RUPES Random Orbital Palm Pneumatic Sander with 150mm Pad & 9mm Orbit-Skorpio III (Non-Vac)

Why you'll want it

• Low vibration for steadier work. Parts inside the tool are balanced so it runs with little shake. Steady hands make it easier to sand evenly across a surface.
• Quieter than most sanders in its class. The record says it runs quieter than other sanders in its class, so your shop or garage stays easier on your ears.
• Grip that helps support your wrist. The rubber-coated body and the throttle lever fit together with no pinch points, and the lever is designed to support your wrist.
• Good for fall finish work. Fall is a good time to get surfaces ready over the winter. The 9mm orbit is made for finishing with grade P320 and higher abrasives, which leaves a surface ready for paint or other coatings.

What it is

This is a RUPES random orbital palm sander with a 150mm pad and a 9mm orbit. Pneumatic means it runs on compressed air, so it is air-powered. The pad is the part that holds the abrasive, and it attaches with hook-and-loop. This is the Non-Vac version, so it has no dust extraction port.

How to use it

1. Attach the sander to an air supply line that is compatible with it.
2. Fit a 150mm hook-and-loop pad and the abrasive your job needs.
3. Hold the tool by the anti-slip body and the rubber-coated throttle lever.
4. Work in smooth, overlapping passes for an even finish.
5. After each use, wipe the pad and tool body to remove dust and debris.
6. Store the sander in a clean, dry area.

What else the job needs

Good to have on hand: abrasives in the grade your job calls for (the record names P320 and higher for finishing), 150mm hook-and-loop pads, and a compressed-air supply line. Follow the manufacturer's lubrication guidance for the pneumatic motor.