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18V LXT · Brushless Makita DBS180Z 18V LXT Brushless 9mm Belt File (Body Only)
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Makita DBS180Z 18V LXT Brushless 9mm Belt File (Body Only)

1.4kg bare18V3 years (with registration)

Makita DBS180: cordless belt file, 9 × 533mm belt, 600–1,700m/min, 1.4kg bare.

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£249.00at Machine Mart · + £4.99 delivery
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9 × 533mm
Belt size
1,700m/min
Top belt speed
1.4kg
Weight (bare)
≤2.5m/s²
Vibration

Full specs

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

Pad & Sanding

MotionBelt file

Belt

Belt width9 mm
Belt length533 mm
Arm adjustment160°

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)1.4 kg
Weight (with battery)2.04 kg
LED work light✓ Yes
Noise level80 dB(A) LpA / 88 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (sanding)≤2.5 m/s²

Speed & Control

Top belt speed1,700 m/min
Lowest belt speed600 m/min
Variable speed✓ Yes
Pad brake✓ Yes

Power & Motor

Voltage18V
MotorBrushless

Dust & Extraction

Dust port size17/22mm
Extractor hoseOther extractor hoses: check the adaptor fits this port

Powered by Makita 18V LXT · 7

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

BL1820B 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.38kg 1.78kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1830B 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.64kg 2.04kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1840B 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.64kg 2.04kg from £69.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1850B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.63kg 2.03kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1860B 6.0Ah · 108Wh 0.66kg 2.06kg from £79.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
BL1890 9.0Ah · 162Wh 0.97kg 2.37kg from £119.98at Machine Mart + £4.99 delivery View at Machine Mart ›
BL18120 12.0Ah · 216Wh 1.3kg 2.7kg 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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