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Greenlee ESG50L11 Battery-Powered Cable Cutter 18V Li-Ion with 120V Charger
Professional hydraulic cable cutting for copper and aluminum power cables
The Greenlee ESG50L11 Battery-Powered Cable Cutter delivers professional-grade performance with its two-stage hydraulic system and state-of-the-art 18V lithium-ion battery technology. Designed for cutting copper and aluminum power cables up to 2.000 IN diameter, this tool combines advanced hydraulic power with intelligent battery management for reliable field performance. The 350-degree rotating cutting head and forward handle position provide optimal balance and versatility for professional electrical applications.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Two-Stage Hydraulic System: Provides fast advance and power speeds, significantly reducing cutting time and improving productivity on job sites.
- 18V Li-Ion Battery Technology: Delivers 70% more cycles per charge with faster cycle times, providing up to 300 estimated cycles per charge for extended operation.
- Retraction Stop Function: Allows operators to stop ram retraction at any point by tapping the trigger, enabling efficient positioning for the next cutting cycle.
- 350-Degree Rotating Head: Provides exceptional maneuverability and access in tight spaces, accommodating various cable orientations and installation configurations.
- Smart Charging System: 120V charger controls charging current, voltage, and battery temperature to maximize battery life with 1-hour charge time.
- LED Status Indicators: Integrated LED light provides battery charge status and tool maintenance alerts, plus work light illuminates dark work areas.
- Ergonomic Design: Forward handle position improves tool balance while overmolded tacky grip areas enhance comfort and control during extended use.
Technical Specifications
- Accessory: 12274 UPC 12274 Carrying Strap
- Application: For Cutting Copper And Aluminum Power Cables
- Battery: 18 V, 3.0 AMP-HR Lithium-Ion
- Battery Charge Time: 1 HR
- Capacity: 2.000 IN (50.000 MM) Diameter Aluminum Or Copper Cable
- Charger Voltage: 120 V
- Estimated Cycles Per Charge: 300
- Product Height: 13.000 IN (330.000 MM)
- Product Length: 15-3/4 IN (400.000 MM)
- Product Type: Battery Powered
- Product Weight: 9.800 LB (4.400 KG)
- Replacement Part: 04181 UPC 04181 Movable Blade, 04184 UPC 04184 Fixed Blade,52176 UPC 52176 18 V, 3.0 AMP-HR, Li-ion
- Rotation: 350 DEG
Professional Applications
- Electrical Contractor Services
- Utility Line Work
- Industrial Maintenance
- Commercial Electrical Installation
- Power Distribution Projects
- Emergency Repair Services
- Cable Termination Work
Why Choose Greenlee Quality?
Greenlee battery-powered cutting tools feature bio-degradable hydraulic oil and are protected by U.S. Patents #6,206,663 and #6,065,326, demonstrating the company's commitment to environmental responsibility and innovative engineering. The automatic retraction feature and one-trigger control system reflect decades of professional tool development focused on efficiency and user safety in demanding electrical applications.
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Product Specs
- Accessory:
- 12274 UPC 12274 Carrying Strap
- Application:
- For Cutting Copper And Aluminum Power Cables
- Battery:
- 18 V, 3.0 AMP-HR Lithium-Ion
- Battery Charge Time:
- 1 HR
- Capacity:
- 2.000 IN (50.000 MM) Diameter Aluminum Or Copper Cable
- Charger Voltage:
- 120 V
- Estimated Cycles Per Charge:
- 300
- Product Height:
- 13.000 IN (330.000 MM)
- Product Length:
- 15-3/4 IN (400.000 MM)
- Product Type:
- Battery Powered
- Product Weight:
- 9.800 LB (4.400 KG)
- Replacement Part:
- 04181 UPC 04181 Movable Blade, 04184 UPC 04184 Fixed Blade,52176 UPC 52176 18 V, 3.0 AMP-HR, Li-ion
- Rotation:
- 350 DEG
Greenlee ESG50L11 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What size cable can the Greenlee ESG50L11 battery cutter actually cut?
The ESG50L11 cuts copper and aluminum power cable up to 2 inches (50 mm) in diameter. It is built for power cable only, copper or aluminum. It is not a tool for cutting steel-reinforced conductors or guy wire.
2) How many cuts will I get out of one battery charge on the Greenlee ESG50L11?
Roughly 300 cycles per charge from the 18V, 3.0 Amp-hour lithium-ion battery, and the 120V charger brings it back up in about an hour. For a crew doing continuous terminations, a second 52176 battery pack keeps the tool moving while the first one charges.
3) Can one person handle this cutter overhead or in a ladder/bucket?
It weighs 9.8 lb (4.4 kg) and measures 15-3/4 in long by 13 in high, so it is a two-hand tool but manageable one-handed for short cuts. The head rotates 350 degrees, so you can set the tool where your body fits and turn the jaw to the cable instead of the other way around. Greenlee also lists a 12274 carrying strap if you are working off a ladder or in a bucket.
4) What parts wear out on the ESG50L11 and what do I stock for it?
The blades are the consumable. Greenlee lists the 04181 movable blade and the 04184 fixed blade as replacement parts, plus the 52176 18V 3.0 Ah lithium-ion pack. An MRO crib standardizing on this tool should carry a blade set and a spare battery.
5) Does the Greenlee ESG50L11 come with a charger, or do I need to buy one?
A 120V charger is included with the ESG50L11, and it manages charging current, voltage and battery temperature rather than just dumping current into the pack. It runs on standard 120V shop or generator power.
6) Is a battery hydraulic cable cutter worth it over manual ratchet cable cutters?
On anything up to 2 inch diameter copper or aluminum, the battery tool wins on repetition. The two-stage hydraulic system runs a fast advance then a power stroke, and the retraction stop lets you tap the trigger to halt the ram partway so you are repositioning for the next cut instead of cycling the ram all the way home. Manual ratchet cutters still have a place for one or two cuts a day or where no battery is available.
7) Can I use the ESG50L11 in a dark vault or manhole?
There is an integrated work light for dark areas, and the same LED indicates battery charge status and tool maintenance alerts. The 350 degree rotating head and forward handle help in tight, awkward positions like pull boxes and vaults.
8) What is the exact part number for the Greenlee battery cable cutter with the 120V charger?
Greenlee ESG50L11. That is the manufacturer part number for the 18V lithium-ion battery cable cutter supplied with the 120V charger.
9) Does the hydraulic oil in this Greenlee cutter matter for indoor or environmentally sensitive work?
Greenlee uses bio-degradable hydraulic oil in its battery-powered cutting tools, which is a point in its favor for utility work near waterways or inside occupied facilities where a seal leak would otherwise be a cleanup problem.
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Absolutely. The Greenlee ESG50L11 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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