DEWALT DW421K 5-Inch Heavy Duty Random Orbit Palm Sander

DeWalt's 5-inch random-orbit sander is a great tool for professional woodworkers and painters, as well as homeowners looking for a reliable sander for do-it-yourself projects. It has a 2 amp motor that provides 12,000 orbits per minute, with a 3/32 orbit diameter. Its controlled finishing system maintains consistent control over the pad speed, minimizing gouging at startup. We found that the sander removes material quickly and leaves a good finish. While it has less vibration than many sanders we've tried--thanks in part to DeWalt's dual-plane counterbalanced fan--we found that gripping the tool from the side rather than from the top seemed easier on the hands, and thought the top grip could get tiresome in extended-use situations. We liked the dust canister configuration on this tool, which uses a simple and effective twist-lock mechanism to prevent air pressure from popping the canister off the tool. The sealed switch prevents problems from dust contamination. The kit comes with the sander, a dust collector, a vacuum attachment, and a case. --Brian Trinen
Customer Review: a hard working sander
I've had this sander for about 4 years now, and it gets moderate to heavy use. I've used a couple of other leading brands before, and I have nothing but good things to say for the DW421! The dust bag used to fall off from time to time, but no more. I didn't do anything to fix it, it just stopped falling off. I have recently replaced the hook/loop pad for the first time, and I change paper a lot. The finish quality is superb, with no swirls, and it really works fast! The finish is very good when using DeWalt brand papers, but I like the Klingspor paper just a bit better. I have just gotten the DeWalt D26451K, but I'm definitely going to keep the 421. If you want a doggone good sander, buy this one.
Customer Review: only one drawback
I purchased this sander new from Home Depot and used it. After a (in my opinion) brief amount of time, the loops let go. There was no accident, or misuse of the sander, they just gave out and refused to hold the paper. Another reviewer said 50 sheets. That sounds about right. I too was dissappointed that I had to purchase a $20 replacement pad/loop part. I considered the Rigid brand when the HD employee told me they stand behind their sanders for the life of the sander. To do over,I'd purchase the Rigid sander.


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