what LI Ion battery does the reciprocating saw uses? I already have 2 kinds of makita batts, and don't want more surprises...
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18v 3.0 ah. These batteries fit most of my other drills but the smaller 1.5 ah batteries do NOT fit the reciprocating saw.
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We have a Makita LXT reciprocating saw . We use a Makita 18v 3.0Ah Makita LI Ion battery.Have had no problems, takes about 30mins to charge.
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The saw uses the large black 18 v battery's. I suspect you have a white drill. It has a lower power rating battery that won't fit and would probubly burn up. All the green/ blue tools use the same battery. Unfortunately makita never mentions this that I see. It's like pro verses handyman tools
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Yes, that's the longer run-time version of the Ni-Cd battery. I used to use those and they work in the vac. I've switched everything over to the Li-ion batteries and couldn't be happier. My only complaint is that my Dewalt site laser and sawzall won't accept the new Li batteries. Who dropped the ball on that?
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hello Brittany i'm a licensed electrician and i use this little saw alot. i know the batteries are expensive but i would only use a battery of the same voltage and the same type battery with any cordless tool. it may harm or ruin the motor that runs the saw.
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I believe you have the LXT model. The LXT batteries will work on either the LXT or the "compact" models, but the compact batteries will not work on the LXT. The saw is great, but it requires the larger LXT batteries. I have both models of the 18v Makita and must watch when changing batteries. I have tried and the compacts are a no go.
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This saw came in a box without a battery or blade. Since I own several Ryobi power tools, I already had a battery for it. You can buy various blades on Amazon.
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I like this saw, but my battery is totally dead. :( I used to use it when I climbed my avocado tree to trim the branches. I liked it because it was lightweight. Battery dies after about 20 minutes of continuous use. So I would use it until the battery runs down. I ended by getting a cordless reciprocating saw which gets the WHOLE job done! My neighbor calls this B&D; saw a toy. Hope this helps!
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Charger comes with the saw. I would suggest, however, that you purchase a second battery. I did and have no regrets.
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You have 2 purchase options - one without battery and charger and the second with. I have several of the Makita power tools that use the 18 volt 3.0 amp batteries, so it was an easy decision for me.
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As the others have already answered, yes, they both use the very same battery, mine came with two batteries, and the saw will go thru batteries far quicker than the drill, which lasts a very long time. I also paid $89.99 for mine over three years ago. This current price of $125 is high. Look around for a better deal OR a newer version of this older model.
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yes, the saw and drill both use the same battery and I have used these for 2 years. The battery holds up fairly well when sawing but will be determined by the type of wood. I have several of the Porter Cable tools and have been pleased. A lithium battery is a good choice if using the tools heavy.
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it requires the makita li-on 3 amp battery. great workhorse of a drill. ive not tried off brand batteries. i get 2-4 years a battery with 3 plus times use a week
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you'll have to upgrade to the B&D; 5106551-01 18volt dual battery charger,and the B&D; hpb18-ope2 18volt dual pack NiCd batteries.sold at Amazon.I was impressed by how well the saw works.the battery upgrade is money well spent.
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You can use an 18v nano lithium battery. It won't cover the whole area that the older battery does, and it looks a bit goofy, but it will work. If you are thinking about buying one of these saws, hold out for one of the newer versions with the black rubber grip and the smaller battery bay that is intended for the Nano batteries. Either saw works just fine with either battery, but the newer version is much much more powerful and lasts longer on a battery. The older version like in the product picture is near useless, the newer version works quite well.
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They are junk. But,the makita brand are also junk. Ive had 4 batteries go bad in the last year
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You can purchase direct from Home Depot... Real Makita battery, ($69.+) free shipping, I tried an Ebay purchase and it didn't work.
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If they work fine in a drill or impact then maybe it is your saw. If they will not charge at all I have heard stories of other people having trouble with the chips in the battery going bad on Makita brand batteries. I think that is why i've seen people recommend that you fully discharge the battery befor charging it. I'm not an expert, but if that happened I don't know if their is any way to fix it. Check your lights on the charger and see if there's a error light. Maybe get a hold of the manufacturer. Good Luck!