Speed settings (7,000, 9,500, and 11,000 OPM) were designed to remove more material faster.

It has a large 1/8″ random orbit action that makes it easy to get a smooth finish quickly.

One-touch electronic speed control lets you set the speed to fast, medium, and low.

One-touch electronic speed control lets you set the speed to fast, medium, and low.

When you buy the Makita XOB01Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 5″ Random Orbit Sander, it comes with the tool only.

The 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 5″ Random Orbit Sander (model XOB01Z, tool only) gives woodworkers more time and mobility. XOB01Z has three speeds, better ergonomics, and up to 40 minutes of run time on one charge (battery sold separately). Speeds range from 7, 000 to 9, 500 to 11, 000 OPM, and they can be changed with a single touch of an electronic control switch. There is a large 1/8″ random orbit action that is designed to be efficient at sanding, remove material quickly, and leave a smooth finish. There is a pad brake that stops free-spin for a better overall finish, and a control system regulates how fast the pads move when they start up. The XOB01Z has a quick-change 5″ (8-hole) hook-and-loop abrasive paper that can be used for more things.

I love Makita tools, and I have a lot of other 18v tools that work well, too. But this little sander isn’t very powerful. It doesn’t move or shake as much as my plug-in model. Then, it will take longer to sand. Cordless mobility is nice, but the battery makes it heavy, which makes it hard to move around and use quickly. Afterwards, I had to get out my plug-in Makita 18v to finish the job. It is stronger and lighter. It’s bad. My main goal was to like this model and get rid of my corded one.

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