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18V LXT · Brushless Makita DBO381ZU 18V LXT Brushless Orbital Sander (Body Only)
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Makita DBO381ZU 18V LXT Brushless Orbital Sander (Body Only)

3-speed1.2kg bare3 years (with registration)

Makita DBO381: cordless orbital sander, 93 × 185mm (clamped abrasive sheet 93 × 228mm) pad, 2mm orbit, 4,000–12,000 orbits/min, 1.2kg bare.

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93 × 185mm (clamped abrasive sheet 93 × 228mm)
Pad
2mm
Orbit
1.2kg
Weight (bare)
3.6m/s²
Vibration

Full specs

From Makita's own documentation. Checked 10/10/2026. Report a spec error ›

Pad & Sanding

MotionOrbital
Pad93 × 185mm (clamped abrasive sheet 93 × 228mm)
Orbit2 mm
Abrasive fixingClamp

Dust & Extraction

Dust port size17/22mm
Extractor hoseOther extractor hoses: check the adaptor fits this port
Extractor auto-startYes (via add-on module)
Auto-start systemMakita AWS (Bluetooth, wireless unit sold separately)
App / BluetoothMakita AWS (Bluetooth)

Speed & Control

Top speed (orbits)12,000 opm
Lowest speed (orbits)4,000 opm
Speed dial positions3
Constant speed electronics✓ Yes

Power & Motor

Voltage18V
MotorBrushless

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)1.2 kg
Weight (with battery)1.84 kg
Noise level72 dB(A) LpA
Vibration (sanding)3.6 m/s²

Powered by Makita 18V LXT · 7

All 7 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

BL1820B 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.38kg 1.58kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1830B 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.64kg 1.84kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1840B 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.64kg 1.84kg from £69.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1850B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.63kg 1.83kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1860B 6.0Ah · 108Wh 0.66kg 1.86kg from £79.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1890 9.0Ah · 162Wh 0.97kg 2.17kg from £119.98at Machine Mart + £4.99 delivery View at Machine Mart ›
BL18120 12.0Ah · 216Wh 1.3kg 2.5kg from £129.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

Tool weight worked out by adding each pack's weight to the bare tool, using the makers' figures. The maker's own with-battery figure can differ slightly. We may earn a commission on retailer links.

Warranty · 3yr

Up to 3 years1 year as standard, 3 once you register it with Makita
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Register within 30 days. Batteries/chargers excluded (Li-ion batteries 2yr standard from Apr 2025).

Warranty terms are set by the maker and can change. Always confirm current cover on their site before you buy.

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