--- title: Battery-powered light equipment a game changer on job sites description: The MX FUEL™ range of light equipment from Milwaukee Tools delivers power through advanced MX FUEL™ REDLITHIUM™ and REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ batteries. image: https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hubfs/Milwaukee%20Digital%20Promo.png --- [Skip to the main content.](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/battery-powered-light-equipment-a-game-changer-on-job-sites#main-content) [![Blackwoods Expert+](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus%20(1).jpg?width=2073&height=493&name=BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus%20(1).jpg "Blackwoods Expert+")](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/expert-plus) [![Blackwoods Expert+](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus.jpg?width=2073&height=493&name=BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus.jpg "Blackwoods Expert+")](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/expert-plus) - [Safety](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/safety) - Industries - [Manufacturing](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/manufacturing) - [Utilities](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/utilities) - [Construction](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/construction) - [Mining](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/mining) - Content Types - [Articles](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au) - [Videos](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfA8meUWjOmhLQKsUGnLOsQ/featured) - [Catalogues](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/catalogues) - [Events](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/tradeshows) Search [Shop Now](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJKBRVYGEi1kYk6Tr%2FeYuxC38seJfDvw6eoTuOvNyFXrnfbrRzHMycjkDLjD9uDKzBW%2F0rzTTcMAy5MhxouRBWDIHdBEPgdURPs5K8yM3IgUlJVYC0wgLaNPID3rGfSIl%2BZe4I3AOl1nwRrdsN0MD7ScauvzV%2BbOLU6ejZWSYT9Ew%3D%3D&portalId=7298381) Toggle Menu Search Toggle Menu [Shop Now](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJKBRVYGEi1kYk6Tr%2FeYuxC38seJfDvw6eoTuOvNyFXrnfbrRzHMycjkDLjD9uDKzBW%2F0rzTTcMAy5MhxouRBWDIHdBEPgdURPs5K8yM3IgUlJVYC0wgLaNPID3rGfSIl%2BZe4I3AOl1nwRrdsN0MD7ScauvzV%2BbOLU6ejZWSYT9Ew%3D%3D&portalId=7298381) - [Safety](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/safety) - Industries - [Manufacturing](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/manufacturing) - [Utilities](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/utilities) - [Construction](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/construction) - [Mining](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/mining) - Content Types - [Articles](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au) - [Videos](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfA8meUWjOmhLQKsUGnLOsQ/featured) - [Catalogues](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/catalogues) - [Events](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/tradeshows) 2 min read # Battery-powered light equipment a game changer on job sites [![Picture of Milwaukee Tool](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hubfs/Milwaukee_Tool_logo.5759816db0cee.png) Milwaukee Tool](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/author/milwaukee-tool) : 21 August 2025 Battery-powered light equipment a game changer on job sites 3:42 On any work site, light equipment is an absolute workhorse - taking care of cutting, compacting, drilling and grinding tasks day in and day out. But traditionally, light equipment like cut off saws, core drills, rammers, pipe threaders and portable lights has been driven by petrol engines or AC power, which comes with its own set of headaches! Think messy and potentially dangerous fuel handling, the need for regular and ongoing engine maintenance, and the hazards of cords lying around ready to trip the unwary. A new generation of battery-powered light equipment helps overcome these challenges. ### **Powering up safety and productivity.** The [MX FUEL™ range](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/searchpage#q=Milwaukee%20MX%20FUel) of light equipment from Milwaukee Tools delivers power through advanced MX FUEL™ REDLITHIUM™ and [REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ batteries](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/searchpage#q=%20REDLITHIUM%E2%84%A2%20FORGE%E2%84%A2%20). The innovative REDLITHIUM™ technology means batteries don’t need to cool down before charging, and can be swapped straight away when charging finishes. This, combined with system-wide battery compatibility, save times and helps keep workers moving.   With battery power, there’s no need for engine maintenance like oil changes, spark plug replacements or filter cleaning. This means less downtime, less cost and more time getting the job done. The range also eliminates some of the potential hazards associated with petrol and AC-powered light equipment. - **Trip hazards:** Forget about navigating around extension cords. MX FUEL™ light equipment is cordless, so workers can move freely and safely. - **Pull starts and idling:** With a push-button start, there’s no yanking on cords or wasting fuel while tools idle. MX FUEL™ light equipment delivers instant power when it’s needed, without the risk of workers pulling a muscle! - **Fuel handling:** No more mixing petrol and oil or hauling containers around work sites. MX FUEL™ light equipment reduces the need for material handling and eliminates fuel-related hazards. ### **Seamless working across a range of industries.** The MX FUEL™ range delivers hassle-free working across mining, construction, rail, utilities and local government, with faster charging, longer runtimes, greater cordless power and freedom of use.   