Milwaukee M18 Brushless Threaded Rod Cutter with XC5.0 Battery M18 2872-20-48-11-1850

ULTRA-CLEAN BURR-FREE SUSPENSION PERFORMANCE

High-volume overhead installations demand more than just raw power; they require surgical precision without the fire hazard of a bandsaw or the manual fatigue of a hacksaw. The Milwaukee M18 Brushless Threaded Rod Cutter is engineered to dominate MEP rough-ins, delivering clean, installation-ready cuts through mild steel and stainless all-thread. By eliminating the need for filing and deburring, this system drastically accelerates the workflow for industrial electricians and mechanical contractors hanging strut or cable tray. The brushless motor provides the endurance needed for long shifts, while the balanced, one-handed design reduces installer fatigue during repetitive overhead tasks in high-density environments.

• / Four-Sided Cutting Dies: Rotate through 1/4-inch, 3/8-inch, and 1/2-inch sizes to handle diverse hanging requirements with a single tool without changing blades on the fly.
• / Burr-Free Precision: Optimized blade geometry produces clean, factory-quality cuts that allow nuts to be threaded by hand immediately, slashing post-cut prep time.
• / One-Handed Balance: Centered grip design and horizontal orientation provide superior control for both overhead trims and stable benchtop operations in the prefab shop.
• / Advanced REDLINK Intelligence: Integrated electronics prevent overheating and overload, ensuring the tool survives the rigors of high-production commercial jobsites.
• / Auto Jaw Opening: Provides fast, repetitive cuts by automatically returning the jaw to the open position after the cut is completed for maximum speed.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSVoltage: 18V
Cutting Capacity (Mild Steel): 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″
Cutting Capacity (Stainless Steel): 1/4″, 3/8″
Motor Type: Brushless
Battery Type: REDLITHIUM XC5.0
Blade Material: Tool Steel
Weight: 8.7 lbs
Tool Length: 10″

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

• / (1) M18 Brushless Threaded Rod Cutter (2872-20)
• / (1) M18 REDLITHIUM XC5.0 Extended Capacity Battery (48-11-1850)
• / (1) Upper and Lower Cutting Die Set
• / (1) Allen Key