Designed for finish carpenters, kitchen installers, joiners, furniture manufacturers, shopfitters, and interior fit-out professionals requiring a complete cordless brad nailing solution.
The Makita DBN501RFJ is an 18V LXT® cordless brad nailer engineered for precision fixing applications using 18 gauge brad nails from 15 mm to 50 mm in length. Powered by a high-efficiency brushless motor, the tool delivers consistent fastening performance while eliminating the need for compressors, air hoses, or gas cartridges. The straight magazine design accommodates up to 110 fasteners, making it suitable for repetitive installation work including skirting boards, architraves, decorative mouldings, cabinetry, furniture assembly, panel fixing, and second-fix carpentry applications.
A tool-free depth adjustment mechanism allows accurate control of nail penetration across different timber species and sheet materials, helping achieve consistent fixing quality. The integrated LED work light improves visibility when working in cupboards, corners, and low-light installation environments. XPT (eXtreme Protection Technology) improves resistance against dust and moisture for operation in demanding site conditions. This kit includes two 3.0Ah LXT® batteries, a charger, and a MAKPAC Case Type 4, providing a complete ready-to-work fastening solution with organised storage and transport.
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Makita
- Model: DBN501RFJ
- Battery Platform: 18V LXT®
- Motor Type: Brushless
- Fastener Type: Brad Nails
- Fastener Gauge: 18 Ga
- Nail Length Capacity: 15 – 50 mm
- Nail Diameter: 1.2 mm
- Magazine Capacity: 110 Nails
- Magazine Angle: 0°
- Sound Pressure Level: 82 dB(A)
- Sound Power Level: 93 dB(A)
- Vibration Level: ≤ 2.5 m/s²
- Product Dimensions: 246 x 96 x 301 mm
- Product Net Weight: 2.3 kg
- Tool Weight with Battery: 2.7 – 3.0 kg
Package Contents:
- 1 x Makita DBN501 18V LXT® 18Ga Brad Nailer
- 2 x Nose Adapters
- 1 x Belt Hook
- 2 x Makita BL1830B 18V LXT® 3.0Ah Batteries
- 1 x Makita Battery Charger
- 1 x MAKPAC Case Type 4
Note: The DBN501RFJ is compatible with all Makita 18V LXT® lithium-ion batteries. The supplied BL1830B batteries and charger can be shared across compatible LXT® tools but are not compatible with the Makita 40V Max XGT® platform. The nailer accepts 18 gauge brad nails from 15 mm to 50 mm in length. Optional accessories include the MAKPAC Type 4 inner tray and replacement nose adapters.