For example, while rammers are traditionally petrol-powered, the new MX FUEL™ Rammer has a push button start and no engine to maintain. This helps reduce downtime and allows workers to get jobs done faster inside and out. The [MX FUEL™ 355mm (14") Cut-Off Saw](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/p/04162233) delivers 355mm (14") petrol performance, without the petrol headache! The POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor delivers the power to cut tough materials like concrete, rebar and ductile iron.   It delivers instant power with push-button start and eliminates the repetitive motions of a pull start, providing fast cutting from start to finish. No petrol engine means fewer wearable parts and less noise and vibration for workers.   Milwaukee Tools National Account Manager Antonio Pino says the MX FUEL™ range not only offers a wide range of exceptional solutions in light equipment, the MX FUEL™ REDLITHIUM™ and MX FUEL™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ batteries go beyond the limitations of petrol and corded units to deliver the best experience for workers. > *“These batteries deliver more work per charge allowing you to run your equipment longer and keep up with high-demand applications,”* he says. *“Add this to the benefits of cordless power with no petrol fumes, no pull start or idling and no engine maintenance or downtime and the Milwaukee MX FUEL™ range truly is equipment redefined!”* As Australia’s largest provider of industrial and safety equipment, Blackwoods has all your job requirements covered.  [![Milwaukee M12HB52 M12™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ Battery Twin Pack - 5.0Ah](https://7298381.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7298381/hubfs/04499649%20b.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=04499649%20b.jpg)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/power-tools/cordless-power-tools/cordless-battery-packs/milwaukee-m12hb52-m12-trade-redlithium-trade-high-output-trade-battery-twin-pack-5-0ah/p/04499649) **Milwaukee M12HB52 M12™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ Battery Twin Pack - 5.0Ah** [![Milwaukee M12FDGA-602B M12 FUEL™ Right Angle Die Grinder Kit](https://7298381.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7298381/hubfs/04499683%20b.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=04499683%20b.jpg)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/power-tools/cordless-power-tools/cordless-grinders/milwaukee-m12fdga-602b-m12-fuel-trade-right-angle-die-grinder-kit/p/04499683) **Milwaukee M12FDGA-602B M12 FUEL™ Right Angle Die Grinder Kit** [![Milwaukee Fuel Sawzall M18CSX2-0 Reciprocating Saw - Brushless -Tool Only](https://7298381.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7298381/hubfs/01845677%20b.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=01845677%20b.jpg)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/power-tools/cordless-power-tools/cordless-saw/milwaukee-fuel-sawzall-m18csx2-0-reciprocating-saw-brushless-tool-only/p/01845677) **Milwaukee Fuel Sawzall M18CSX2-0 Reciprocating Saw - Brushless -Tool Only** [![Milwaukee M18FPD30 M18 FUEL&trade Hammer Drill/Driver - Skin - Gen 4 - 13mm](https://7298381.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7298381/hubfs/03396485%20b.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=03396485%20b.jpg)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/power-tools/cordless-power-tools/cordless-drills/milwaukee-m18fpd30-m18-fuel-trade-hammer-drill-driver-skin-gen-4-13mm/p/03396485) **Milwaukee M18FPD30 M18 FUEL&trade Hammer Drill/Driver - Skin - Gen 4 - 13mm** [![Milwaukee M18FB8 M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ Battery - 8.0Ah](https://7298381.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7298381/hubfs/04169424%20b.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=04169424%20b.jpg)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/power-tools/cordless-power-tools/cordless-battery-packs/milwaukee-m18fb8-m18-trade-redlithium-trade-forge-trade-battery-8-0ah/p/04169424) **Milwaukee M18FB8 M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ Battery - 8.0Ah**   [SHOP MILWAUKEE](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/milwaukee/b/557549) [![Supplier Logos_0007_Milwaukee](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Campaigns/2023/DOPP2_2024/Tools%20Landing%20Page/Supplier%20Logos_0007_Milwaukee.jpg?width=266&height=266&name=Supplier%20Logos_0007_Milwaukee.jpg)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/milwaukee/b/557549) [Mining](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/mining) [Construction](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/construction) [Utilities](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/utilities) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## **Read related articles** [![Taking a safe step back with remote cable cutters](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hubfs/IIU%20Milwaukee.png)](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/taking-a-safe-step-back-with-remote-cable-cutters) #### [Taking a safe step back with remote cable cutters](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/taking-a-safe-step-back-with-remote-cable-cutters) ![Picture of Milwaukee Tool](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Milwaukee_Tool_logo.5759816db0cee.png?width=30&name=Milwaukee_Tool_logo.5759816db0cee.png) [Milwaukee Tool](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/author/milwaukee-tool) : 29 May 2026 Power utility workers face significant risks on the job, particularly when handling high-capacity cables. 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