
Makita 18V Straight Shear (tool only) DJS161Z
Makita DJS161Z 18V Cordless Straight Shear — Tool Only
Tackle aluminium and mild steel sheet cutting with speed and precision. The Makita DJS161Z features a straight-body design for superior control, cutting up to 2.5mm aluminium and 1.6mm mild steel — a go-to tool for roofing, cladding, and metal fabrication professionals.
Key Features
- Straight Design: Provides enhanced control and high manoeuvrability for accurate, fatigue-free cutting
- Compact & Lightweight: At just 2.0kg and 362mm, it handles easily in confined spaces and overhead applications
- Slide-Type On/Off Switch with Lock-On: Simple, intuitive operation for continuous cutting without finger fatigue
- High-Performance Shear Blade: Delivers clean, burr-free cuts through aluminium and mild steel sheet
- Anti-Start Function: Prevents accidental activation for safer handling and transport
- Overload Protection: Current limiter safeguards the motor during demanding cuts, extending tool life
- Easy-Grip Motor Housing: Ergonomic design reduces hand fatigue during extended use
- On-Tool Hex Wrench Storage: Blade adjustment tool always within reach on the job
Specifications
- Voltage: 18V
- Max Output: 350W
- No Load Speed: 4,300 rpm
- Max Cutting Capacity — Aluminium: 2.5mm
- Max Cutting Capacity — Mild Steel: 1.6mm
- Min Cutting Radius: 250mm
- Overall Length: 362mm
- Net Weight: 2.0kg
Includes: Hex wrench
Tool only — battery and charger sold separately. Compatible with Makita 18V LXT battery range.
Original: $323.89
-65%$323.89
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Description
Makita DJS161Z 18V Cordless Straight Shear — Tool Only
Tackle aluminium and mild steel sheet cutting with speed and precision. The Makita DJS161Z features a straight-body design for superior control, cutting up to 2.5mm aluminium and 1.6mm mild steel — a go-to tool for roofing, cladding, and metal fabrication professionals.
Key Features
- Straight Design: Provides enhanced control and high manoeuvrability for accurate, fatigue-free cutting
- Compact & Lightweight: At just 2.0kg and 362mm, it handles easily in confined spaces and overhead applications
- Slide-Type On/Off Switch with Lock-On: Simple, intuitive operation for continuous cutting without finger fatigue
- High-Performance Shear Blade: Delivers clean, burr-free cuts through aluminium and mild steel sheet
- Anti-Start Function: Prevents accidental activation for safer handling and transport
- Overload Protection: Current limiter safeguards the motor during demanding cuts, extending tool life
- Easy-Grip Motor Housing: Ergonomic design reduces hand fatigue during extended use
- On-Tool Hex Wrench Storage: Blade adjustment tool always within reach on the job
Specifications
- Voltage: 18V
- Max Output: 350W
- No Load Speed: 4,300 rpm
- Max Cutting Capacity — Aluminium: 2.5mm
- Max Cutting Capacity — Mild Steel: 1.6mm
- Min Cutting Radius: 250mm
- Overall Length: 362mm
- Net Weight: 2.0kg
Includes: Hex wrench
Tool only — battery and charger sold separately. Compatible with Makita 18V LXT battery range.







