My next Festool?

[ColossusX]

I currently have the Pro5 LTD and the RO125. Plus some non festool sanders.  I have the Makita cordless tracksaw which I love and the Bosch VAC090AH.  Considering my next Festool purchase.  I'm leaning towards the LS130 sander, the profiles would make restoring old trim much easier.  I'm not really interested in the drills, I have plenty of cordless drills that are great.  Should the LS130 be next or something else, like the RO90 or even the 150 sized sanders?

 

[peter halle]

I have always considered the LS-130 to be a very specialized sander.  It is fairly unique in that its sanding action is linear.  It can take pre-made pads by Festool in various contours or profiles and you can also get kit to custom make your own profiles.  But based on reports made here, the foam in the pads does break down over time and buying a lifetime supply at one time might not be the best choice.  So if you have moldings that you want to smooth (but not strip) then it could be a great addition for you.

Peter

 

[sancho57]

Since you already have a track saw, Id look at a MFT.

Its definately a game changer

 

[ColossusX]

I'm actually thinking of making an MFT style, probably with the collapsible centipede legs

 

[Birdhunter]

I have an LS130 sander I bought to sand molding profile. It's a good tool for that purpose although slow.

If you want a real game changer, buy the Domino. More than any other tool, the Domino totally changed my woodworking. It us a truly unique tool.

 

[ColossusX]

Right now, the domino doesnt fit into my work profile.  I mostly do remodeling and renovations.  I hope to become more specialized as my wood working skills improve, then I can imagine a domino.  Right now though, I'm mostly a rough and trim carpenter. 

 

[Naildrivingman]

Right now, the domino doesnt fit into my work profile.  I mostly do remodeling and renovations.  I hope to become more specialized as my wood working skills improve, then I can imagine a domino.  Right now though, I'm mostly a rough and trim carpenter.

I use dominos to assemble door/window casings, crown molding/base splices, jamb extensions...

When you decide to buy a domino, you will discover that the possibilities are almost limitless.

I can’t reply about the LS130.  I haven’t even held one.

Since you have the Pro 5 and the 125, I believe you are pretty well covered when it comes to flat sanding. The 150 is really nice if you want to combine the power of a belt sander and the finishing of an RO.  I have the 150, Pro 5 and the 90.  I install a lot of custom moldings, so very often I am sanding only the joints. For that, the 90 is my go to.

I have two MFTs. I find them invaluable for my workflow. I do not use them as designed/intended, but I got them used at a great price.  If I bought them retail, I would probably build my own.

 

[Cheese]

Well you’ve got tools for sanding, sawing, drilling and vacuuming.

But I don’t see a tool for routing...how about an OF 1010/1400?

 

[ColossusX]

I have the Makita trim router with a rail guide.  Haven't thought about a full sized router..  the form factor seems odd to me, at least compared to the ones I see in the box stores.  But definitely on the list to consider now

 

[SoonerFan]

I agree with [member=44099]Cheese[/member] look at a router.  I have an OF1400 and find it quite useful for lots of stuff.

 

[SAB]

Hi, I have the RO 125 and the RO 90. I was looking for an ETS 125 also the face sanding attachment looks good.

Can you tell me about the Pro 5. There is not much out there regarding the sander. And I was curious if the face attachment will for the Pro 5.

Thank You,
Steven

 

[LazyGretlWoodWorks]

Since you already have a track saw, Id look at a MFT.

Its definately a game changer

+1

 

[tsmi243]

Hi, I have the RO 125 and the RO 90. I was looking for an ETS 125 also the face sanding attachment looks good.

Can you tell me about the Pro 5. There is not much out there regarding the sander. And I was curious if the face attachment will for the Pro 5.

Thank You,
Steven

The Pro5 basically IS an ETS125.  It's got a little more power, that's all.  And the systainer is black, which is pretty neat.

The edge sanding guide definitely fits- I have one right here on a Pro5. 

 

[live4ever]

Yes the LS130 makes restoration work easier.  It won’t completely eliminate an arsenal of scrapers, heat gun, etc but can make many parts of the job go a lot quicker (though it’s not a particularly fast sander.  It’s been absolutely indispensable on those types of projects I’ve needed it for, but otherwise has sat idle.  I guess that’s the thing with the “specialty” tools…

 

[Ultimate Tools Marketing]

The Pro5 basically IS an ETS125.  It's got a little more power, that's all.  And the systainer is black, which is pretty neat.

The edge sanding guide definitely fits- I have one right here on a Pro5.

The Pro 5 is the limited edition version of the ETS 125 REQ. The ETS 125 EQ is the previous version and has a little less power, less ergonomic switches and body, and doesn't accept the edge guard.

 

[Coen]

Yes the LS130 makes restoration work easier.  It won’t completely eliminate an arsenal of scrapers, heat gun, etc but can make many parts of the job go a lot quicker (though its not a particularly fast sander.  It’s been absolutely indispensable on those types of projects I’ve needed it for, but otherwise has sat idle.  I guess that’s the thing with the “specialty” tools…

Sadly discontinued and for how long the pads will be made is anyone's guess..

 

[live4ever]

Yes the LS130 makes restoration work easier.  It won’t completely eliminate an arsenal of scrapers, heat gun, etc but can make many parts of the job go a lot quicker (though it’s not a particularly fast sander.  It’s been absolutely indispensable on those types of projects I’ve needed it for, but otherwise has sat idle.  I guess that’s the thing with the “specialty” tools…

Sadly discontinued and for how long the pads will be made is anyone's guess..

Yes, though occasionally available on recon.  Also just realized OP’s post was five years ago…lol, hate it when that happens.

 

[derekcohen]

I currently have the Pro5 LTD and the RO125. Plus some non festool sanders.  I have the Makita cordless tracksaw which I love and the Bosch VAC090AH.  Considering my next Festool purchase.  I'm leaning towards the LS130 sander, the profiles would make restoring old trim much easier.  I'm not really interested in the drills, I have plenty of cordless drills that are great.  Should the LS130 be next or something else, like the RO90 or even the 150 sized sanders?

What do you build and what do you need to do for your next build? Is there a tool missing from your line up for this, or a technique you wish to try?

That is how one ideally chooses a tool, and then a manufacturer or model. Otherwise it is just tool collecting/filling a shelf .... which is fine if that is your thing.

Regards from Perth

Derek