Black & Decker NHT518/NHT518L 18-Volt Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer

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Product Description

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Ideal for trimming hedges, shrubs and bushes, this electric hedge trimmer from Black & Decker combines the convenience of cordless operation with the longlasting power of an 18-volt battery (included, along with compatible charger) for efficient, reliable performance. The NHT518/NHT518L trims up to 1,200 square feet of hedge on just one charge, and features pre-hardened, machined-steel, dual action blades for exceptional durability without excessive vibration. Additionally, the extended blade measures 22 inches for level cuts, and a shearing blade cuts at an impressive rate when handling branches up to 3/4-inch thick. A durable plastic body guards against wear and tear, and a lock-off switch helps guard against unintended start-ups.

From the Manufacturer

The Cordless HedgeHog from Black and Decker offers the power to complete tasks without the hassle of an extension cord. Plus, it's easy to use. A 18-volt NiCad battery provides the power to trim up to 1200 square feet of hedge on a single charge, and recharges in as little as 3 hours. Hardened, machined-steel dual-action blades run with minimal vibration, stay sharp, and provide the durability to complete tough tasks year after year. An extended 22-inch blade provides a smooth and level cut. For safety, a lock-off switch button reduces accidental start-ups. The trimmer comes with one 18-volt battery and charger. This Black and Decker tool weighs 6.4 pounds total and includes a 30-day, no-risk satisfaction guarantee plus a full two-year warranty.

Product Details

Product Manual [782kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 6.5 x 37.1 inches ; 8.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0001Q2EMA
• Item model number: NHT518
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (109 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #17,712 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)

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Customer Reviews

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64 of 64 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars No More Cut Cords!, June 23, 2004

By	Len "10101" (Bayside, NY United States) - See all my reviews

I agree with what was said in the earlier review. My own comparison is with the 10 year old B&D 22" electric that it replaced. I was impressed in that it gives up nothing in terms of power. I used it today for the first time on my 150' of hedges and lots of other bushes, especially hugh forsythias. It did all the trimming with no sign at all of battery fatigue. It's much smoother in operation than the old one. There are two things I didn't like about it. The forward handle is made so that it's only comfortable to hold at the top and not at the sides as in the old models. Also, as was said, there's not a lock-on switch. You have to hold the switch on. They did that, no doubt, for safety reasons, but that's probably where the fatigue enters. Many folks will rig up a clip to achieve the same thing.

59 of 60 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good trimmer, June 22, 2004

By	dan moses (United States) - See all my reviews

Black and Decker has a few cordless hedge trimmers so I was a bit confused which to try. This was their latest model and boasted a 40 minute run time so I decided to go for it.
The product worked great. I charged the battery the full 6 hours required when you first get it. What's nice about it is after the initial charge the full charge time is 3-6 hours, but the unit can left charging indefinitely without damaging the unit.
The unit performed admirably. It cut beautifully and the charge lasted the 40 minutes. The Hedge Hog breezed thru my bushes with ease. If I have two criticisms, they are 1) you have to keep your hand squeezed on the handle while using it - not a big deal cuz your hand is there anyway, and 2) (and more importantly) the unit isn't light. After about fifteen minutes or so, my arms got a bit fatiuged.
Still, the criticisms are minor, and I'd highly recommend this unit to anyone who doesn't want to deal with the gas or electric powered models.

99 of 110 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Be wary of reviews by people that just purchased this item!, July 26, 2005

By	S. Moulton "troubled tiger" (Kissimmee, FL USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have had this unit for almost a full year. I have used it about 12 times now. The first time was good; neat not having a cord. The second time alright. The third time the battery petered out after 15 minutes. As it is now, the battery doesn't hold a charge just sitting on the shelf even though you might have charged it fully before putting it away. I just went to use it one last time... it lasted all of 5 minutes. Who wants to sit around waiting for 3 hours for a battery to charge and then bam!, get right to work before it loses any power... and I have tried that too... it konks out after about 20 minutes on a "full charge" now and the last ten minutes of that is not very powerful. I'm am totally disgusted with product, and that is why I marched right into the house to write this review.