The Einhell GE-LS 18 Li-Solo cordless branch shears is a high-performance member of the flexible Power X-Change family featuring Einhell’s advanced lithium ion technology. Every rechargeable battery from the system series can be combined with every PXC device without limitation. This cordless branch shears is an ideal helper not only for routine gardening work but also when you want to cut back more than just a little foliage. It is an easy-to-use alternative to a hand-held pruning saw or garden shears. The cordless branch shears provides you with all the power you need to cut branches up to 28 millimeters thick. Its high-grade bypass blades are designed for efficient cutting performance, resulting in accurate, clean and sharp cuts that promote foliage growth. A belt clip lets you carry the cordless branch shears in total comfort even when working high up in the trees. There is an ergonomic handle with Softgrip for comfortable operation. Safe storage of the cordless shears with the blade closed is assured by an On/Off sliding switch which activates/deactivates the item and a rugged plastic cover for the blade. Changing the blade of the cordless branch shears is easy. For safe operation of the shears there is an integrated safety switch. This product is supplied without a Power X-Change battery or charger. These are available separately, for example as a practical starter set.