How does this model compare with the Makita XBU01Z 18VX2 Blower other 1 vs 2 batteries? Can't find anyone selling the 36V single battery.
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I've found the 36V battery to be a little lighter and seems to run slightly longer, (about one minute on a full charge) than the 18VX2 battery in my Makita Chain Saw or Blower. The nice thing about the 18VX2 battery adapter is that it is "Star 18V", which means it should be able to use the new 4.0Ah and 5.0Ah 18 volt batteries Makita is coming out with.
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36 volt Works much better, Robi just came out with a 45 volt blower that's great 160.00
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I have never tried one with 2 batteries. The 36 volt battery model works great. The battery last a LONG time. I bought an extra battery from Amazon
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The 36 volt battery weighs 2 pounds, 15 ounces. Two 3.0 amp hour 18 volt batteries plus the adaptor weigh 4 pounds, 2 1/2 ounces. The 36 volt batteries also make the tool look sleek vs. the unwieldy appearance of the adaptor solutions. You can now find 36 volt batteries on Amazon. I have two, good for about 50 minutes total. If I need more (the charger is a bit slow), I then switch over to the adaptor solution, since an adaptor was supplied with the 36 volt chain saw.
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I believe you have the LXT model. The LXT batteries will work on either the LXT or the "compact" models, but the compact batteries will not work on the LXT. The saw is great, but it requires the larger LXT batteries. I have both models of the 18v Makita and must watch when changing batteries. I have tried and the compacts are a no go.
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I bought one of these batteries and I was surprised just how much power my B&D; blower really had. I got my B&D; at a garage sale so I just used the battery that came with it. It was on it's last legs, but with the new battery it's up and running as if it were new.
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I looked up the WG545 and it's "frequently bought together with the WA3520 battery. The 3525 is 2Ah charge capacity. The 3520 is 1.5Ah. So the 3525 will run the blower longer (and will take longer to charge). Assuming both are mechanically compatible, you should go with the 3525. They are both $48.
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Makita makes, (or used to), an adapter that fit in place of where the 36v battery would otherwise seat, and the adapter accommodated two Makita 18v lithium ion batteries side-by-side. A 36v battery is quite expensive, and you'd like to have a second battery to keep running the chain saw while the other battery is recharging. I have a sizeable collection on Makita 18v tools, hence quite a few 18v batteries. When I saw Makita made the adapter, searching to buy one thru internet turned out that Makita discontinued the adapter. I was able to buy one of only two I found through Amazon.UK. Was not able to find out why Makita discontinued the adaptor, makes no sense to me. Apparantly, before Makita came out with the 36v chain saw, the nearly identical prior version housed two 18v batteries, but could not be adapted to a single 36v. My neighbor had an earlier version, we compared it to my 36v, and we both agreed, hands down, we liked the single 36v version better. But I'm still happy to have the double 18v adapter. Hope this helps you. rob
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Doesn't fit? It worked in my Makita blower with the 1830 battery, is your blower 18 volt, should work if it is.
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Because Makita wants you to purchase their more expensive batteries. I purchased the double pack, use these batteries and my tools on many different projects and am very satisfied with them.
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same drill but the Z in the model number refers to the bare tool version. The other version comes with batteries and charger and such. If you already have Makita batteries and chargers from other kits you purchased and you do not have a need for more, then this is the way to go. However, I have been using this drill so far and I do not like it compared to the older version. This one looks new and shorter but does not feel likes its very powerful. It could be my older batteries though.
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This battery (#HPB18-OPE) replaced the battery for my blower and works just fine. Model number on the old battery reads: #244760-00.
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I ordered from the link and mine arrived yesterday. The factory label says "48-11-2402 M12 Red Lithium Battery Pack."So the photo was wrong but the description was correct.Surprisingly, even though the battery is double the weight of the standard battery, my new impact driver feels lighter with the XC battery. My wife agrees. It must be that the tool is better balanced. It IS top heavy with the standard battery.P.S. I see that they have changed the photo to the correct battery.
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It is a 36v. I bought it to interchange with the Black and Decker weed eater. The battery lasts about an hour and a half which is perfect for me since I have back problems. It is light weight which was a must for me. For me, it was perfect.
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Just search Amazon - Makita BCL 180ZW - it comes up - on sale now, 5.99 instead of 8.00.
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I have 18 volt Makita tools so the battery was available. The 18 volt probably has more suction. I am really happy with my 18 volt unit.
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Two. I got a free one through makita so check their website for specials. The blower is very nice to have too.
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You'll get a longer run time with the 3.0 amp battery and it's still not a long time - 3 hours or less. Go to the Makita Tools website at http://makitatools.com/en-us/Modules/Tools/ToolDetails.aspx?Name=BCF201Z and click on the PDF "Instruction Manual." On page four of the manual there is a table that lists approximate run times for 14V and 18V and for 1.5 and 3.0 amps at each voltage. According to the table going from 1.5 amps to 3.0 (at 18V) essentially doubles the run time on low speed from 90 minutes to 200 minutes. So base your decision on what you need to do with the fan. I have the Makita fan and I like it, but the run times are quite short for what I use it for. I ended up also buying the Ryobi cordless fan which runs much longer - up to 10 hours on low speed.
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You can only put one battery in at a time. It's a well balanced tool. The 420 also has a blower so it's a good deal if you need one.
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Honestly, this model has all the power you'll need for anything but very extended work. If you need to use the blower for more than 15 min., which really is quite a long time, you may want to consider the more powerful battery version-- but for the average homeowner, this is more than sufficient.