New ETS Sander

[Birdhunter]

I handled the new ETS EC 125/3 eccentric sander at my local store. I don't understand its relationship in the sander lineup to the ETS 5 inch finish sander I know and love.

My first impression is that the sander is very powerful, it's much bigger than my ETS, and the hose seems to pull the sander onto the back of the pad..... unbalanced.

 

[AlexThePalex]

The ETS EC sanders are primarily made for the automotive industry. When you work on a car, most sanding work is done vertically.

And I'm sure that somebody who is used to the sander will be able to balance it without problem in any pose.

 

[Birdhunter]

Thanks

 

[Scott B.]

Bh

I think it is better balanced than many of the others because it is shorter, less tippy if it hits turbulence. To me, balance is about how it floats under load and with different grits, and in different orientations.

We've been able to float it on narrow surfaces just holding the hose.

How it compares to your 6" is mostly a question of what types of tasks you do the most.

Thanks for sharing your first impression.

 

[Birdhunter]

Scott,  I'll give it another try October 1.

 

[fshanno]

As far as balance goes on horizontal surfaces I don't know how you improve on the classic ETS 150/3.

Mine seems to look up and me and say, "Dude!  Why are you hanging on to me like that?  It's embarrassing.  I get it, smooth the wood, it's not rocket science.  I'm not trying to hurt your feelings but frankly, you're not contributing much to this endeavor.  So run along now and do whatever it is that you do.  I'll call you when I need a new grit."

 

[Scott B.]

I agree, fs. The 150/3 is almost too easy when working in it's wheelhouse.

Sometimes when things feel too "faster, easier, smarter..." you just have to mix it up.

It's actually a good sanding exercise...works the whole brain, especially with a 90 in one hand.

Two different sanders doing the same thing in different ways in two different hands directed by the same brain.

When you go back to just one sander, it feels like you've hit the reset button.  [scared]

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[leakyroof]

I agree, fs. The 150/3 is almost too easy when working in it's wheelhouse.

Sometimes when things feel too "faster, easier, smarter..." you just have to mix it up.

It's actually a good sanding exercise...works the whole brain, especially with a 90 in one hand.

Two different sanders doing the same thing in different ways in two different hands directed by the same brain.

When you go back to just one sander, it feels like you've hit the reset button.  [scared]

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  Okay, NOW you're just showing off... [wink] [wink]
Are you a drummer in a band in your spare time?  [embarassed]