What do people think of this orbital?

I have only heard a few people talk about it, but they really like it.



I assume that most any of the normal pads would work with it.



Honestly, I think the Cyclo would be a better buy. I think it has a little more grunt.
 
Well it looks like the lowest speed is 4300 RPM, isn't that a little bit high of a starting RPM for a polisher? I would honeslty stick with the PC, or the Cyclo, that seems to be getting some attention now!
 
O4cobra said:
Well it looks like the lowest speed is 4300 RPM, isn't that a little bit high of a starting RPM for a polisher? I would honeslty stick with the PC, or the Cyclo, that seems to be getting some attention now!



That was my first impression--maybe I will look again to see if it is a random orbit.



Stand corrected -- probably somewhat similar to the PC. How do the specs match up?
 
I'm not sure are you comparing apples to apples?



Porta-Cable

Model 7424



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FEATURES

â€Â¢ 3.7 Amp, AC Only

â€Â¢ Electronic variable speed 2,500-6,000 OPM

â€Â¢ Random, swirl-free polishing action

â€Â¢ Spiral/bevel gears

â€Â¢ 100% ball and roller bearing construction

â€Â¢ Standard Equipment: Polisher, polishing pad #54745, wrench #48779, side handle, and operating manual



SPECIFICATIONS

Power: 120 VAC, 50-60 HZ/120 VDC

Motor Amps: 3.7

No-load Speed: 2,500-6,000 RPM

Spindle Thread Size: Accepts 5/16 - 24

Gear Drive: Spiral Bevel

Wheel/Pad Size: 6"

Length: 11 1/2"

Net Weight: 5 3/4 Lbs.

Shipping Weight: 6 1/4 Lbs.



RELATED ACCESSORIES

Polishing Pad: - Model 54745



Dewalt

Heavy-Duty 6" Right Angle Random Orbit Sander with Electronic Variable Speed - DW443





FEATURES

Electronic Variable Speed from 4,300-6,800 opm provides greater control of material removal rate

Controlled Finishing Systemâ„¢ maintains pad speed and minimizes gouging during start up

Dual-plane counter-balanced fan reduces user fatigue

Sealed 100% ball-bearing construction

Accepts 6", 6-hole hook and loop paper

Rubber-coated gear case for low vibration operation









SPECIFICATIONS

Amps 4.3 Amps

Orbits/Min 4,300-6,800 opm

Orbit Diameter 3/16 "

Dust Collection Yes

Paper Size/Type 6", 6-hole hook & loop

SFPM N/A

Dust Sealed Switch Yes

Pad N/A

Pad Break Yes

Tool Weight 5.7 lbs

Shipping Weight 6.75 lbs







RELATED ATTACHMENTS

DW4395 6" Hook & Loopâ„¢ Pad - Hard

DW4390 Dust Extraction Adapter







You say the throw is the same, I'm not sure--Can't find it in the specs.
 
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