Restore the shine of finished hard floors with the Kärcher BDP 51/2000 C, also known as the Lightning 2000. This corded commercial floor burnisher combines a 20-inch working width with a high-speed 2,000 RPM pad speed, making it well suited for maintaining large retail, institutional and commercial spaces.
High-Speed Burnishing for Professional Floor Care
The 1.5 HP direct-drive motor delivers consistent power without belts or gears that require regular adjustment or replacement. With practical productivity of up to 10,000 square feet per hour, the BDP 51/2000 C helps facility teams maintain polished floors efficiently.
A floating handle automatically adjusts to the operator’s height while maintaining steady pad pressure against the floor. Large non-marking wheels and a protective bumper support smooth handling without leaving marks on walls or finished surfaces.
Built-In Dust Control and Operator Protection
A disposable paper-bag dust-control system collects residue produced during burnishing, helping keep the surrounding area cleaner. The machine also includes a mechanical safety interlock to help prevent accidental startup, along with a built-in circuit breaker and fuse for additional protection.
Its cast-aluminum chassis is designed for demanding commercial environments, while the 75-foot power cord provides generous reach across open floor areas.
Key Benefits
- 20-inch pad size for efficient commercial floor maintenance
- High-speed 2,000 RPM burnishing performance
- 1.5 HP rectified DC direct-drive motor
- No belts or gears requiring routine adjustment
- Productivity of up to 10,000 sq. ft. per hour
- Disposable paper-bag dust-control system
- Floating handle maintains consistent floor pressure
- Mechanical safety interlock helps prevent accidental startup
- Built-in circuit breaker and fuse
- Cast-aluminum chassis with a non-marking bumper
- 75-foot power cord for extended working range
- Quiet 67 dBA operating noise level
What’s Included
| Included Item |
Quantity |
| Kärcher BDP 51/2000 C floor burnisher |
1 |
| 20-inch burnisher pad driver |
1 |
| Replacement dust-filter bags |
10 |
Floor burnishing pads are sold separately. Select a 20-inch pad rated for 2,000 RPM operation and compatible with the floor finish being maintained.
Product Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Kärcher |
| Model |
BDP 51/2000 C |
| Alternate Name |
Lightning 2000 |
| Manufacturer Part Number |
1.009-099.0 |
| Machine Type |
Corded commercial floor burnisher |
| Pad Size |
20 in. |
| Pad Speed |
2,000 RPM |
| Motor |
1.5 HP rectified DC, direct drive |
| Electrical Supply |
115 V / 60 Hz |
| Practical Productivity |
Up to 10,000 sq. ft./hr. |
| Operating Noise |
67 dBA |
| Power Cord |
75 ft. |
| Wheels |
Four 5 × 1.25 in. non-marking wheels |
| Dimensions |
32 × 24 × 48.5 in. |
| Weight |
108 lb. / 49 kg |
| Dust Control |
Disposable paper-filter bag |
Ideal Applications
- Retail stores and shopping centres
- Schools and educational facilities
- Hospitals and healthcare buildings
- Hotels and hospitality properties
- Office buildings
- Airports and transportation facilities
- Warehouses and institutional spaces
- Finished vinyl, VCT, terrazzo and compatible sealed floors
The Kärcher BDP 51/2000 C is designed primarily for high-speed burnishing and polishing of clean, dry, finished floors. It does not dispense cleaning solution or recover water like an automatic floor scrubber.
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