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A features diagram of the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander, pointing out the adjustable sanding arm, electric brake, vacuum connection port, movable LED light, variable speed dial, and brushless motor.
A diagram illustrating the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander's pivoting arm, showing its range of motion up to 160 degrees for accessing tight spaces and compact storage.
A close-up of the variable speed control dial on the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander, set to speed 5, located near the brushless motor housing.
An application shot showing a user wearing gloves using the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander with a 5.0Ah battery to sand a rusted area on a car's wheel well.
A close-up shot of the adjustable LED light on the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander, shown brightly illuminated.
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A features diagram of the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander, pointing out the adjustable sanding arm, electric brake, vacuum connection port, movable LED light, variable speed dial, and brushless motor.
A diagram illustrating the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander's pivoting arm, showing its range of motion up to 160 degrees for accessing tight spaces and compact storage.
A close-up of the variable speed control dial on the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander, set to speed 5, located near the brushless motor housing.
An application shot showing a user wearing gloves using the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander with a 5.0Ah battery to sand a rusted area on a car's wheel well.
A close-up shot of the adjustable LED light on the Makita XSB01Z detail belt sander, shown brightly illuminated.
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Makita Belt Sander XSB01Z 3/8x21 Inch 18V LXT Brushless Bare Tool (5600 FPM Variable Speed 160 Degree Pivoting Arm Wood Detail Metal File Grinder)

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SKU: XSB01Z
$374.00 USD
$519.80 USD Sale $374.00 USD

Description

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Makita XSB01Z 18V LXT Brushless 3/8-Inch x 21-Inch Cordless Detail Belt Sander - Bare Tool

The Makita XSB01Z 18V LXT Brushless 3/8-Inch x 21-Inch Cordless Detail Belt Sander grinds tight weld beads, shapes complex wooden contours, deburrs interior tube cuts, and details auto body curves where conventional disc sanders cannot fit. Powered by an electronically controlled brushless motor delivering variable belt speeds from 1,960 to 5,600 FPM, this narrow-profile file sander incorporates a 160-degree pivoting guide arm for flexible access and compact storage. An adjustable LED work light illuminates restricted target zones, while an electric motor brake and Star Protection Computer Controls maximize operator control and battery efficiency during heavy structural metal fabrication and fine carpentry.

**Battery and charger sold separately.

Best Used For:

  • Weld Bead Dressing & Metal Deburring: Blending inside corner fillet welds, cleaning plasma-cut slag, and smoothing sharp tube edges on fabricated steel frames.
  • Tight-Radius Woodworking & Carving: Sanding concave furniture legs, shaping musical instrument profiles, and smoothing deep internal mortise cuts without surface gouging.
  • Automotive Bodywork & Spot Weld Removal: Grinding narrow flange seams, removing paint around tight door jambs, and leveling spot welds in collision repair bays.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • 160-Degree Articulating Sanding Arm: Pivots smoothly from -90° to +70° for customized reach inside cramped mechanical housings and folds compact for toolbox storage.
  • Variable Speed Control Dial: Adjusts linear belt feed from 1,960 up to 5,600 FPM to match heat and stock removal rates for heat-sensitive plastics, wood, and alloy steels.
  • High-Efficiency BL Brushless Motor: Delivers high torque and cooler operation while optimizing battery draw for up to 50% longer runtime per charge.
  • Rapid Electric Belt Brake: Immediately halts abrasive belt travel upon trigger release to allow swift tool repositioning and prevent accidental substrate marring.
  • Angle-Adjustable LED Work Light: Articulates in sync with the sanding arm angle to focus bright illumination directly across the target contact path.
  • Star Protection Computer Controls: Monitors live thermal levels, current load, and voltage draw to safeguard both tool and battery from overload conditions.

What's Included

  • (1) Makita 18V LXT Brushless 3/8" x 21" Detail Belt Sander (XSB01Z - Bare Tool)
  • (2) 3/8" x 21" Abrasive Sanding Belts (80 Grit)
  • (1) Multi-Position Auxiliary Side Handle

Technical Specifications

Specification Detail
Model Number XSB01Z
Voltage System 18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Abrasive Belt Width 0.375 in (3/8 in / 9.5 mm)
Abrasive Belt Length 21.0 in (533.4 mm)
Maximum Sanding Contact Length 4.3125 in (4-5/16 in / 110 mm)
Variable Belt Speed Range 1,960 to 5,600 FPM (600 to 1,700 m/min)
Arm Articulation Range 160° Total Range (-90° to +70°)
Motor Architecture Makita BL Brushless DC Motor
Braking Safety System Electronic Rapid Motor Brake
Overall Tool Length 19.75 in (19-3/4 in)
Net Operating Weight (with Battery) 4.5 lbs
Substrate Suitability Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Hardwoods, Softwoods, Plastics
Pro-Tip: Use the tool-free tracking knob on the side of the 160-degree arm to center the 3/8-inch belt while running at low speed before ramping up to 5,600 FPM; proper tracking prevents edge wear on narrow pulleys and guarantees uniform contact pressure.