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BLACK+DECKER 40V MAX* 13 in. 2in1 Cordless String Trimmer/Edger with POWERCOMMAND Kit (LST136)
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Brand | Black & Decker |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Color | Orange |
Item Weight | 7.8 Pounds |
Cutting Width | 1300 Inches |
About this item
- 2IN1 DESIGN – Easily converts from a cordless string trimmer to an edger for versatile use..Max RPM : 8500 RPM
- AFS AUTOMATIC FEED SPOOL – Continuously feeds trimmer line without bumping for seamless, uninterrupted trimming. Line Diameter: 0.065 in.
- POWERDRIVE TRANSMISSION – Delivers increased torque for greater string power and cutting action in thicker grass and weeds.
- POWERCOMMAND DIAL – Toggle between max power to tackle thick weeds and max runtime to trim longer.
- ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT AND SOFT-GRIP HANDLE – Provide convenient, customizable comfort and control for extended use.
- HIGH-PERFORMANCE BATTERY – 40V MAX* lithium ion battery is compatible with other tools within the system and features a charge indicator to show the battery’s charge level.
- INCLUDES: (1) LST136 13 in. cordless trimmer/edger, (1) LBX2040 40V MAX* 2.0AH lithium ion battery, (1) LCS40 40V MAX* fast charger, (1) AF 100 spool, (1) guard, (1) auxiliary handle. Edging along borders, sidewalks and flower beds
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Brand | Black & Decker |
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Power Source | Battery Powered |
Color | Orange |
Item Weight | 7.8 Pounds |
Cutting Width | 1300 Inches |
Product Dimensions | 13"L x 2"W |
Speed | 8500 RPM |
Assembly Required | No |
Item Weight | 7.8 pounds |
Department | Outdoor Power Tools |
Manufacturer | Black & Decker Outdoor |
ASIN | B00I2F51SG |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | LST136 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #14,243 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #80 in String Trimmers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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The key to a well-maintained lawn? The right tools, of course—like BLACK+DECKER’s cordless string trimmer/edger. Take on weeds, overgrowth, and unruly grass with this 2in1 essential. It’s equipped with a POWERDRIVE Transmission, which delivers more power from the motor to the cutting string. An AFS AUTOMATIC FEED SPOOL automatically feeds the trimmer line, meaning you won't have to interrupt your work to bump the trimmer on the ground. The POWERCOMMAND dial lets you toggle between max runtime and max power, so you can optimize your tool for the best results. This kit also includes a 40V MAX* lithium ion battery that ensures a long runtime and is compatible with other tools within the system. And your comfort is always a priority thanks to design elements like an instant trigger, a soft-grip main handle, an adjustable auxiliary handle, and a telescoping pole that adjusts to the perfect height. *Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 40 volts. Nominal voltage is 36 volts.
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Maneuverability | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Light weight | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Battery life | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.1 | — | 3.9 | 3.6 |
Easy to use | — | 4.1 | — | 4.1 | — | 4.4 |
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power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | dc | Corded Electric | Lithium Ion | Battery Powered |
cutting width | 1300 inches | 13 inches | 12 inches | 7.5 inches | 13 inches | 13 inches |
voltage | 36 volts | 40 volts | 20 volts | 120 volts | — | — |
assembly required | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
weight | 7.8 pounds | — | 6 pounds | 14 pounds | 6.4 pounds | 6.3 pounds |
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Customers like the weight, performance, ease of use, adjustability, and quality of the string trimmer. For example, they mention that it's fairly light, works exceptionally well, and is well thought out. That said, they appreciate the adjustable power setting and length of the trimmer shaft.
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Customers like the performance of the string trimmer. They say it's easy to use, functional, and well-thought-out. They also appreciate the feed mechanism and automatic line feeder. The edger feature works great and makes yard work faster. Customers also say the line advance has worked flawlessly.
"As a string trimmer, this product is reasonably priced, works well, and has plenty of battery power...." Read more
"...the usage with a bump feed trimmer, but I can say the feed mechanism works much more reliably than the bump-feed mechanisms I have used in the past...." Read more
"...The line feed system appears to work well. The power adjustment system works fine...." Read more
"...have the power to easily mow down heavy thick brush but works very well for lawn grasses and moderate weeds.ERGONOMICS..." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the string trimmer. For example, they say it has sufficient battery power, the speed adjustment dial is a nice touch to save battery life, and it has a long run time. Some appreciate the lithium ion battery, which lasts longer than they do.
