With lower noise and fewer emissions, the 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Blower, Tool Only (XBU04Z) is a welcome solution for clean-up applications. The commercial design allows the blower to tackle demanding applications, comparable to gas blowers. The XBU04Z easily converts from blower to vacuum/mulcher (vacuum kit and batteries sold separately).
The Makita-built BL Brushless Motor delivers speed up to 120 MPH and up to 473 CFM. efficient BL Brushless Motor is electronically controlled to optimize battery energy use for up to 50% longer run time per battery charge than similar non-brushless tools. Electronic controls efficiently use battery energy to match the changing demands of the application for increased power and speed when needed. Brushless Motors run cooler and more efficiently for longer life.
A cruise control lever provides management of power and run time. The power switch can be locked-on for continuous operation. A long nozzle with 3-stage telescoping action provides convenience. The ergonomic and lighter weight design offers operator comfort.
The XBU04Z features Extreme Protection Technology (XPT). XPT is a protective seal inside the tool and is engineered for improved operation in harsh conditions by channeling water and dust from key internal components.
It's part of expanding 18V Lithium-Ion System, the world's largest cordless tool system powered by 18V lithium-ion slide-style batteries. 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger.
For improved tool performance and extended battery life, Created Star Protection Computer Controls. Star Protection is communication technology that allows the Star Protection-equipped tool and battery to exchange data in real time and monitor conditions during use to protect against overloading, over-discharging and overheating. For increased versatility, the tool can also be powered by 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Batteries with the star symbol on the battery indicating Star Protection inside.
Tool users who unplug the cord with 18V LXT experience new levels of convenience, efficiency and productivity. Created the 18V Lithium-Ion cordless tool category in 2005, and today it is the world's largest 18V cordless tool line-up. leading technology gives tool users unmatched performance and breadth of line, with innovation in motor and battery technology that is obliterating industry standards - and leaving old thinking behind. With high amp-hour batteries, efficient brushed and brushless motors, and 36V (18V X2) LXT technology, 18V LXT tools not only meet corded demands, they can exceed the performance of corded, all while remaining in a single cordless platform powered by the industry's fastest-charging 18V lithium-ion batteries.
Cordless tools are engineered for industrial applications, and for added protection during the most demanding jobs created STAR Protection Computer Controls. STAR is communications technology that monitors conditions during use, allowing the tool and battery to exchange data to protect against overloading, overdischarging and overheating. If STAR detects conditions that threaten to overload, overdischarge or overheat the tool or battery, the tool will automatically stop. At that time the user can either restart the tool, change or charge the battery, and put the tool back to work. When you slide a 18V LXT battery with the STAR symbol onto a tool that has either the STAR symbol or a yellow terminal, you are benefitting from STAR Protection Computer Controls.
When the job takes your tool into harsh conditions, Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) provides added protection. XPT is a series of integrated seals engineered to channel away dust and water for increased durability. Wherever the job takes you, tools equipped with XPT are engineered for increased durability and longer tool life.
Features:
• Makita-built BL Brushless Motor delivers up to 473 CFM and 120 MPH
• Cruise control lever with variable speed trigger for power and run time management
• Speed lock for convenient continuous operation
• Commercial design for heavy duty applications
• 3-stage telescoping blower nozzle features an adjustment range of 5" extending pipe closer to ground for user convenience
• Lightweight and ergonomic design for operator comfort and control
• Sound pressure rating of 61 dB(A); measured per ANSI B 175.2 standard
• Rubberized soft grip provides increased comfort on the job
• Easily converts from blower to vacuum / mulcher (vacuum kit sold separately)
• Features Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) engineered to provide increased dust and water resistance in harsh job site conditions
• Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls to protect against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating
• 3-year limited warranty
• Only use genuine Makita batteries and chargers
• Includes: (1) Blower Nozzle, XBU04 (183R06-2, (1) 3-Stage Telescoping Blower Nozzle (459798-0)
