Features
- Brushless motor compatible with 60V FLEXVOLT battery system
- 12 in. bar and chain intended for pruning and removal work
- LED dashboard to display battery and tool status
- Adjustable all‑metal oiler for chain lubrication
- Inertia (chain) brake for kickback protection
- Cast‑magnesium gearcase for reduced weight and durability
- Tooled chain tensioning and metal bucking spikes for cutting control
- TOOL CONNECT™ chip‑ready connectivity for optional asset tracking
Specifications
| Bar Length | 12 in. |
| Motor Type | Brushless |
| Power Source | 60V MAX* FLEXVOLT battery system |
| Included Battery (Kit) | DCB609 FLEXVOLT (listed as 9 Ah in some kit descriptions) |
| Included Charger | Yes |
| Chain Speed | 23.6 m/s (manufacturer listing); some retailer listings show 25 m/s |
| Peak Horsepower | 3.42 (manufacturer listing); some retailer listings show 1.9 |
| Chain Brake | Inertia‑activated |
| Oiler | Adjustable, all‑metal |
| Gearcase | Cast‑magnesium |
| Connectivity | TOOL CONNECT™ CHIP‑READY (chip sold separately) |
| Led Interface | Displays battery and basic tool status |
| Tool Weight (Without Battery) | Approximately 7–8 lbs (listed range) |
| Kit Weight | 18.25 lbs |
| Kit Dimensions | 9.75 × 9.5 × 28.5 in |
| Accessories Included | Bar, chain, sheath, sharpening file, scrench, kit bag (varies by seller) |
| Warranty | 2 year limited warranty |
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Compact top-handle cordless chainsaw designed for pruning, removal, and other in-tree work. It uses the 60V FLEXVOLT battery platform with a brushless motor. The kit configuration includes a FLEXVOLT battery and charger, 12 in. bar and chain, protective sheath, sharpening file, scrench, and carrying bag. The saw has a cast-magnesium gearcase, an LED dashboard for status information, and is TOOL CONNECT chip‑ready for optional asset tracking.
Project Ideas
Business
Quiet HOA/Urban Pruning Service
Offer low-noise pruning and small-limb removal tailored to neighborhoods with noise restrictions. The 60V cordless platform reduces disturbance and fumes, and the compact top-handle design excels at crown cleaning, clearance pruning, and shrub/small tree reductions from the ground.
Storm Limb Clearing Micro‑Crew
Provide rapid-response limb bucking and debris sectioning after wind or ice events. Battery power means you can work where fuel mixing is impractical, and TOOL CONNECT chip-readiness helps track assets across multiple jobs or crews.
Orchard and Fruit‑Tree Maintenance
Sell seasonal pruning packages for small orchards, vineyards, and backyard growers. The 12 in. bar is sized for thinning cuts and removal of crossing limbs, and the adjustable oiler supports long days on resinous species. Bundle add-ons like brush hauling or wood slicing for mulch rings.
Reclaimed Wood Goods Pop‑Up
Source stormfall and pruning offcuts to produce and sell tree cookies, planters, rustic risers, and carved house-number plaques at markets and online. Market the sustainability angle and offer custom sizing from customer-supplied limbs.
Trail and Campsite Corridor Trimming
Contract with camps, outfitters, and parks to keep paths clear of small-diameter encroachment. The light, cordless saw is easy to pack for remote sites, and the inertia chain brake adds protection during frequent start-stop cutting around uneven terrain.
Creative
Backyard Branch-to-Bench
Turn pruned limbs and small logs into a compact garden bench or stool set. The 12 in. bar is ideal for trimming to length and making clean shoulders and notches, and the metal bucking spikes help keep cuts controlled for snug joinery. Finish with sanding and exterior oil for a rustic, durable seat.
Tree-Cookie Centerpieces
Slice uniform “cookies” from fallen limbs to create coasters, trivets, and wedding table centerpieces. The lightweight top-handle form and chain brake make repetitive crosscuts manageable, and the LED dashboard helps monitor battery so you can batch-cut consistently sized pieces.
Rustic Log Planters
Cut short segments of small-diameter logs and open a central cavity for soil, leaving a solid base. The compact saw lets you shape outer profiles, bevel rims, and add drainage slots. Great for succulents and herbs, and perfect for using stormfall or pruning waste creatively.
Trail Sign Blanks and Wayfinding Stakes
Mill flat faces on small logs to make live-edge sign blanks, arrows, and stakes for garden or trail wayfinding. The adjustable oiler helps keep the chain cutting smoothly through resinous woods, and the cast-magnesium gearcase keeps the tool light for longer sessions.
Mini Relief Carvings
Create shallow relief carvings (house numbers, simple motifs) on slabbed offcuts and limb faces. The 12 in. bar handles controlled outlining and background removal on small pieces, and the tool’s balance makes it easier to follow curves before you refine with hand tools.