The Milwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit offers a light-weight, balanced design with a 3-1/4 in. x 3-1/4 in. cutting capacity, the largest of any compact band saw. The M18 FUEL Compact Band Saw is the fastest cutting band saw in its class with a POWERSTATE Brushless motor and Constant Power Technology. Equipped with Jobsite Armor Technology, this cordless band saw is better protected from drops and debris with a proprietary composite material and crush zone barriers to absorb impacts. Milwaukee M18 FUEL power tool line features REDLINK PLUS Intelligence, the most Advanced system of cordless power tool electronics, providing optimized performance and overload protection using total system communication between tool, battery and charger. A variable speed trigger, tool-free locking adjustable shoe, and LED work light give users maximum control and productivity. An integrated rafter hook for hanging provides easy storage in-between cuts. The M18 FUEL Compact Band Saw also has pipe reamer attachment compatibility to easily attach the customized reamer attachment (49-90-2029, sold separately) to the back of the band saw for the ability to cut and ream with the same tool. In addition to the power tool, this band saw kit includes two M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT CP3.0 batteries, one M18/M12 Rapid Charger and one 8/10 TPI Extreme metal cutting band saw blade.
- POWERSTATE brushless motor delivers the fastest cutting speed of any compact band saw
- Largest capacity in it’s class: versatility to cut up to 3-1/4 in. x 3-1/4 in. material in a single pass
- Lightweight design for increased balance: 20% lighter than it’s previous model
- Conduit reamer attachment compatibility: reamer attaches directly to back of the tool (attachment sold separately)
- CPT Constant Power Technology: maintains cut speed in the toughest applications for optimal performance
- Jobsite armor technology: proprietary composite material and crush zone barriers provide long-lasting rugged protection
- Variable speed trigger: provides maximum speed control
- LED light: illuminates work surface for increased accuracy and productivity
- REDLINK PLUS intelligence: the most advanced system of cordless power tool electronics, provides optimized performance and overload protection using total system communication between tool, battery and charger
- All metal direct drive: delivers maximum tool life with all metal direct Drive Gearing system, while requiring less servicing than a chain drive
- Tool-free locking adjustable shoe: button actuated tool-free design allows user to quickly adjust from an extended shoe to no shoe in seconds
- Fully compatible with the M18 system, featuring over 200 plus tools
- Includes: one M18 FUEL compact band saw two M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT CP 3.0 battery packs one M18/M12 rapid charger one 8/10 TPI extreme blade
Jeffry Klocko (verified owner) –
Exceeded my expectations
Arianna Eichmann (verified owner) –
This band saw is very light to me, and powerful. I got this as I wanted to cut my 3″ diameter PVC , I saw that this has a MaX capaxity of 3.25″ , so I thought I would be able to use it on a 3″ pvc(sched 40).What I did not factor in was the width of the overall pipe which made it 3.5″ wide total. I was not able to cut it off cleanly as it was too snug. I had to rotate the pipe as I cut it. It eventually worked but lesson learned. Installing the band was simple enough, as there ia a tensioning lever to loosen and tighten the band. This saw does not have the dual handle actuator like the other recent one. The led worked but I wished it was a little brighter, I honestly do not recall if it shut off right away. In addition to my PVC I used this for pruning a few limbs, I have a chainsaw, but did not want to use it. This worked, but you just have to be mindful of your approach, if you do not position it properly, it can run away from the workpiece as oppose to go straight through it. This lost a star from me because I would like to see a cover provided with this kit to protect the the band during transport. The 3.0 batteries are very light, I have not compared it to my 5.0 batteries and regular ones to see how tge high output compares but I plan on doing so soon.
Mertie Goldner (verified owner) –
Got this , charged the batteries and cut some steel pipe plastic pipe. Made about two dozen cuts and still had life on the battery. Used a bigger battery and could feel the difference in weight. I would recommend the smaller battery if you are cutting overhead or for a long time. I like the LED light to see the cut line on dark metal. Only thing I need to get is extra blades. I did not use the charger since I already have one.
Abbey Hayes (verified owner) –
Awesome! Cut through galvanized piping in seconds.
Caitlyn Lowe (verified owner) –
Works great. Wish it came with batteries at the price but hay batteries are worth more than the tool. But yeah I like the tool.
Lonzo Klein (verified owner) –
Perfect for what I need. Little smaller and lighter but still packs a punch!
