The V18™ Circular Saw with its Li-ion battery cuts up to 45 2x12’s per charge. Its 6-1/2 in. blade easily cuts 2x material at a 45° bevel in one pass. Rigid aircraft aluminum shoe and all metal upper and lower blade guards provide added jobsite durability. Electric brake provides quick blade stops. The Universal Li-ion/NiCd charger will charge any 18V to 28V Milwaukee battery in one hour or less. Tool is backwards compatible with existing Milwaukee NiCd 18V batteries.