"...yours hands... - I like the speed adjustment dial, nice touch to save battery life...." Read more
"...Absolutely love it. Oh battery life not bad. Comparable to other 40v machines. When battery runs out I’m tired anyway!" Read more
"...trimmer, this product is reasonably priced, works well, and has plenty of battery power...." Read more
"...The biggest drawback to it was the battery consumption. I have an acre property, with about 120 feet of driveway with lawn on both sides...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the string trimmer. For example, they mention it's well built, durable, and tough enough to cut through thick jasmine ground cover. That said, some say it'll last a long time and is a very good piece of equipment.
"...As I mentioned previously, this model is able to complete all the work on one battery that the previous model needed 3 to perform, and has power to..." Read more
"They have a lot of power and handle high weeds and grassI’m 75 and love the weight and power" Read more
"...What a PIA to use. First off, the thing is a monster, second its not EZ to maneuver, and of course, every year it just gets harder and harder to..." Read more
"...it's the little differences that make the B&D LST136W a much better cordless trimmer...." Read more
Customers find the string trimmer fairly light, easy to handle, and quiet. They also mention that it works exceptionally well.
"...- Light weight - PERFECT for even a small framed woman to handle. - Super EZ adjustable shaft length is great... combined with easy..." Read more
"So far this weed wackier is amazing. Lighter than my old machine. Runs much longer also...." Read more
"...I love the ease of use, light weight. Very happy with our purchase" Read more
"The battery is lighter than one I had before. Also the battery lasts a good amount of time. Time for me to weed wack my large yard and garden beds...." Read more
Customers find the string trimmer easy to use. They say the assembly is super easy, edging is simple, and the battery life is good. They also mention that the mechanism is very simple, with just a single moving part that is replaceable. Additionally, customers say the wire guide makes edginess easier.
"...It is a very simple mechanism, just a single moving part which is replaceable...." Read more
"...I love the ease of use, light weight. Very happy with our purchase" Read more
"...Upon opening the box, I started getting positive vibes. Assembly was quick and simple...." Read more
"...PRECISION-Dewalt is so big and tough to control that you won't have much accuracy with your trimming...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the power of the string trimmer. They mention that it has great power, is adjustable, and has the power to handle heavier tasks. Some are impressed with the full power torque and say that it is able to power through thick blackberry vines and densely-packed, tall, reedy grasses.
"...on one battery that the previous model needed 3 to perform, and has power to spare, so the first thing to know is you should ALWAYS recharge the..." Read more
"They have a lot of power and handle high weeds and grassI’m 75 and love the weight and power" Read more
"...POWER-Dewalt is a beast of a trimmer. It is able to power through thick blackberry vines and densely-packed, tall, reedy grasses...." Read more
"Works very well and has plenty of power. I would highly recommend it!" Read more
Customers like the charging of the string trimmer. They say the battery charges pretty rapidly, it recharges in only 2 hours or less, and it works well. Customers are also happy with the run time and say it reduces the amount of time they spend weed wacking. They also say it does not appear to affect the performance of the trimmer at all.
"This unit was brand new. Never been opened. The battery charged easily to full charge in the specified time. I asked my wife to give it a try...." Read more
"...Noticeably quiet.*Charges reasonably fast*Battery test button seems pretty accurate.*..." Read more
"...I did all of it at the highest power setting, and saw no decline in performance...." Read more
"The trimmer works relatively well. the charger is cheap and difficult to attach to the battery...." Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the string trimmer. They say the adjustable power setting is a great idea, and the shaft is adjustable for your height. Some appreciate the simple adjustment for the length of the trimmer shaft.
"...for even a small framed woman to handle. - Super EZ adjustable shaft length is great... combined with easy adjustable handle... I set it for..." Read more
"...since length of stick is adjustable no back pain. Absolutely love it. Oh battery life not bad. Comparable to other 40v machines...." Read more
"...Battery test button seems pretty accurate.*No problems with the automatic trim adjuster.*..." Read more
"...Glad I saw it, this thing has power. You can adjust the power and at level 5 I can cut overgrown stuff and level 3 will easily cut normal grass and..." Read more
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When the 18V batteries began to fail I went looking for replacements and came across this 40V model and based on other reviews I decided to give it a try, and I can say I am extremely happy!
The trimmer itself is mostly the same as the 18V model with the exception of the power control. More on that later. It uses the same line spool so I was able to use the line we already had on hand, and save a couple of parts from the spool head of the old model for later use.
The two features that really set this apart from the old model are Power and Battery Consumption. Firstly, the POWER: This model easily rivals the gas powered models I have used (admittedly not 'professional' grade models). With the power control set on 3 it gives me enough power to get that really sharp edge on the driveway that the 18V model simply could not. With the power control set to 1 I still have sufficient power to trim around the fence line and other objects. Occasionally I will set it to 2 to get through some weeds or to trim a larger area of grass where the mower doesn't fit.
