Makita Jigsaws is an Ultra-compact Machine that is Lightweight and has a Brushless Motor for Longer Battery Runtime and Less Maintenance. Its Rubberized Soft Grip Handle Provides Increased Comfort on the Job. Makita Jigsaws are primarily used to make curved, intricate cuts in wood, but can also cut through a number of other materials such as plastic, sheet metal, and ceramic tile.
Makita DJV181Z 18v LXT Cordless Barrel Grip Brushless Jigsaw Body
Like the above reviewer states, the body grip on the DJV181 is a key benefit. It allows you amazing levels over control over your cuts, especially curves. Equally, flip the jigsaw upside down, and the barrel grip is ideal for making plunge cuts from the underside of the material.
Features:
- Brushless motor
- New improved dust extraction hose joint
- Rigid aluminum base bevels 0 to 45 degrees left and right
- Change lever for 3 orbital settings and straight cutting
- Tool-less blade change
- Variable speed control dial
- Soft start feature
- Twin LED job light
SPECIFICATION:
- Voltage: 18v
- Max. in steel: 10 mm
- Max. in wood: 135 mm
- Max in aluminum: 20 mm
- Strokes per Minute: 800 – 3,500 pm
- Shank: Universal
- Stroke Length: 26 mm
- Noise sound pressure: 78 dB(A)
Metal
You can also use a jigsaw on metal, which can be useful when making a hole in a piece of material through which a pipe can fit. There will also be times you’ll need to cut curves in metal for it to fit on a wall.
Ceramic Tile
There are a number of instances when you might need to use a jigsaw with ceramic tile. For example, you might need to cut a semicircle or curve around a pipe. With the correct blade on your jigsaw, you can easily accomplish this.
Carpet
Although most people wouldn’t immediately think of it, you can use a jigsaw to cut carpet. This offers a more accurate cut than you’d manage with a utility knife or by using scissors.
Reasons why you should buy Makita Jigsaw.
Makita jigsaw can be used to make both straight and curved cuts in a wide variety of materials, including wood, particleboard, plywood, plastic, metal, even ceramic tile.
Kid-Friendly
With the proper instruction and adult supervision, children of various ages can use a jigsaw safely. The tool rests on the surface of what it is cutting, so it doesn’t require a grown-up’s strength to hold it in place.
Easy to Use
jigsaws are easy and straightforward to use regardless of your experience level. Insert the blade, plug in the tool (or pop in the battery if it’s cordless), and you are ready to start cutting.