Festool sanders comparison table, or which sander to choose

[VictorL]

I've compiled table with all sanders currently offered by Festool. I hope that this table will help somebody to select sander. Unfortunately current forum software doesn't allow integrate non graphic files or HTML, so this table is presented as graphic file, but I prefer to show it as PDF, excel, or HTML.
This is a draft version so constructive advises especially for "Best for" are welcomed.

Thank you,
VictorL

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[Brice Burrell]

Not bad but you're going to have to make room in the Rotex family and edit these prices in a few weeks.

 

[Alan m]

what do yo mean brice , make more room. is there another tool on the way that we dont no about [wink] [big grin]

 

[Brice Burrell]

what do yo mean brice , make more room. is there another tool on the way that we dont no about [wink] [big grin]

No, somehow I missed the the RO90 in his list. [doh]

 

[NVA_WW]

Not bad but you're going to have to make room in the Rotex family and edit these prices in a few weeks.

and what prices will need to be edited [eek]???  [tongue]

 

[JPDWine]

If you were buying one sander to start with what would it be recognizing that you might be doing a variety of tasks?  Thanks for the chart -- very useful?

 

[fdengel]

JPDWine, definitely a Rotex.

I think the OP has something backwards though - fast removal is NOT the domain of a random-orbit sander.  Random-orbit sanders are the less agressive ones used for finishing work.  It is the gear-driven sanders (such as the Rotex when *not* in random-orbit mode) which are more agressive and can be used for fast removal.

 

[hoedma]

Hi,

Thanks for the comparison table. I would also suggest you have a look at the UK Festool Sander catelogue, which has a similar table.

Cheers,
Mattijs

 

[AlexThePalex]

JPDWine, definitely a Rotex.

I think the OP has something backwards though - fast removal is NOT the domain of a random-orbit sander.  Random-orbit sanders are the less agressive ones used for finishing work.  It is the gear-driven sanders (such as the Rotex when *not* in random-orbit mode) which are more agressive and can be used for fast removal.

That is just a matter of definition. I think random orbit sanders can be regarded as aggressive. If you compare them to orbital sanders there's a world of difference.

Also, 'gear driven' doesn't necessarily mean aggressive, it simply means that the shaft of the motor is connected to the pad by gears. For instance, the Rotex in fine (random orbit) mode is still gear driven. I think what you meant to say, is Rotary, like the Ras where the motion of the pad is a pure rotation. Pure rotation is the most aggressive way to sand, especially combined with a high RPM. And the belt sander of course.