Description
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Product Code:MAKDCO181Z
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Model Number: DCO181
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Brand: Makita
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Barcode: 088381727976
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Category: Drywall Cutters
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Taxonomy: Hardware > Tools > Cutters
The Makita DCO181 18V LXT Brushless Drywall Cutter from ITS is a lightweight, high-speed cordless tool designed for quickly and accurately cutting holes and shapes in plasterboard and drywall.
Ideal for dryliners, electricians, installers and construction professionals, its powerful brushless motor delivers an impressive no-load speed of up to 32,000rpm, providing the fast cutting performance required for creating openings for sockets, switches, lighting, ventilation and other installations
Makita’s brushless motor provides efficient, maintenance-free operation while contributing to excellent durability and battery performance. The DCO181 accepts collets from 3.18mm to 6.35mm, allowing compatible cutting accessories to be selected for different applications.
Despite its capable performance, the machine has a net weight of just 1.0kg and weighs approximately 1.4–1.7kg with a battery fitted, making it comfortable and manoeuvrable when completing detailed cuts or working for extended periods.
Dust management is enhanced by Makita’s Auto-start Wireless System (AWS). Using Bluetooth connectivity, the cutter can communicate with a compatible AWS dust extractor so extraction starts automatically when the tool is operated.
This provides a convenient way to manage airborne dust and debris while reducing the need to manually switch extraction equipment on and off. Makita’s eXtreme Protection Technology (XPT) also provides improved resistance against dust and water, helping the machine cope with demanding working environments.
An integrated LED job light illuminates the cutting area for improved visibility, while the slide switch features a lock-on function for comfortable continuous operation. An electric brake helps stop the cutter quickly, improving productivity and user control, while the built-in battery protection circuit guards against overloading, over-discharging and overheating.
Compact at 311 x 79 x 117mm, the Makita DCO181 delivers an excellent combination of speed, manoeuvrability and intelligent dust extraction compatibility.
For professionals regularly producing openings and detailed shapes in drywall, this brushless 18V LXT cutter provides the efficiency and cordless convenience required for fast, accurate installation work.
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