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Makita BUB182Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower – Bare-tool
- Makita-built variable 3-speed motor produces a maximum air velocity of 179 MPH
- Compact design at only 20-3/4 inches long and weighs only 3.9 lbs. for reduced operator fatigue
- Soft grip handle provides increased comfort on the job
- 3-year warranty on tool
Includes 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower (Tool Only) – BUB182Z-R, Nozzle – 132025-7, Tool Only – Battery & Charger Sold SeparatelyMakita’s 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower seamlessly combines the convenience of cordless with the superior power-to-weight ratio of Makita’s 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery technology (battery sold separately). The BUB182Z is the perfect addition to any kit, tool bag or work shop..c26-caption {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif;font-size: 10px;font-weight: bold;font-style: italic;}.c26-matrix1a {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif;font-size: 10px;background-color: #bcbec0;}.c26-matrix1b {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif;font-size: 10px;background-color: #a7a9ac;}.c26-matrix1h {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif;font-size: 11px;font-weight: bold;color: #ffffff;background-color: #008b97;text-align: center;}img.c26-border {border:1px black solid;}a.nodecoration {text-decoration: none}
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List Price: $ 119.99
Price: $ 80.00
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As handy as a shirt pocket,
This blower is an excellent addition to Makita’s LXT lineup of tools. Like all of the LXT tools, the blower is quite powerful, very rugged, lightweight and well thought out. Its small size and very light weight make it all the more useful and portable. It performs the shop duties of an air blow gun without the need of a compressor and hoses. The variable speed function is invaluable from heavy volume in cleaning out the buildup of dust and chips in tablesaws and planers, to the light “dusting off” needed on shelving and drawers (without blowing away the contents). It is equally as impressive on a job site as in the shop. The ability to clean off all the dust on your clothing from working around heavy sawdust, drywall dust etc. – this alone makes the blower a must have.
It would be hard to justify the purchase of this if it were to be the only LXT tool one were buying, given the fact that a charger and battery together will run $100+. But for someone with other LXT tools, already having a charger and batteries, this is definitely a worthwhile investment. The nozzle of the blower (the long black tube) is made of heavy rubber and detaches with a simple twist. This flexible nozzle can readily be flexed (bent) to point the blower into hard to reach areas. The simple “twist to remove” breaks the blower down to ultimate portability. It would almost fit in a toolbox! LXT batteries give it plenty of power and runtime; much more than one would anticipate from a battery powered device.
As far as the vacuum functionality, the nozzle is simply removed from the blower port and twisted onto the air intake port. Then a collection bag (not supplied with blower) is attached to the output to collect the vacuumed debris. However, I found this configuration to be too awkward to be really useful. I did purchase a bag, approx. $16, from a tool supply house, but am not impressed with transforming this into a vacuum. It would do in a pinch, but certainly not something I could make a habit of. The cloth bag is identical to one found on a Makita belt sander, plate joiner or similar device. If you want one, do an internet search for Makita #122321-1; that is the part number of the dust collection bag. Better yet, Makita has just introduced a new 18v LXT vacuum, quite similar to a dustbuster; the Makita BCL180ZW. I don’t have one yet, but am ordering one. It should prove to be another “must have” addition to the LXT tool bag.
For heavy yard usage and constant leaf blowing, a larger electric or gas blower would be more appropriate. But for the other 90% of the time where a portable blower would fit the bill, this Makita is as handy as a shirt pocket.
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|Video Review on the Makita LXT Blower,
Customer Video Review Length:: 4:06 Mins
–2 month update —
We still use the Makita LXT Blower on a (almost) daily basis. My wife loves to use it to blow off the steps in our garage. It is the useful rechargeable tool we have ever purchased.
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I was somewhat skeptical when I ordered the Makita LXT Blower. I was worried that my 1.5aH battery would not fit or even if it did it wouldn’t power the blower. I was also worried that even at full power that something this small wouldn’t be up to the job – mainly blowing out my garage and cleaning the grass of my sidewalk.
The Answers –
– While the 1.5aH battery is not optimal (although I do have two from my Makita LCT300W 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 3-Piece Combo Kit set), but it does work well enough. The main issue is that the battery life is about 3-5 minutes on the blower’s highest setting. However, 4 minutes will blow a lot of grass off of your sidewalks).
– Plenty of power – IF you are blowing on smooth surfaces. If you are planning to use this to blow your leaves into a giant pile you will be disappointed.
– Ultra light – less than 5lbs
– Pull-the-trigger easy – this is what really attracted me to the Makita LXT Blower since about 75% of my clean-up jobs are simple and do not require my gas powered blower. It is great to have the option to grab a light-weight blower and have the job done within a couple of minutes.
– The Makita blower can be converted into a vacuum – but the attachment is NOT included. I was puzzled for a few minutes as I looked for the dust collecting attachment. This is my only complaint, why didn’t Makita just include the dust collector?
Final Verdict – I really couldn’t be happier. I may eventually buy a Makita BL1830 18v (3.0ah) Lithium-Ion Battery but until then I will be perfectly happy with my current set-up.
5 Stars
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