Immortan D Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 21 minutes ago, bleedinblue said: Everyone keeps talking about the 2 mm stroke, but I can't find any spec on my Dewalt for reference. What's the standard stroke for a general purpose ROS? Dewalt calls it "orbit diameter". On the 5 incher is 3/32" or 2.38 mm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Cancelleri Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 19 minutes ago, bleedinblue said: Everyone keeps talking about the 2 mm stroke, but I can't find any spec on my Dewalt for reference. What's the standard stroke for a general purpose ROS? The stroke is the distance in which the pad travels per orbit. The larger the number, the more aggressive the sander, and the bigger the scratch pattern. For instance, a 5mm stroke would be best suited for intermediate sanding 60-120 grit, where as a 2-3mm would be best suited for 120 grit and higher. Paper and grit plays a big part in stock removal, however a 5mm stroke sander will get you there faster than a 2mm stroke with the same grit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Immortan D Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Source: http://www.buffdaddy.com/files/1519584/uploaded/KBM-Kevin Brown Method-Machine Stroke - How It Affects Sanding and Polishing Performance.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFatBaron Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Well, the fact that they're sold out has made my decision accidentally easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Cancelleri Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 4 minutes ago, TheFatBaron said: Well, the fact that they're sold out has made my decision accidentally easy. It's available from more than toolnut. Check www.festoolnirvana.com or www.bobmarinosbesttools.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 5 minutes ago, TheFatBaron said: Well, the fact that they're sold out has made my decision accidentally easy. Did you try? The link above doesn't say that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Cancelleri Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Just now, Mike. said: Where do you see that it is sold out. Toolnut closed the sale. It might be possible each retailer was given a certain number that they can sell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 The original link shows it as still available for me.http://www.festoolproducts.com/festool-new-products/festool-201234-pro-5-ets-125-req-random-orbital-sander.html?trk_msg=F1SKMN0RPITKL8G66TRJJ0MKJO&trk_contact=1VRUK3EV6LAQE74TAJ9ND3UMTS&utm_source=Listrak&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=http%3a%2f%2fwww.festoolproducts.com%2ffestool-new-products%2ffestool-201234-pro-5-ets-125-req-random-orbital-sander.html&utm_campaign=New+%2499+Festool+PRO+5+Limited+Edition+Sander+%2b+%2450+Voucher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cochese Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Yeah, I can still add it to my cart. Sorta wished I had waited on Bob Marino to post something, because he's a good due who overpacks for shipping. Oh well, if I like it I'll hit him up for paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estesbubba Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 29 minutes ago, Mike. said: Bob Marino is still offering it.....I just ordered one a minute ago. Same here. I've ordered a lot from Bob and he is great at giving advice. When I was deciding between the 150/5 and 150/3 he said if the Rotex is in your future order the /3 otherwise order the /5. He said the /3 might give a slightly better finish but good technique is more important than stroke. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drzaius Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 44 minutes ago, estesbubba said: but good technique is more important than stroke. A true statement on many levels. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jussi Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Anyone have plans for their voucher. I'm kind of leaning towards the new non plunge tracksaw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cochese Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Most likely I'll use it on a Rotex. Just not sure which one at this point. If I buy 125 paper, it obviously then opens up that model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben_r_ Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 So what do you guys suggest for a more aggressive sander to compliment this finishing sander from the Festool lineup? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 2 minutes ago, ben_r_ said: So what do you guys suggest for a more aggressive sander to compliment this finishing sander from the Festool lineup? A no 4. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 11 minutes ago, ben_r_ said: So what do you guys suggest for a more aggressive sander to compliment this finishing sander from the Festool lineup? Rotex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben_r_ Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 2 minutes ago, Llama said: Rotex. 125 or 150? Would it be nice to share 5" pads between the Pro 5 LTD and the Rotex 125? Or is the extra size and power worth it to run the 150? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Just now, ben_r_ said: 125 or 150? Would it be nice to share 5" pads between the Pro 5 LTD and the Rotex 125? Or is the extra size and power worth it to run the 150? I have the 5" Rotex, and the 5" finish sander. I have no complaints at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 3 hours ago, Tom Cancelleri said: ...I decide I want my fesdong to be smaller LOL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BonPacific Posted October 6, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Quote 1 hour ago, ben_r_ said: So what do you guys suggest for a more aggressive sander to compliment this finishing sander from the Festool lineup? A no 4. I think this is the first time anyone has offered a Lie Nielsen product as the budget option. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFatBaron Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 4 hours ago, TheFatBaron said: Well, the fact that they're sold out has made my decision accidentally easy. Since everyone questioned this: It says in stock, but when you add it to your cart, you get an error: And you can't actually check out with it in your cart. I didn't realize this was being offered through other retailers, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cochese Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 Has to be something on your end, because I can select it and check out with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drzaius Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 2 hours ago, ben_r_ said: So what do you guys suggest for a more aggressive sander to compliment this finishing sander from the Festool lineup? A Bosch ROS65. 6", super smooth & less than $300. But it's not a Festool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Edgar Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 12 minutes ago, drzaius said: A Bosch ROS65. 6", super smooth & less than $300. But it's not a Festool. Shane can hook you up with the proper shade of green so no one will ever know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaneymack Posted October 6, 2016 Report Share Posted October 6, 2016 So what do you guys suggest for a more aggressive sander to compliment this finishing sander from the Festool lineup? Ets ec 150/5, Its a beast. No need for a rotex (for furniture ) since this thing came out. If you will need it for really aggressive construction jobs then id go rotex, if not ets ec 5 stroke all day long. Sent from my SM-N910W8 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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