Makita
DCS553Z — 18V Brushless 150mm Metal Cutting Saw
Part No: DCS553Z | Barcode: 88381865241
The Makita DCS553Z is an 18V brushless metal cutting circular saw with a 150mm TCT blade delivering 57.5mm cutting depth at 4,200 RPM. Featuring Automatic Drive Technology (ADT) that adjusts speed to load, a self-collecting dust housing, and electric brake, it cuts steel, aluminium, and stainless cleanly without sparks or burrs.
18V Brushless
150mm Blade
57.5mm Depth
4,200 RPM
ADT Auto Speed
Spark-Free
Self-Collecting Dust
2.8kg Bare
Suitable For
Mild Steel
Stainless Steel
Aluminium
Conduit & Strut
Sheet Metal
Key Features & Benefits
- 57.5mm cutting depth — handles conduit, strut, angle iron, and light structural steel in a single pass with the 150mm TCT blade.
- 4,200 RPM blade speed — higher speed than competitors delivers faster chip removal and cleaner cuts through ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
- Automatic Drive Technology (ADT) — automatically adjusts cutting speed according to load, maintaining optimum blade speed without manual trigger adjustment.
- Self-collecting dust housing — captures metal chips within the housing, reducing scatter and keeping the workspace clean without a separate chip collector.
- Electric brake — fast yet gentle stopping of blade rotation when the trigger is released for improved safety.
- Brushless motor — approximately 30% more runtime per charge compared to brushed motors, with reduced heat and extended motor life.
- LED job light — illuminates the cut line for visibility when cutting in ceilings, under floors, and in dim conditions.
- Retractable joist hook — handy for hanging the saw at height when working on elevated platforms and in ceiling cavities.
When to Use This Metal Saw
The DCS553Z is Makita’s cordless metal cutting saw for electricians, plumbers, and HVAC installers who need spark-free cutting of conduit, strut, and light structural steel. The ADT speed adjustment is particularly valuable when cutting through varying thicknesses — the saw maintains speed without the operator needing to feather the trigger. The self-collecting dust housing keeps chips contained without a bulky external collector. Choose this when you are on the Makita 18V LXT platform and need a compact metal saw for trade installations.
Authorised Australian Dealer — This product is sourced directly from Makita Australia and is backed by full Australian manufacturer warranty and local support.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | DCS553Z |
| Voltage | 18V |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Blade Diameter × Bore | 150 × 20mm |
| Cutting Depth | 57.5mm |
| No-Load Speed | 4,200 RPM |
| ADT | Yes (auto speed adjustment) |
| Weight (bare) | 2.8kg |
Skin only — battery, charger, and blade sold separately.
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