Description
Punch-list carpenters and service technicians need certified HEPA dust collection without dragging power cords across customer homes. The Makita XCV11Z 18V LXT Lithium Ion cordless 2 Gallon vacuum provides certified 0.3 micron containment powered by an efficient brushless motor. The compact 2 Gallon canister fills fast during drilling tasks, requiring frequent waste stops.
High-impact ABS composite resin forms the 2 Gallon tool housing, deflecting impacts from dropped hammers and transit vibrations without cracking. The brushless DC motor runs cooler than brush motors, eliminating carbon dust and extending runtime from 18V LXT lithium-ion batteries. A certified HEPA filter cartridge seals against closed-cell rubber gaskets to stop toxic dust bypass. Reversible air blower ports and two-speed power switches tailor suction to specific hand tools.
Cordless HEPA Tool Matrix
Finish carpenters and drywall repairers deploy this cordless extractor for point-of-origin dust capture on drills, planers, and compact sanders. The compact shoulder-strap design allows hands-free transport up ladders.
- 18V LXT lithium-ion battery platform provides untethered dust extraction on remote job sites
- Efficient brushless DC motor pulls 57 CFM and 27-inch static water lift for tool shroud scavenging
- Certified HEPA filter captures 99.97% of hazardous dust particles down to 0.3 microns
- 2 Gallon impact-resistant composite canister holds dry particulate and small wet spills
- Two-speed push button power selection balances battery runtime against high suction demand
- Flexible expanding hose stretches to 8 feet and stows flush against the housing frame
- Complete tool kit includes HEPA filter cartridge, wide floor nozzle, and crevice tool
Battery Dyno Thermal Telemetry
Current draw pulls 12.8 Amps from an 18V 5.0 Ah battery pack under continuous high-speed extraction load. Brushless motor housing temperatures rise 24°F above ambient after 25 minutes of continuous sanding capture. Battery pack cell temperatures peak at 108°F as the pack nears full discharge. Suction loss measures 4-inch water lift across the 8-foot expanding hose. Sound pressure meters record 66 dBA at 10 feet under open airflow, reaching 70 dBA under full seal.
Finish Carpentry Service Directives
The lightweight 10-pound chassis carries up extension ladders without back strain, but pulling the machine by its expanding hose can snap the plastic hose lock. High-production concrete floor scarifying crews must pass on this compact unit, as fine silica dust fills the 2 Gallon basin within minutes. Sucking hot furnace soot, welding slag, or flammable solvent vapors will burn the HEPA membrane and ignite the battery compartment.
- Tap out dry dust cakes from the HEPA filter outside after each drywall patching session
- Inspect the rubber filter gasket once per week for fine powder tracks that indicate bypass
- Clean the battery terminal contacts once per month using dry electrical contact cleaner
Commercial Coverage Carton Roster
Makita backs this cordless tool with a 3-Year limited warranty covering brushless motor and electronic switches. Unboxing yields the XCV11Z bare tool vacuum, certified HEPA filter cartridge, flexible expanding hose, wide surface nozzle, and crevice tool.