'Brushless' cordless hedge cutter




- Digital brushless motor: '50% more power¹, 45% faster¹ and 10x longer lifetime
- Laser-cut, diamond ground blade ensures excellent cutting quality
- Cuts large branches up to 20 mm thick
- Dual action hardened-stee blades for clean cuts and less vibration
- Blade tip protector protects the blade when working along walls and paths
- 'Easy Storage' design for space saving and orderly storage of tool

KEEPCOOL™
Our patented ‘KEEPCOOL™’ technology prevents batteries from overheating and improves battery performance.
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Our intelligent ACTIVCELL™ technology continuously monitors the voltage, temperature and current of the battery. Transmitting this information to the tool in real-time, it helps extract the right amount of energy from the battery for the job.
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Digital Brushless Motors
The latest cutting-edge technology is embedded in the very DNA of each and every SKIL tool. Our compact, digital brushless motors deliver extra power, extra efficiency and a longer lifetime than comparable brushed motors.
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Clutter impedes performance, so each of our garden tools is designed with a space-saving Easy Storage solution.
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PWRCORE 20™ SERIOUS POWER AND PERFORMANCE.
PWRCORE 20™ is the perfect choice for bigger projects. The serious power and performance allow you to complete every task at hand with ease.
Product Description
Brushless cordless 45-cm hedge cutter for effortless trimming
The ‘20V Max’ (18V) SKIL 0438 is a cordless hedge cutter for cutting hedges and shrubs. It’s part of the SKIL brushless range, offering unmatched value for money. Our brushless motor is faster, stronger and lasts 10 times longer than a conventional brushed motor.
With its laser-cut, diamond-ground 45-cm blade, this hedge cutter offers excellent cutting quality. Cutting thick branches is no issue with its 20-mm blade spacing and is ensured with the dual action hardened-steel blades. You can even cut along walls or close to the ground thanks to the blade tip protector. This prevents damage to the blade tip when the cordless hedge cutter touches a hard surface. Thanks to SKIL’s exclusive EASY STORAGE design, this tool takes up minimal storage space after use. SKIL 0438 AA is supplied with a 2.0Ah KEEPCOOL™ battery, a fast charger, blade cover and an EASY STORAGE hook.
PWRCORE 20™ industry-leading battery technology to power all SKIL '20V Max' tools
The PWRCORE 20™ system consists of industry-leading advanced battery and charger technology, plus innovative features you won’t find anywhere else, such as our patented KEEPCOOL™ battery cooling technology which increases the runtime by up to 25% and doubles the battery lifetime. Whereas the patented ACTIVCELL™ technology safeguards a maximum performance and optimal battery protection. The PWRCORE 20™ batteries and chargers are 100% compatible and interchangeable with all SKIL PWRCORE 20™ power tools and garden tools for ultimate flexibility.
Specifications
| Performance Level | HIGH PERFORMANCE |
|---|---|
| Tool Height (mm) | 185 |
| No-load stroke rate | 3000 |
| Max. cutting capacity | 20 mm |
| Blade length | 45 cm |
| No Load Speed (spm) | 3000 |
| Dual Action | Yes |
| Power source | Direct Current |
| Battery Port | Single Port |
| Tool Width (mm) | 222 |
| Tool Length (mm) | 882 |
| IP Class | IPX4 |
| No Load Speed (spm) | 3000 |
| Dual Action | Yes |
| Tool Height (mm) | 185 |
| Tool Weight (kg) | 1.88 |
| Motor Type | Brushless |
| Rotating rear handle | No |
| Blade length (cm) | 45 |
| Tool Width (mm) | 222 |
| Tool Weight (kg) | 1.88 |
| Tool Length (mm) | 882 |
| Battery capacity | 2 Ah |
| Motor Type | Brushless |
| Battery Port | Single Port |
| Max. charge current | 220-240V/50-60Hz A |
| Net weight incl. battery | 2.5 kg |
| Net weight excl. battery | 1.88 kg |
| Number of batteries | 1 |
| Charge current | 2.4 A |
| Voltage Max | 20 V Max |
| Battery type | Lithium-Ion |
| Voltage (V) | 20 V |
| Power Platform | PWRCORE20 |
| Blade Type | Double sided |
| Lock-Off | Yes |
| Hanging Hole | Yes |
| Front Handle Trigger | Yes |
| Lock-Off | Yes |
| Saw Function | No |
| Serviceable Housing | No |
| Blade Tip Protector | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 year tool warranty for domestic use, 1 year tool warranty for professional use |
| IP Class | IPX4 |
| EAN | 4894863202208 |
| Cutting Capacity (mm) | 20 |
| Speed Selection | No |
| Blade Treatment | Laser |
| Blade Tooth Depth (mm) | 20 |
| Blade Tip Protector | Yes |
| Front Handle Trigger | Yes |
| Hanging Hole | Yes |
| Rotatable Main Handle | No |
| Rotating Angle | No |
| Saw Function | No |
| Serviceable Housing | No |
| Sound pressure | 79 dB |
| Uncertainty noise power (K) | 2.5 dB |
| Uncertainty Vibration (K) | 1.5 m/s² |
| Vibration level | 2.1 m/s² |
| Sound power | 90 dB |
| Uncertainty noise pressure (K) | 3 dB |
| Charging Time | 1 h |
| Category Type | Outdoor Power Equipment |
Packaging contains
- SKIL 0428 cordless hedge trimmer
- Blade cover
- PWRCORE 20™ 2.0Ah Li-ion battery
- Charger 2.4A
- 'Easy Storage' hook
- Instruction manual
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