Makita DSL800ZU 18V Li-Ion LXT Brushless Drywall Sander - Batteries and Charger Not Included

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Direct drive brushless motor positioned at the sanding head for increased sanding efficiency and reduced maintenance One homeowner wrote, “This product works! It decreased the dust down to 96% and dust did not enter other parts of my home,” and another added, “This sander works great to minimize the dust while sanding drywall. Make sure to use a good filter in your vac. The better the vac filter, the less dust produced.” Auto-Start Wireless System (AWS) - connects to compatible dust extractors with Bluetooth. The dust extractor automatically runs while the switch is on Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) is engineered for improved dust and water resistance for operation in harsh conditions

As you’d expect, Makita seems to have designed the head with plenty of swivel and flexibility for getting to ceilings and walls from virtually any position. There’s also a removable dust brush that reveals easy glide roller wheels for flush-to-wall edge sanding. That’s a feature we’ve appreciated seeing on products like the Flex Giraffe GE 7and the Festool Planex drywall sander. Clint’s career has covered nearly the entire realm of audio and video production. After graduating at the top of his class with an Associates Degree in Recording Engineering, he began working for the famed Soundelux studios in 1994, one of the largest post-production companies specializing in audio for feature films & television. Working on a myriad of feature films, Clint honed his skills as a dialogue editor, foley editor, and sound designer. Years later, he moved into the expanding area of video editing, where he served as the company’s senior AVID video editor for three years.

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Two position rubberized soft grip handles provide increased comfort and easier maneuverability of sander

One shopper described, “Excellent product design that has proven its durability to this point. Easy to swap sandpaper and stupendous for detail work.” Another added, “Perfect for sanding joint compound on drywall seams in [the] ceiling.” Makita technology delivers category-leading charge time so the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the chargerRapid Optimum Charger communicates with the battery's built-in chip throughout the charging process to optimize battery life by actively controlling current, voltage and temperature