The multi purpose metal cutter rotates at a speed of 3,600 rpm and uses a 5-3/8th C-6 tungsten steel carbide-tipped blade with 30 teeth and a 1/16"thin kerf. The blade uses a chipping action rather than an abrasive action which results in a much quicker cut. With the exceptionally thin blade kerf it cuts clean with no need for de-burring after cutting. The EY4542LN2M has an adjustable base plate that delivers cutting depth from 1/8" to 1-13/16", minimizing the blade wear and maximizing the cutting efficiency. The blade cutting edge is easily visible through the clear window on the blade guard. The EY4542LN2M features a three way dust control system which reduces metal chip splash and sawdust in an environmentally friendly manner. The EY4542LN2M is ideal for cutting pipe, strut, threaded rod, metal stud. Just change to a wood or plastic cutting blade to utilize the EY4542's multi purpose capability to also cut various woods and plastics.

The EY4542LN2M offers a full complement of convenience features including an LED Work Light that illuminates the work area when in use, electric brake to stop blade rotation once the trigger is released, a fully enclosed blade to minimize chip splash, and a spindle lock button for easy blade replacement. The EY4542LN2M is compact in size (13" long) and weighs only 5.7 lbs. The ergonomic design delivers a comfortable contoured rubber grip which allows for less fatigue over extended use. The EY4542LN2M is powered by a 3.0ah Cobalt Li-ion battery pack. This battery pack delivers high output with low heat generation resulting in twice the lifetime total performance versus current Ni-Cd battery packs. In addition the EY4542LN2M utilizes Panasonic's unique GuardION system. The GuardION system monitors each battery cell during battery charging and during tool use to prevent over discharging and overheating of the battery pack thus insuring long life.

The EY4542LN2M uses a self diagnostic universal battery charger which electronically monitors the condition of each battery cell in the battery pack during the charging process to deliver full charging with minimal heat generation. The charger will charge all Panasonic battery chemistries - Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, Li-ion and all voltages from 7.2-28.8v. The 3.0ah Li-ion battery pack included in the kit fully charges in 50 minutes. The kit comes with a tool, 2 - 3.0ah Li-ion battery packs, a universal charger, and a molded case. This tool is also available in a combo kit format or as a bare tool.