Landscapers and contractors are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE that includes the 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless Blower. With zero emissions and lower noise, the 18V X2 (36V) Cordless Blower is a welcome solution for clean-up applications. It’s powered by two 18V LXT® batteries (sold separately) for maximum power and run time, but without leaving the 18V battery platform. With the efficient Makita BL™ brushless motor, the blower delivers longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. For me, Makita is different. I feel like their OPE tools are high-quality tools. They appear to invest time and money into the line and look at this as an extension, something they believe should be high quality. So as you guessed when people ask me who makes the best OPE tools for power tool companies, I immediately point them to Makita. You don't have permission to access "http://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/categories/outdoors/outdoor-power-equipment/leaf-blowers/f/makita/lz8-5yu" on this server. It’s part of Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion system, the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries. Makita 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. Noise: 95dB Max. air velocity: 234km/h Max. air volume: 13.4m�/min Max. sealed suction: 3.2kPa Vacuum bag capacity: 50L No load speed: 0-7,850rpm Overall length 737 / 1,396mm Weight (with battery): 7.8kg

You may be wondering why you see two batteries that say 18V, but the article says it’s a 36V. Makita does something different that I wish all companies did. Instead of designing different volt batteries and requiring users to invest into different platforms, Makita thought differently. Why not have users invest in one battery platform? If it only requires one battery, that is how we will design the tool. However, for the high demand applications, they add another one to increase the watts or output. An awesome idea and another reason that Makita puts its users first. Makita 36V Blower Review – Features The Makita scored above average when we used a pitot tube and anemometer to measure the cubic feet per minute (CFM) and miles per hour (mph). It achieved 865 CFM at five inches and 132 mph airspeeds at the same distance. This was the highest recorded airspeed of any model we tested. We did notice a significant drop in performance readings when we measured at 30 inches. Powered by two 18V Li-ion batteries in series to supply energy to the powerful 36V DC motor drive system. XPT - provides increased resistance to moisture and dripping water for use in harsh outdoor environments The XBU02Z features Makita 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.Cruise control function - lever allows user to set desired speed removing the need constantly engage trigger The XBU04ZV features Makita® 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. Landscapers and contractors are demanding more cordless alternatives to gas-powered outdoor power equipment. Makita is meeting demand with an expanding line of cordless OPE that includes the 36V (18V X2) LXT® Brushless Blower. With zero emissions and lower noise, the 18V X2 (36V) Cordless Blower is a welcome solution for clean-up applications. It’s powered by two 18V LXT® batteries for maximum power and run time, but without leaving the 18V battery platform. With the efficient Makita BL™ brushless motor, the blower delivers longer run time, increased power and speed, and longer tool life. Equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls™ to protect against overloading, over-discharging and over-heating While you can hear the blower, it’s not nearly as loud as other blowers we have tested (60.2 dB). Makita 36V Blower Review – Value

Built-in fan circulates air through the battery during the charging process to cool the battery for faster charge time.The Makita Rapid 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 If you already own some Makita tools, this blower makes a great addition to your cordless tool collection A brushless electronic motor runs more efficiently than brushed types. This can help reduce the tool's energy consumption. When it comes to Outdoor Power Equipment ( OPE), it seems like every manufacturer has a tool to offer. Now when I say this, I am saying it with all respect. When it comes to OPE, I feel like most of them just offer the product to complement their line of tools and hopefully, people will buy their OPE tool and then start buying their power tools. It’s almost like when you used to buy power tool kits. They would have a kit of 4 tools and then toss in some cheap light to call it a 5 tool kit. Two 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion batteries deliver the power and run time for gas powered demands without leaving the 18V LXT® platform (batteries not included)

The added mulching function when vacuuming allows more debris to be collected in the 50L bag. The variable speed trigger allows the user to find the ideal speed whilst the cruise control function allows you to set and adjust the speed easily. Vacuum with mulching function - vacuum function features max sealed suction of 3.2 kPa. Shredder in fan mulches material allowing more material to fit into the bag stage telescoping blower nozzle features an adjustment range of 5" extending pipe closer to ground for user convenience Delivers up to 28 minutes of run time at 15,800 RPM using two 18V LXT® 5.0Ah batteries (batteries not included) Develop a cordless 36V (18Vx2) blower/vacuum to suit the needs of gardeners, maintenance staff, landscapers and the home user. Provide a market leading cordless blower / vacuum that is the equivalent of a 25cc engine petrol blower / vacuum.

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Two 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion batteries deliver the power and run time for gas powered demands without leaving the 18V LXT® platform Makita ® LXT ® Cordless Blowers feature a compact design and weigh less for reduced operator fatigue. Makita started with a brushless motor and designed a two battery system around the motor. If you use two 5Ah batteries, you will get about 30 minutes of run time. Not bad at all for a high demand OPE tool. LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah battery BL1850B features an integrated L.E.D. battery charge level indicator Brushless Motor - 36V of power and runtime without leaving the 18V LXT platform, producing 234km/h air velocity

Makita’s 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. With no carbon brushes, the Makita BL™ Brushless motor runs cooler and more efficiently for longer life. When powered by two 18V 5.0Ah batteries, the efficient brushless motor delivers up to 28 minutes of run-time on dial setting #3 on a single charge. Makita technology delivers category-leading charge time so the battery spends more time working and less time sitting on the charger (battery and charger sold separately) The Makita DUB363ZV is a cordless blower powered by two 18V LXT batteries in series, and equipped with a high power BL motor, which delivers powerful performance similar to 25mL class engine blowers both in blower and vacuum applications. The Makita-built BL™ Brushless Motor delivers speed up to 120 MPH and up to 473 CFM. Makita’s 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. Makita’s Brushless Motors run cooler and more efficiently for longer life.LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Couple Shaft Power Head Kit w/ 13" String Trimmer & Blower Attachments (4.0Ah) Tool users who unplug the cord with Makita 18V LXT® experience new levels of convenience, efficiency and productivity. Makita created the 18V Lithium-Ion cordless tool category in 2005, and today it is the world’s largest 18V cordless tool line-up. Makita’s 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, Makita 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. [Learn More] It’s part of Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium-Ion System, the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V lithium-ion slide-style batteries. Makita 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. The DUB363ZV provides equivalent power to 25cc petrol engine blowers with up to 234km/h of blowing performance whilst also featuring 3.2kPa max. sealed suction, allowing you to take complete control of your garden.