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Makita XSL05Z — 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 6-1/2" Compact Dual-Bevel Compound Miter Saw with Laser, Tool Only

Makita XSL05Z — 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 6-1/2" Compact Dual-Bevel Compound Miter Saw with Laser, Tool Only

Makita offers a portable cutting solution with the 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless 6-1/2" Compact Dual-Bevel Compound Miter Saw with Laser (tool only). The efficient BL™ Brushless Motor is engineered for up to 50% longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life with no brushes to replace. The XSL05Z combines performance and portability: it weighs only 14.6 lbs. with battery (sold separately), and is equipped with Automatic Speed Change™ technology which adjusts cutting speed and torque for optimum performance under load.

Key Features

  • Weighs only 14.6 lbs. with battery (battery not included) for easy portability
  • Automatic Speed Change™ technology adjusts cutting speed and torque during cut for optimum performance
  • 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Battery delivers the power and performance of a corded miter saw without leaving the 18V LXT® platform (battery not included)
  • LXT® technology delivers up to 270 cuts per charge in 1/2" x 3-1/2" baseboard using one 6.0Ah battery (battery not included)
  • The BL™ Brushless Motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL Motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life
  • Efficient BL™ Brushless motor is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use for up to 50% longer run time per charge
  • High power provides efficient cutting in a variety of different materials including wood and aluminum extrusion (aluminum blade and cutting lubricant sold separately)
  • Cutting capacity of 1-13/16" x 3-5/8" at 90° and 1-13/16" x 2-9/16" at 45°
  • Mini sub-fence provides wide support when performing vertical cuts or left bevel cuts
  • Miters 0-52° left and right; bevels 0-46° left and right
  • Miter detents at: 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30° and 45° left and right
  • Aluminum base improves stability of material for efficient cutting
  • Electric brake for maximum productivity
  • Built-in laser clearly indicates line-of-cut whether or not blade is turning; on-off switch and micro-adjustments for precise cutting "left-of-blade" or "right-of-blade"
  • Built-in L.E.D. light illuminates the work area
  • Rubberized soft grip handle provides increased comfort on the job
  • See-through blade guard system for greater visibility of blade and line of cut
  • 3-stage L.E.D. gauge on the tool indicates battery charge levels
  • Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls™ to protect against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating
  • Rapid Optimum Charger communicates with the battery's built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature (battery and charger sold separately)
  • Rapid Optimum Charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery for faster, more efficient charging (battery and charger sold separately)
  • Makita technology delivers category-leading charge time so the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger (battery and charger sold separately)
  • Compatible with Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries with a Star symbol (battery sold separately)
  • 3-year limited warranty
  • Only use genuine Makita batteries and chargers

Technical Specifications

Blade Diameter 6-1/2"
No Load Speed 5,000 RPM
Max. Cutting Capacity (miter 90°) 1-13/16" x 3-5/8"
Max. Cutting Capacity (miter 45°, L/R) 1-13/16" x 2-9/16"
Arbor 5/8"
Dimensions (LxWxH) 13-3/8" x 15-3/4" x 17-1/4"
Battery 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion
Net Weight (with battery) 14.6 lbs.
Shipping Weight 20.3 lbs.
Form Factor (LXT) Compact
Motor Type Brushless
Packaged Width (in) 21.2"
Packaged Depth (in) 17"
Packaged Height (in) 14.6"

Included Accessories

  • Triangular Rule (762001-3)
  • Dust Bag (122852-0)
  • 6-1/2" x 5/8" 64T Micro-Polished Miter Saw Blade
  • Vertical Vise
  • Hex Wrench

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