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M18 Milwaukee M18 BQSS-0 18V 1/4 Sheet Sander (Body Only)
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Milwaukee M18 BQSS-0 18V 1/4 Sheet Sander (Body Only)

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

Milwaukee M18 BQSS: cordless 1/4 sheet sander, 113 × 104mm pad, 1.6mm orbit, 11,000–13,000rpm, 1.2kg bare.

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1/4
Sheet size
113 × 104mm
Pad
1.6mm
Orbit
1.2kg
Weight (bare)

Where it sits among 1/4 sheet sanders

Scaled against the 5 sanders that take a 1/4 sheet we list, so other sizes aren't in the mix. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Weight (bare)1.2kg
1kg lightestDeWalt DCW200heaviest 1.6kgMilwaukee SPS 140
Noise (LpA)78.28dB(A)
72.3dB(A) lowestDeWalt DCW200highest 85dB(A)DeWalt DWE6411
Compare it with: + DeWalt DCW200 + Makita DBO380 + Bosch GSS18V-18 + Einhell TE-OS 18/113 Li

Full specs

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

Pad & Sanding

MotionOrbital
Pad113 × 104mm
Sheet size1/4 sheet
Orbit1.6 mm
Voltage18V

Speed & Control

Top speed (rpm)13,000 rpm
Lowest speed (rpm)11,000 rpm
Speed dial positions6
Variable speed✓ Yes

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)1.2 kg
Weight (with battery)1.9 kg
Noise level78.28 dB(A) LpA / 89.28 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (sanding)5.2 m/s²

Powered by Milwaukee M18 · 11

All 11 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

M18B2 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.4kg 1.6kg from £56.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
M18HB3 3.0Ah · 54Wh 0.7kg 1.9kg from £64.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
M18B4 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.7kg 1.9kg from £57.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
M18B5 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.7kg 1.9kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
M18B5-CR 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.7kg 1.9kg from £87.95at Tooled Up + £6.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
M18HB5 5.0Ah 0.79kg 1.99kg No retailer price yet About this battery ›
M18HB5-CR 5.0Ah 0.79kg 1.99kg No retailer price yet About this battery ›
M18HB5.5 5.5Ah · 99Wh 1.1kg 2.3kg from £99.95at 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 Milwaukee
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Register within 30 days. Batteries extend to 2yr (1+1); chargers, M28 batteries & accessories excluded; MX FUEL 2yr.

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

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