Professional Air Random Orbital Palm Sander, Dual Action Pneumatic Sander, Low Vibration, Heavy Duty

Purchased for use in an art/design college where it doesn't pay to get the most expensive equipment/tools if students are using. It all gets abused and the good stuff can disappear very easily. This sander has lasted 3 years and counting under a fair amount of abuse, an so far without any problems. And considering it clearly says on the side of the tool to "oil daily," there is no indication where or obvious port for oil anywhere. So it has likely never been oiled, which is a shame, yet an additional tribute to it's durability. Still working fine, so very good value for the price in our opinion. Now if someone reading this knows where to oil it, please let us know. Instructions were non-existent.

I have used the same industrial orbital sander for the past 15 years. It was a 3m that can’t be bought now, all metal and designed for non stop use. Well over $300 back then. Well, all good things come to an end, it finally gave out and I don’t do as much work as I once did. Plus I’m on a fixed income and can’t swing that kind of money now. So I bought this with a little hesitation worried of the quality. It did cone in packaging that certainly indicates it is not made in the USA. I don’t care for hook and loop, so I got a sticky pad for it. I have already put about 15 hours of hard use on it and I have to say, I’m impressed. Low vibration, doesn’t suck my compressor dry. I do have a large commercial air compressor, 80 gallon 7 HP, but it kicks off and on while continuous use of the sander. It runs very similar to my previous very expensive 3m. It fits the palm of the hand nicely, it will stay running while placing heavy pressure on it and it just performs, way better than expected. It is used for sanding paint, bondo and fiberglass, basic body repair. I do not use on wood so could not rate it for that. However, I believe this sander is well worth the cost and I recommend it for being a good quality, durable sander.

Nice sander. Good price. Would recommend.

Works and handles just like the big name brands for way less $$

Have to say I've used a H.F. DA sander for at least 3-4 years. Yes, it lasted much longer than a $29 sander should. I felt like I was due for an upgrade. I read all the reviews and bought this one. All I can say is why didn't I make this switch sooner? This sander is sooo much smoother, sooo much less vibration and so much quieter than the H.F. model. It is truly like night and day. This feels and runs like a precision tool. In the 20-30 hours I've run this sander so far it has not missed a beat. The reduced vibration and lower noise level is alone worth the price. Cannot recommend this tool enough. I don't write recommendations often so this is the real deal.

I work in a metal shop, I use DAs all day long. I have noticed it is on the heavy side it is also taller than my normal 3m DA. The 3m DA is rated at12,000 this DA is rated at 10,000. I have to say this DA blows 3m DA away for the power it brings!! This DA has a round stabilizer in it which makes this DA a lot smoother to work with! The only draw back o have noticed so far is it did not come with a filter to muffle the noise. I even let a co-worker use it, he was very shocked on how powerful it was. I'm impressed with this DA so far!! I hope this will last longer than 3 years like the 3m ones....

Does not work for heavy use Completely broke down Product is heavy Alot of vibration

I work in a fabrication shop Stainless steel, aluminum, standard steel, and wood. Lot of finishing work. After 2 months this thi g is ready to fall apart. 10hrs a day, 6 days a week. When it was new out of the box. It was definitely louder than Dynabrade. Close to the same sound of a Husky air 6". But I would by a Husky before I waste my money on This piece of $###. I have a Husky 6" as well. Good sander. For the price you can't beat it. But if your going to be sanding for hours. Get a Dynabrade. Quiet for a air tools and won't vibrate your hand numb. This cheap China tool is ok for the occasional user. I took a belt sander and sand off the the hook and loop on the pad and made it smooth for self-adhesive 5" disc's. Works great. This sander vibrates more an more as it gets used. Starts getting a little louder as well. For power it's not bad. If you need a cheap sander for once in a while. Buy it. Professional use. Never!!! This thing will cause Carpal Tunnel.