Product Description
Makita DUP181 is a lightweight (0.76 kg) 18V LXT cordless pruning shear designed for high-efficiency garden and orchard work. It features a 30 mm cutting capacity and a high-response brushless motor that synchronizes blade movement with the trigger for maximum control. Its compact, ergonomic design includes a slim 125 mm grip and XPT water resistance, while an external oil port allows for easy maintenance without tool disassembly.
User Benefits
- Efficient cutting performance: Max cutting capacity of ø30 mm with a fast cycle time of 0.34 seconds from fully open to fully closed increases work speed on both thin and thick branches.
- Reduced fatigue: Lightweight 0.76 kg body and slim 125 mm grip circumference support comfortable, prolonged use in professional pruning applications.
- Customizable for different branches: Four adjustable blade opening angles (ø10 mm, ø18 mm, ø25 mm, ø30 mm) improve efficiency by matching jaw opening to branch size.
- Precise, safe operation: Motor sensor provides smooth blade tracking with excellent trigger responsiveness even at low speeds, plus brake and torque limiter for added protection.
- Easy maintenance and durability: Blade oil can be applied from outside without disassembly, and high water‑resistance helps protect internal components in outdoor environments.
- Flexible depth control: Five‑step cutting depth adjustment lets users fine‑tune cut depth, especially after blade replacement.
- Smart power management: Automatic power‑off after 5 or 15 minutes of inactivity helps save battery and enhances safety.
- Convenient standby mode: Standby function allows the blade to be fully closed for safe temporary storage in a holster, resuming work quickly with simple trigger actions.
- Expandable reach: Optional long handle attachment enables easy pruning in hard‑to‑reach areas without ladders.
- Ready-to-work accessories: Supplied with blade cover, hex wrench, and socket wrench, and compatible with replacement shear blade U/L sets.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Max cutting capacity | 30 mm |
| Time from fully open to fully closed | 0.34 sec |
| Circumference of grip portion | 125 mm |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 300 x 75 x 113 mm (with BL1820B) |
| Net Weight | 0.76 kg (without battery) |