As with all lithium ion battery-powered products from SKIL, these two new tools feature the SKIL Smartcharge System™. This system provides overcharge protection by restricting the flow of energy consumed once a tool is charged. This enables users to store their tool on the charger for any length of time without affecting battery life or drawing unneeded power. Thanks to this energy efficient technology, SKIL’s Smartcharge System™ battery charger has earned Energy Star certification. SKIL’s lithium ion power tools are also environmentally-friendly because their batteries contain soft metals that are safer for disposal than traditional Nickel Cadmium batteries. Nickel Cadmium, or NiCad, contain large amounts of heavy metals that can cause health risks when handled improperly.
Cut Through the Holidays with Ease
Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer for the DIYer, crafter or handy person on your list? Look no further than the new Power Cutter from SKIL. This cordless universal cutting tool allows users to make precise cuts through hundreds of materials. From craftsmen to carpenters, gardeners to arts-and-crafts buffs, the power cutter offers features and benefits that are certain to appeal to a wide spectrum of people.
Unique technology and features make the power cutter one of the most innovative products introduced in 2008. Its 10-sided precision ground blade easily slices through tough materials up to ¼” thick while the Tungsten Carbide AutoSharp Blade System keeps the blade sharp for repetitive use. An integrated 3.6 volt lithium ion battery can hold a charge up to 18 months, so it’s always ready when needed. Weighing less than a pound with an ergonomic soft-grip handle, the power cutter is easy to handle and eliminates the fatigue experienced with standard scissors, making it ideal for people with arthritis or other conditions. The power cutter also incorporates a blade guard for increased safety, unlike traditional utility knives whose exposed blades can be dangerous.
The Power Cutter is incredibly versatile – cutting carpeting and carpet padding, vinyl flooring, wallpaper and contact paper with ease. Sewing enthusiasts and anyone looking to reupholster their furniture can use it to cut through heavy fabrics including leather, suede, canvas and denim and arts and crafts hobbyists
can cut through card stock, poster board and felt. Even those who work outdoors can use the cutter for window screens, drywall sanding sheets, roofing paper, plastic barrier fencing, waterproof liners and more. It can even assist with some light gardening and weeding tasks. Parents across the country will rejoice when they try out the cutter on plastic packaging and little wires holding children’s toys to packaging. Homeowners can use the cutter for breaking down corrugated boxes for recycling and disposal too. The power cutter replaces scissors and utility knives for almost ever imaginable task - the possibilities are endless! The SKIL Power Cutter is available at Lowe’s home improvement stores and other retail locations nationwide with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $49.99.
Some Assembly Required?
The dreaded phrase many parents read on toy boxes during the holiday season no longer needs to be a cause for concern. The palm-sized iXO3 screwdriver from SKIL the newest model of the world’s best selling power tool, will gear you up to do everything around the house from hanging holiday decorations to assembling new toys and furniture.
This newest version of the popular iXO includes a right-angle attachment, which allows users to get into even tighter spaces and awkward angles. This innovative attachment is perfect for home improvement projects such as assembling cabinets, attaching light fixtures, minor plumbing repairs, or anywhere else that involves hard-to-reach places.
The light and powerful iXO3 screwdriver also has a second attachment designed to provide more control when driving into softer woods or metals. With the iXO3’s unique clutch attachment stripping screws and driving too deep are things of the past. Perfect for projects that require precision such as computer assembly and model building, this versatile attachment, the clutch attachment is sold separately through SKIL service centers.
Weighing less than 11 ounces, the iXO3 is designed to deliver surprisingly powerful performance in a compact, lightweight package. The iXO3 is packed with DIY friendly features, including a forward /reverse indicator lights to ensure you know which way the bit is spinning, a built-in work light to illuminate project areas and a magnetized ¼″ hex chuck that ensures the bit stays in place. With its 3.6 volt lithium ion battery technology, the tool can hold its charge for up to 18 months and is always ready for a home improvement project or an unexpected repair.
The iXO3 is available at Lowe’s home improvement stores and other retail locations nationwide with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $39.99.
For more information on SKIL’s complete collection of tools, including the company’s legendary SKILSAW, innovative X-Bench workstation and dozens of other great holiday gift ideas, visit www.SKIL.com.
About SKIL Power Tools
SKIL Power Tools is a leader in portable electric power tools and accessories serving the consumer do-it-yourself and professional construction markets. Founded in 1924 with the invention of the SKILSAW Wormdrive, SKIL now delivers a complete line of power tools designed and engineered to help DIYers achieve home project success, while providing professionals durable, cost-conscience tools for the jobsite. For more information about SKIL Power Tools visit www.skil.com or call toll-free 877-SKIL-999.