The biggest advantage to me however, is that this model gets through everything I need it to do with just ONE battery, and with power to spare! The power meter on the battery still has 2 of its 3 status lights on when I am done.
There are some reviews on the replacement 40V battery which point to the lack of a cut-off circuit on the trimmer to protect the battery, and this is true. The trimmer will not cut off automatically when the battery is low, and this can be a big problem for a Lithium Ion battery of this type since this type of battery will suffer irreparable damage if it is drained below a certain point. Care must be taken not to allow this to occur. As I mentioned previously, this model is able to complete all the work on one battery that the previous model needed 3 to perform, and has power to spare, so the first thing to know is you should ALWAYS recharge the battery after every use, even if you use it only a few minutes. A small charge will not damage this type of battery, there is no 'memory' effect with this battery type. It also is not a problem to leave the battery on the charger between uses.
Secondly, keep a careful eye on the battery power meter when using it. There is a small button next to 3 LED lights. Push the button and the lights will indicate the battery state. When only one LED lights, you can still continue to work but check the battery state even more frequently and STOP as soon as no lights come on. Continued use below this battery charge state may cause the battery to fail prematurely. Such failure is likely to be complete, meaning the battery will no longer take any charge at all. This is typical of Lithium Ion batteries and is not a manufacturing fault.
Thirdly, use only as much power as you need. The power control has settings of 1-6. The higher the power setting, the lower the runtime you will get from a battery charge. As stated previously I use 3 for edging on my driveway and 1 for regular trimming. I have not had a need to use a setting higher than 3 but I have no thick weeds to trim.
Some other reviewers have complained about the string feeder using too much string. This may be true, I have not personally compared the usage with a bump feed trimmer, but I can say the feed mechanism works much more reliably than the bump-feed mechanisms I have used in the past. It is a very simple mechanism, just a single moving part which is replaceable. The cap which holds the spool in place will wear out after a few years. After all it is spinning and does at times accidentally make contact with the ground. It is easily replaceable and is not expensive. I have not found the string usage to be a problem. I think overall, when one compares the cost of the gas+oil plus the bump-feed string usage of a gas powered trimmer with the cost of electricity to charge the battery plus the cost of string, I suspect this model still comes out ahead and it wins hands down in convenience and ease of use.
Update 8/30/2017: After a year and almost through our second season with this, I am still very pleased with this product. It still gets the job done on a single battery with power to spare and I've had no issues with it whatsoever.
I have only used this once, but here are a few of my observations that will hopefully help you make a decision as to whether this is something you want to purchase or not.
1. Battery Life - the trimmer has 6 different power levels, so you control how long the battery lasts. I used level 4, and didn't really need to bump it up any higher. I was able to groom all of the landscaping around our house on one battery using level 4. The battery was pretty much drained after that, and it took me around 30 minutes. I did buy and extra battery for $50, which I always have ready in case the battery loses its charge, or I simply need more power.
I feel like no matter how long the battery lasts, it isn't going to be good enough for some people. The way I see it, you need to look at the job you are trying to accomplish. If you can get it done in 30-45 minutes, then this trimmer (with two batteries) is going to be sufficient for the job. If you are looking at 0.50 acre+ jobs, that might take an hour or more to complete, then you are probably going to be disappointed, because the batteries might not make it the entire job. Make sure you evaluate your situation before making the investment.
2. Power - the power is extremely good for a battery powered trimmer/edger. I was able to cut through some thick grass/weeds around a fence line without even increasing the power to level 6. I could see if you are living in a rural area, you may choose a gas powered trimmer, as you are probably going to be dealing with a larger area and thicker, more rigid vegetation.
3. Lightweight - this is very lightweight. My wife is able to use it without complaining that it hurts her hands or back. It does have a lot of plastic on it, so if you are going to be throwing it in and out of a truck, it most likely will have broken parts. This wasn't made for heavy duty, commercial use.
4. Line Feed - B&D has a very nice auto-feed spool/line system. The line automatically feeds itself out as more line is needed. This is extremely nice, because you don't have to contantly be pulling on the line to feed more through as you bump up against fences, landscaping rocks, etc.
5. Value - this is where you have to make your decision. At $40-$70 per battery, you are commiting to around $200 for this trimmer and two Li-Ion batteries. Most gas powered trimmers run around $80-$100, and you are going to get more power out of them. You could argue that for this alone, this is not worth the money. Assuming the batteries are good quality, I am hoping to make up for it in the long run.
I have only used this once, but with the two batteries, I don't see myself having any problems. As I said, the trimmer has PLENTY of power for an urban/suburban setting. I actually shaved a few spots on power level 4, because I got too close.
5 Stars for the kind of lawn I have. Plenty of power, sufficient battery life & lightweight.
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