Makita 18V LXT Detail Sanders & Delta Sanders
Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders sort the awkward sanding jobs where a sheet sander will not reach, like corners, edges, and tight returns.
When you are finishing skirting, doors, stair parts, window boards, or doing snagging on a refurb, a delta pad gets right into the corners and keeps the finish tidy. Stick with Makita LXT and you can run it off the batteries you already use on site.
What Jobs Are Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders Best At?
- Sanding right into internal corners on skirting, architrave, and door linings where a random orbit just leaves you hand sanding the last bit.
- Keying paint and varnish on stair spindles, window boards, and trims during refurbs, so you get a clean finish without rounding everything over.
- De-nibbing filler and easing sharp edges on MDF, softwood, and ply before first coat, especially on built-ins and second fix joinery.
- Snagging and touch-ups at handover, where you need quick control on small areas without dragging a cord and dusting the whole room.
- Working overhead or in tight spots like cupboards and under stairs, where a compact delta pad is easier to control and less likely to gouge.
Choosing the Right Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sander Delta Sander
Keep it simple: pick the one that matches how often you will use it and how clean you need to leave the room after.
1. Battery and charger or body
If you are already on Makita LXT, buy the body and save your money. If it is your first LXT sander, a kit with batteries and a charger gets you working straight away and stops you borrowing power on site.
2. Dust collection set-up
If you are sanding indoors on finished rooms, prioritise a model that hooks up properly to extraction or has a decent dust box, because fine dust from filler and MDF gets everywhere fast. If it is rougher site work, you can get by, but you will still want something that does not clog pads every five minutes.
3. Pad and paper availability
Do not buy a delta sander until you have checked you can get the right hook and loop or clamp-on papers in the grits you actually use. If you cannot get 80 through to 240 grit easily, you will end up bodging sheets and the finish will show it.
Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders FAQs
What are the features of Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders?
They are built for controlled sanding in corners and tight areas using a pointed delta pad, with cordless convenience on the Makita 18V LXT platform. Expect quick paper changes, compact handling for edges and returns, and dust collection options depending on the model and set-up.
Are Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders available with batteries and charger?
Yes, you will typically see both body-only options and kits that include batteries and a charger. If you are already running Makita LXT on site, body-only is usually the sensible buy because your existing packs will fit.
Is there a warranty on Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders?
Yes, Makita tools come with a manufacturer warranty, and some models may qualify for an extended warranty if you register them within Makita's time limit. Keep your proof of purchase and register it as soon as it lands, not when you remember three months later.
Are Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders suitable for professional tradesmen?
Yes, they are a proper trade tool for second fix, decorating prep, and snagging where control matters more than removing loads of material fast. They are not a replacement for a big random orbit on full panels, but for corners and edges they earn their keep.
Do you offer next day delivery on Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders?
Yes, we offer next day delivery on in-stock lines from our own warehouse. Order in time and you can have the sander on site for tomorrow, instead of losing a day finishing corners by hand.
Who Uses Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders?
- Chippies and joiners doing second fix, because it gets into corners on trims and stairs without finishing the job by hand.
- Decorators on refurbs for keying edges, frames, and awkward returns, especially when they are in and out of rooms all day.
- Kitchen and bedroom fitters for sanding scribes, fillers, and touch-in areas on panels and end caps before final clean-down.
- Maintenance teams who need a quick, cordless sander for small repairs, patch work, and snag lists without setting up a full sanding station.
How Detail Sanders and Delta Sanders Work for You
A delta sander is all about control in tight spaces. The pointed pad lets you sand corners and edges cleanly, without dragging a bigger machine across finished faces.
1. The delta pad shape (why it matters)
That triangular pad gets right into internal corners and along beads and profiles, so you are not finishing the last 10 percent by hand. Rotate or swap the paper position as the tip wears to keep it cutting evenly.
2. Grit choice is the finish
Use coarser grits to knock back filler and high spots, then step up through the grits for paint prep. Jumping straight to fine paper just polishes dust and wastes time, especially on MDF edges.
3. Dust control on small sanders
Detail sanding makes fine dust, and it hangs in the air. If you can extract it, do, because it keeps the paper cutting and saves you wiping every surface before you can paint.
Detail Sander Accessories That Save Time on Snagging
A couple of basics make a delta sander work properly on site and stop you burning through paper and patience.
1. Delta sanding sheets in mixed grits
Keep 80, 120, 180 and 240 grit in the van so you can go from knocking filler down to paint prep without forcing one sheet to do every job. Fresh paper cuts cooler and leaves a cleaner finish, especially on MDF and filler.
2. Dust extraction adaptor or compatible hose cuff
If you are working in occupied houses or finished rooms, proper extraction is the difference between a quick sand and an hour of wiping down. Get the right adaptor so the hose stays put and you are not taping it up mid-job.
3. Replacement sanding pad
Once the hook and loop starts letting go, the paper slips, heats up, and you chew corners. A spare pad keeps the tool useful for finishing work instead of becoming a rough-only beater.
Why Shop for Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders at ITS?
Whether you need a Makita body to match your existing LXT batteries or a full kit with charger and batteries, we stock the range so you can buy Makita 18V Lxt Detail Sanders Delta Sanders online UK without messing about. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery.
