can anyone tell me what the largest random orbit sander avaliable is? i notice they all seem to be 5 inch at the home depot so is there a company that makes an 8 or 12 inch?? also any suggestions on brands? thanks
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6" is the largest round I have ever heard of. Some floor sanders have a large plate (I think) but that is all there is.
Why would you want a 12"? Seems the motor to orbit it would outweigh the versatility of a hand held tool. Thats a lot of surface area/friction yer talking about.
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I'd like a 36" so I can sand a door in 4 seconds.
Or at least spin it across the street.
for doing floors in those areas that hare hard to reach like closets and doorways and against the walls, i was just wondering
You were in the right store, but wrong department. Go to tool rental at HD and ask for an edger. They stock the paper for it too.
edger is the pro tool for that sort of thing, but if want one for versatility on other things also, there are lots of 6" ROs made.
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There is a large ROS I think is about 12 inches I have seen them at local trade shows I'm sorry I cant remember the brand name they were designed for finishing slabs and large table tops if you get in touch with a local magazine called Australian wood review they may be able to help you.
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We have a 8 or 9" Fien at the shop, dont use it much but they do make em.
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