Milwaukee M12 HJ BL5-0 Heated Winter Work Jacket (Black)
Want to stay warm at work without wearing yourself down with bulky added layers? The Milwaukee M12 HJ BL5-0 Heated Winter Work Jacket (Black) is the work coat you need. Built with carbon fibre coils sewn in to the fabric, this jacket provides electronically heated warmth to core areas of the body at the press of a button.
What's Included?
Why Buy the Milwaukee M12 HJ BL5-0 Heated Work Jacket?
- Heat on Demand: Sewn-in carbon fibre heating wires distribute warmth to core body areas and front pockets.
- Heat Control: Easy-touch heat controller provides three heat setting (high, medium and low).
- Lasting Durability: Trademarked TOUGHSHELL fabric is built to withstand harsh working conditions for up to 5x longer.
- FREE FLEX Mobility: Special underarm material increases your range of movement when working overhead.
- 8-Hour Battery Life: A powerful M12 3.0 Ah Red Lithium battery lasts up to 8 hours for superior run-time.
- Weather Protection: Resistant against both water and wind to ensure comfort and warmth in harsh weather conditions.
- Slim-Fit Design: Provides an improved fit that retains heat to keep the wearer warm.
Which Size Should I Buy?
The Milwaukee M12 Heated Work Jacket comes in five different sizes to accommodate most individuals. To find which size would best fit you, please measure the circumference of your chest and waist, then match your measurements to the appropriate size using the table below.
Size | Chest Circ. (inches) | Waist Circ. (inches) |
Small | 38 - 40" | 30 - 32" |
Medium | 40 - 42" | 32 - 34" |
Large | 42 - 44" | 34 - 36" |
Extra Large | 44 - 46" | 36 - 38" |
XX-Large | 46 - 48" | 38 - 40" |
How Does the Milwaukee M12 Heated Jacket Work?
To start warming up your work jacket, simply press and hold the M12 button (located on the left breast) for two seconds until it lights up. The coils inside the jacket will then slowly start to heat up, spreading warmth to all the core areas of your body. If you start to get too warm, or if you've gone back inside, simply press the logo once again and the heat coils will turn off and start to cool down.
How Do I Power the Milwaukee M12 Heated Jacket?
A specially made Milwaukee M12 Battery is required to power the heated carbon fibre coils inside this work jacket. These advanced lithium batteries are specially made to work with all Milwaukee power tools and heated workwear. They are compact and powerful; designed to deliver 2x more runtime, 20% more power and 2x more life than standard lithium batteries.
How Long Does the Battery Last?
Built with a specially designed M12 Red Lithium Battery, this jacket provides up to 8 hours of heat while on the lowest setting. This superior run-time gives you a full work day of additional warmth before the battery needs replacing or charging.
Just How Warm Does this Jacket Get?
The Milwaukee M12 Work Jacket comes supplied with a easy-touch heat controller with three heat settings. These heat settings can be selected depending on your environment, the conditions you're working in, or based solely on your own personal preference.
- Low: Ideal for mild temperatures when a little extra warmth will keep you going throughout the day.
- Medium: Ideal for cold weather when consistent heat is needed to help you maintain focus.
- High: Ideal for extreme weather conditions when temperatures get to well below freezing.
How Tough is the Milwaukee M12 Winter Jacket?
There's no doubt that the Milwaukee M12 Work Jacket is warm, but is it fit to handle the demands of rough trade work? Thanks to its innovative TOUGHSHELL stretch fabric, the answer is yes. This patented material is comprised of 90% polyester and 10% spandex to withstand harsh working conditions for up to 5x longer than standard work jackets.
How Comfortable is the Milwaukee M12 Work Jacket?
Despite its warmth and durability, the Milwaukee M12 Work Jacket makes no compromise on comfort. An improved slim-fit design hugs the body comfortably, and prevents heat from escaping to keep you feeling toasty and warm. Additionally, a unique FREE FLEX material is situated under the arms for increased range of motion, making it easy to work overheard without restriction.
Multiple Pockets for Adaptable Battery Placement
Because it needs an M12 battery in order to work, the Milwaukee Heated Jacket comes with multiple compartments designed to carry the battery. Strategically placed in convenient locations, you can move the battery around the different pockets so that it doesn't get in the way of your work.
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Tech Specs
- Weight (with battery pack): 1.6kg
- Battery Type: Li-ion
- Voltage: 12v