So it doesn't look like I'll be buying a new sander today.
DeWalt 5" Variable Speed Random Orbit
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DeWalt 5" Variable Speed Random Orbit
Whats the difference in the Dewalt and the PC? Will the Dewalt work as good as the PC? It's on sale at lowes and much less expensive than the Porter Cable.
Thanks,
Jeff
Thanks,
Jeff
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Not sure which Dewalt model of the 5" you're looking at so it's hard to say.
They have 2
1. Model # D26450
It's a fixed speed (12,000 OPM) with a 3 amp motor
2. Model # D26453
Random speed (7,000-12,000 OPM) with the same 3 amp motor.
The orbit diameter is 3/32"
The Porter Cable
uses a 3.7 amp motor
Variable speed (2,500-6,000 OPM)
I have an older model Dewalt out in the garage and I compared it to my porter cable.
I think an important aspect is the orbit diameter. On the PC it seems to be a LOT larger than the Dewalt. The Dewalt is almost like a mini-rotary with very little OD where as the PC has a larger OD. Add to the fact the Dewalt has a smaller motor designed for sanding wood with a 5" sanding disk, I think it would have a hard time making a dent in the clearcoat of a corvette.
They have 2
1. Model # D26450
It's a fixed speed (12,000 OPM) with a 3 amp motor
2. Model # D26453
Random speed (7,000-12,000 OPM) with the same 3 amp motor.
The orbit diameter is 3/32"
The Porter Cable
uses a 3.7 amp motor
Variable speed (2,500-6,000 OPM)
I have an older model Dewalt out in the garage and I compared it to my porter cable.
I think an important aspect is the orbit diameter. On the PC it seems to be a LOT larger than the Dewalt. The Dewalt is almost like a mini-rotary with very little OD where as the PC has a larger OD. Add to the fact the Dewalt has a smaller motor designed for sanding wood with a 5" sanding disk, I think it would have a hard time making a dent in the clearcoat of a corvette.
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From: Edmond, OK...One of the first rules of online forums: If you don't like what is said but can't refute it, attack the poster.
Thanks for the info....the one i was looking at is the D26453K and it's normally 90.00 on sale for 45.00. According to what you wrote, the DeWalt might have too high opm.
jeff
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If I pick it up today I'll try it out on my GF's old SUV work truck. The paint is shot anyway so I'll slap on a buffing pad and see what happens.
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It's in a flyer I got in the mail. The sale starts July 18 thru the 20th. You'll need a coupon. Here is the website. I'm not sure if there is a way to print one or not. http://forpros.lowes.com/cae/
Jeff
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From: Edmond, OK...One of the first rules of online forums: If you don't like what is said but can't refute it, attack the poster.
I'm glad it worked for you. Soooo, do you think this DeWalt goes too fast to use for polishing the car? The last thing I want to do is mess up the paint.
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*my* opinion (and take it for what it's worth), I don't think I would use it on my corvette. Besides it spinning to fast, the orbit diameter is much smaller than that of the porter cable buffer. It may turn it into a mini-rotary and cause some damage to your paint.
If anything, try it out on an old junker first to see if it's going to have any problems.
If anything, try it out on an old junker first to see if it's going to have any problems.
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From: Edmond, OK...One of the first rules of online forums: If you don't like what is said but can't refute it, attack the poster.
Thanks for the info........i won't get it for the Vette, but I might get one for the heck of it....in case I ever need to sand something. lol
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