The DBO180Z has been developed as Makita's first cordless random orbit sander powered by 18V Li-ion batteries (not included). Whether you’re in the decorating trade or have many walls to sand at home for that next repaint, it is always worth investing in a quality orbital sander to make your life that much easier. Please note: model number starting with letter 'D' has a 'star' imprint on the connector plate enabling full communication with a Makita battery also with a 'star'. The Makita DBO180 125mm Random Orbital Sander is simple to operate via the electronic push button switch with pre-selectable 3-speed settings.

It’s a shame the kit comes with only one 120-grit sandpaper disc – I would have liked to have seen a selection of different grits provided, and perhaps 2 or 3 of the common ones. A technology geek, tool addict, and soon-to-be Passivhaus self-builder, he lives with his family in Worcestershire. Sanding fine filler on a wall with a 220-grit sandpaper and the sander once again at middle-speed was also drama-free. Compact in size with a short height and low centre of gravity, it is well balanced and without cable restrictions giving it big advantages especially for overhead work. The switch and bearing are dust sealed for longer tool life, with efficient through the pad dust collection system for a cleaner work environment.Designed for one-handed use, it has good vibration control; indeed, if you really wanted to, you could use it all day long without breaching HSE standards for vibration exposure time. But used at say waist-level and below, on horizontal surfaces, and it’s comfortable to use for extended periods. It has been developed as Makita's' first cordless random orbit sander powered by 18V Li-ion batteries.

Portable and Cordless: As a bare unit, the DBO180Z offers the convenience of cordless operation and compatibility with other Makita 18V LXT tools, allowing you to expand your tool collection without additional batteries or chargers. Please note: We are not able to issue a refund for cut or bespoke items, as we are unable to re-list and re-sell these products. Only reviews that feature the label "Verified Review" have been checked to ensure that the author actually used or purchased the product.The Makita DBO180Z has been developed as Makita's first cordless random orbit sander powered by 18V Li-ion batteries. The Dewalt DCV586 is a T-STAK M-Class Dust Extractor is an efficient and portable way to achieve M-Class compliance on the job site. Equally, this sander as a “bare” unit could be the ideal addition for someone that has already invested in another tool as a kit version. As the charger is capable of charging a BL1850B battery in 45 minutes, it’s extremely unlikely that you’ll run out of battery power assuming you have mains electricity for the charger to operate. It’s also not clear why you should need a screwdriver to reposition this – it seems a simple friction toggle would have been much easier and more practical.

This product features Wireless Tool Control™ with remote, allowing the user to activate the extractor from the tool at a distance as required. Type: Cordless Battery Type: 18V Lithium-Ion battery Speed Control : 3 stage push button Orbits per Minute: 7000/9500/11000 opm Orbit diameter: 2. If I needed to drop down to this grade of paper for any sort of extensive heavy material removal, I’d be reaching for a different sander. Please note that if you select a leave safe option with DPD or DHL you are accepting liability for the goods and takes away our ability to claim for any lost parcels.The Makita DBO180 cordless 125mm random orbit sander has a short height and low centre of gravity, meaning it has great manoeuvrability. Powerful Performance: The Makita DBO180Z is powered by the 18V LXT battery system, providing robust and consistent sanding power for efficient material removal. Corded versions of sanders with similar capabilities could be some 300-500g lighter though, so if you’re predominantly working on vertical surfaces or overhead, it may not be the best choice. Quick and Easy Paper Changes: The hook and loop abrasive disc system allows for fast and effortless paper changes, maximizing your productivity.

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This can be repositioned in one of twelve directions in accordance with your use, and in all positions, the dust port protrudes. Axminster Tool Centre Ltd trading as Axminster Tools is a credit broker and is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Random Orbit Action: This sander's random orbit action ensures that sanding scratches are minimized, delivering swirl-free finishes on wood, metal, and other surfaces.