Introducing the XAG16Z Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/2” / 5” Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, With Electric Brake that merges corded grinding performance with cordless convenience. This device, powered by a Makita brushless motor, offers longer run time, increased power and speed, and extended tool life. For strenuous applications, Makita’s exclusive Automatic Speed Change™ technology adjusts speed and torque during operation for peak performance. The XAG16Z excels at grinding and cutting diverse materials including tile, concrete, pipe, conduit, and more.

The XAG16Z Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/2” / 5” Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, With Electric Brake is equipped with an electric brake that halts the grinding or cut-off wheel in 2 seconds or less, enhancing productivity and safety. Electronic Torque Control safeguards the motor by turning it off if the rotation speed slows down abruptly or if the wheel is forced to stop. Additionally, the variable speed control dial allows manual RPM adjustments between 3,000 and 8,500, enabling users to match the speed to the application.

The XAG16Z Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/2” / 5” Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, With Electric Brake is part of Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion system, the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. These batteries hold the fastest charge times in their categories, ensuring they spend more time working and less time on the charger.

Makita’s Star Protection Computer Controls™ enhance tool performance and battery life. This system facilitates real-time data exchange between the tool and battery to prevent overloading, over-discharging, and overheating. The XAG16Z Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/2” / 5” Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, With Electric Brake is compatible with Makita 18V LXT® and Compact Lithium-Ion batteries, identified by a star symbol indicating Star Protection.

The BL™ Brushless Motor eliminates carbon brushes, allowing the motor to run cooler and more efficiently. The motor is also electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use, extending run time by up to 50% per charge.

Additional features include a slide switch with lock-on for convenience, soft start for smoother start-ups, anti-restart protection, a 3-stage L.E.D. battery charge level indicator, and wire mesh intake covers to prevent debris from entering the motor. Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) enhances dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions.

The Makita XAG16Z Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/2” / 5” Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, With Electric Brake is designed for comfort and ease of use, with a rubberized soft grip and a compact, ergonomic design that is only 15″ long. Despite its powerful performance, the device weighs only 5.7 lbs. with the battery (sold separately), reducing operator fatigue.

The XAG16Z Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/2” / 5” Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, With Electric Brake comes with a 3-year limited warranty and is compatible with the Rapid Optimum Charger that optimizes battery life by controlling current, voltage, and temperature during the charging process. The charger also features a built-in fan for faster, more efficient charging. Please note that batteries and chargers are sold separately, and only genuine Makita batteries and chargers should be used with the XAG16Z Makita 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/2” / 5” Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, With Electric Brake.