Amy Torp (verified owner) –
Cuts like butter and is a daily favorite with the coworkers on the job site.
Arne Kessler (verified owner) –
Excellent, lightweight, great features. Definitely recommended over any other brand.
Derick Lindgren (verified owner) –
Works great, but mostly plastic so worried about how it will hold up to wear and tear
Marian Jast (verified owner) –
Great tool, it would be nice if it had a larger cutting area so you could cut from larger diameter items,but still very useful and well made.
Jordon Lemke (verified owner) –
This bandsaw is perfect, I use it for cutting emt 3/4,1” conduit and strut regularly and it’s perfect. Very fast and smooth, not too heavy either.
Berenice Langosh (verified owner) –
My husband and I do a lot of vegetable gardening. We like to make our own trellises out of PVC pipe so we can customize them for our needs.We got this bandsaw in order to cut the pipe easily and using a battery operated saw. The saw is comfortable to hold and it worked exceptionally well for our needs. The saw can be used for other pipe materials but currently, this is our primary use. I will include a picture of the saw, our use of it and the final product, a trellis in our garden.We use stakes in the ground and place the pipe over it. We connect the pipe using standard PVC elbow connectors. We then use nylon netting cut to size and held in place with nylon cinch ties.This is the first year that cutting the pipes as been one of the easier chores involved in creating the trellis because of the ease of use of the saw.
Adriana Wehner (verified owner) –
This thing is a beast. Lighter than the brushed m18 but very comfortable to use. They improved the cutting guide by adding a button that you push to move it up and down, so it doesn’t get bumped and collapse. It cuts through 3/4″ rigid and OCAL in about 7 seconds and doesn’t bind if the cuts are straight and the blade doesn’t get pinched. The cutting angle is great as well, very easy to make perfectly straight cuts. Going to see how well the variable speed trigger does on stainless steel later. The cutting depth and width are also a huge bonus. It can almost cut through 3″ pvc (it’s just a 1/4″ too small). My biggest complaint is the trigger lock button, which has to be held rather than toggled, but its not even noticable after a week of use.
Evans Cassin (verified owner) –
This is a badazz bandsaw, lighter than the previous model.
Annabelle Williamson (verified owner) –
Excellent tool worth every dime.
Marielle Beier (verified owner) –
If you were looking for an awesome bandsaw that has just the right cut capacity than this is it. The bandsaw fits right between the m12 bandsaw and the m18 deep neck bandsaw. The bandsaw is like a hot knife through butter even with the stock blade it comes with. I used the bandsaw on a 3/4 inch thick pipe, rebar, pvc pipe, and wood and it handled everything with complete ease. It was very impressive how easily it handled each of the materials and little to no kickback as it engages the cut. The features on the bandsaw are really beneficial and great thinking by Milwaukee. The saw comes with crunch or crash zones designed to take a drop and can be replaced easily that way your saw can keep going. Comes with a brush to help clear out any metal filings so as the blade is rotating. That will help prolong the life of your gears. A very bright led light is right in the cut area that easily lights your cut. You also get an adjustable cut support. This also comes with the nice and durable rafter hook. The band saw blade that comes with it is very nice for a stock blade. I had no issues with mine but I have heard some people had minors issues with the weld point of the blade so be on the watch out for that. The 2 3AH batteries that come with the saw give you plenty of power and are a great complement to this bandsaw. Overall this is an amazing bandsaw. I would definitely recommend this bandsaw. It is light but still has plenty of power. Well designed and thought through by Milwaukee.
Jannie Brown (verified owner) –
Extremely lightweight, great for one handed operation. As an electrician who uses mainly uni-strut and up to 1” conduit, it suits all of my needs.
Virgil Berge (verified owner) –
I am in the middle of restoring an old car to go racing in the 24 hours of Lemons. I haven’t done any roll cage welding i a while so I thought I should practice. I puled out this band saw and proceeded to slice up a length of tubing like like it was made of paper. The cuts were clean, the pipe didn’t heat up like with my chop saw, and the cut surface needed very little clean up afterward. Now I can’t wait to get started on the new cage.
Hulda Thompson (verified owner) –
Great intermediate saw. I own the larger and smaller version as well. This saw is now my “go to” 90% of the time.
Zane Schaden (verified owner) –
Love it ! Complete kit quick cutting , definitely stands out . Couldn’t be any more happier price is iffy but hey you get what you pay for and this thing makes miracles !