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 DBO180Z is a cordless sander powered by 18V Li-ion batteries (not included), with simple to operate one touch electronic push button switch with 3 stage speed control, fast, medium and low settings, to deliver up to 7,000, 9,500 and 11,000 orbits per minute for faster material removal. But if you’re mostly sanding vertical surfaces or overhead (looking at you painters and decorators), the overall weight is going to make it tiring to use and I’d recommend that you look elsewhere. A technology geek, tool addict, and soon-to-be Passivhaus self-builder, he lives with his family in Worcestershire.

If you’re looking for a cordless finish sander and will predominantly be using it for sanding horizontal surfaces where it’s not easy to get mains power, this could be the ideal kit for you. Ease-of-use and powerful sanding capabilities are precisely what this Body only Makita DBO180Z 18V LXT 125mm / 5 Random Orbit Sander provides. We recommend reviewing this page for specific details on the warranty coverage for the products you are interested in. But used at say waist-level and below, on horizontal surfaces, and it’s comfortable to use for extended periods.Credit is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, a trading style of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Of course, it’s wise to never rely solely on on-the-tool dust extraction capabilities and you should always also use a face mask when sanding.

Pad control system for controlled pad speed upon start up and pad brake engineered for reduced spin-free and improved overall finish.Rubberised, contoured grips on the top and sides provide good contact for the palm of your hand and your fingers. 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. The Makita DBO180Z 18V 125mm Random Orbit Sander has features compact design with short height and lower centre of gravity for better manoeuvrability. Orbit relates to the size of the little circles diameter as the orbital sander spins as it oscillates. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page.

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. In the unlikely event that we have sent you an incorrect product, as soon as we have been notified, we will arrange a swift collection and organise for the right one to be delivered straight-away. I had purchased a second-hand table just for the solid oak to use in other projects, but the previous owners had painted the legs black.

The switch and bearing are dust sealed for longer tool life, with efficient through the pad dust collection system for a cleaner work environment. Makita DBO180Z 18V Random Orbit Disc Sander 125mm 3 Sanding Speed is the ultimate tool for professional sanding projects.