Uses 8 hole hook and loop 5” disks. I find them to be the most common type available at local hardware stores. The sander is powerful and has a large orbital oscillation pattern of ⅛” (3mm). Having 3 speeds is nice but it can feel like it’s slow even on the fastest setting. It’s moving a little slower than most corded sanders but the sandpaper will still cut fast with the large orbital pattern. In fact, I use higher grit in this sander than I do in faster corded sanders. The hook and loop pad is very flat on mine. The very flat pad and the slower orbital oscilation can make higher grit sanding pads grab your base material more and the sander can feel a little difficult to control if using much pressure. I’ve found using light pressure gives me the most control and even using two hands with light pressure works really well for control. Even with the slightly different technique from my corded sander I find this Makita to be very useful and surprisingly good. It runs very quiet for a sander and even though it sounds slow, it is efficient and cuts fast. I use it with a cordless vac and the dust collection is great. I usually remove the dust bag from the dust port adapter and my vac hose fits in the bag’s place. I temporarily tape the hose in place. I do think I will buy Makita’s hose adapter for their sanders to use with this one. The dust bag does a good job but as with any sander indoors, it will get dust everywhere without a vacuum dust collector.
I hope this review is helpful.
| Brand | Makita |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 12"L x 12"W x 12"H |
| Grit Type | Medium |
| Voltage | 18 Volts |
| Power Source | Hand Powered |
| Item Weight | 2.9 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Makita |
| Part Number | XOB01Z |
| Item Weight | 2.9 pounds |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Item model number | XOB01Z |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 5-Inch |
| Color | Factory |
| Style | Sander Only |
| Material | Plastic |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Included Components | Dust Bag (166078-4), 5" Round Abrasive Disc, Hook & Loop, 120 Grit |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Warranty Description | Warranty |
