFT® electronically turns off the motor if rotation of the blade is suddenly forced to stop
CONTROL : Electric brake for maximum productivity
GSC01Z INCLUDES : Tool only
GSC01M1 INCLUDES : Tool, (1) 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion 4.0Ah battery, charger, and tool bag
- OUTPOWER: Makita-built brushless motor delivers up to 2X faster cutting performance*
- OUTSMART: Active Feedback-Sensing Technology (AFT®) electronically turns off the motor if rotation of bit is suddenly forced to stop
- OUTLAST: XPT™ is engineered to provide increased dust and water resistance in harsh jobsite conditions
- Large 2-5/8" cutting capacity in various metal materials including pipe, stud, channel, strut, conduit, angle, square tubing, sheet metal, and more
- Makita-built brushless motor delivers up to 160 cuts per charge in 2-1/2" x 2-1/2' x 1/4" steel angle using a 40V max XGT® 4.0Ah Battery
- Electric brake for maximum productivity
- L.E.D. light with preglow and afterglow illuminates the work area
- On-board hex wrench for convenience
- Battery side-loads providing a more compact design at only 13-3/4" long for easier use in constrained spaces
- Trigger switch with two stage lock-off requires two actions to power the saw
- Rubberized soft grip handle provides increased comfort on the job
- The digital communication within XGT® optimizes performance to provide up to 2X longer sustained power under heavy-load applications
- The digital communication within XGT® actively monitors and protects against overload, over-discharge and overheating
- XGT® Tools and Batteries are designed with a multi-layer contact interface for more constant power delivery to take on high-current demands
- XGT® Batteries feature rigid rails with impact-resistant construction to secure the battery to the tool during high-demand applications
- The XGT® Rapid Charger with dual-fan design circulates air through the battery to cool the battery and circuit board quickly for faster charging
- The XGT® Rapid Charger’s digital display indicates battery charge level (-80%, +80%, 100%)
- The XGT® Rapid Charger’s built-in chip thoroughly communicates during the charging process to control current, voltage, and temperature for more efficient charging
- Compatible with Makita® 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion Batteries
- 3-year limited warranty on tool, battery and charger
- Only use genuine Makita® Batteries and Chargers
* Compared to Makita 4131 Corded Metal Cutting Saw
A NEW SYSTEM OF EQUIPMENT & TOOLS
XGT® is a new 40V | 80V max system of cordless equipment and tools. XGT® outpowers, outsmarts, and outlasts the rest. Through Makita’s innovative engineering, the technology within XGT® will lead to creating the equipment and tools of the future.
GET A COMPLETELY CORDLESS JOBSITE
The LXT® System handles most applications, but for high-demand applications that use corded, gas or air, the XGT System delivers higher-powered solutions. With 40V max and 80V max XGT® Products, pros can fully experience a battery-powered job site.
RARE EARTH MAGNETS & PURE COPPER WIRE
Rare earth magnets of the highest quality are engineered within the brushless motors to maximize power and performance.
Makita® XGT Products feature purpose-built brushless motors with more copper windings for increased power output.
BUILT-IN MICROCHIPS & DIGITAL COMMUNICATION
Built-in microchips in both tool and battery allow for real-time digital communication, actively monitoring heat, overload, and over-discharge.
Digital communication between XGT Tools and Batteries through enhanced digital communication technology optimize performance to deliver up to 2X longer sustained power during demanding applications.
IMPACT ABSORBENT STRUCTURE & WATER AND DUST RESISTANCE
Durable outer casing and cell holder create space within the battery to absorb impact.
Water and dust-resistant triple layer structure and an enhanced terminal structure are engineered to protect against water and dust for any job site condition.
MULTI-LAYER SURFACE CONTACTS & RAPID OPTIMUM CHARGING SYSTEM
Multi-layer surface contacts within tool and battery are designed to take on high current demands.
XGT Charger and Dual Cooling Fans digitally communicates before and during the charging process, evaluating battery condition to deliver a consistent fast charge. It even charges 18V LXT Batteries with an adapter.
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