Original Makita leaf spring — part 232185-6. A stamped steel leaf (flat) spring that restores proper blade/cutter tension in affected Makita planers and some belt sanders; sold as a single replacement component for quick repairs.

Fits (examples): Makita 9032 belt sander, KP0800 planer, DKP180 / DKP181 series planers (including DKP180Z and related variants), BKP180 and older planer models such as 1050D / 1051D (and several regional model variants). Use this original Makita part when those models show loose or uneven cutting due to a worn spring.

Quick notes — installation is a straightforward swap into the spring/tension assembly using the tool’s existing fasteners; replacing a fatigued spring typically restores consistent cutter pressure and reduces chatter. This genuine Makita replacement is one of the common Makita parts recommended for planer/sander maintenance. It’s a small but critical piece among power tool parts that keeps blades and cutter heads tensioned correctly.

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