Txs vs cxs. And RO125 vs RO150

[Nick561]

I know both of these have been discussed before and I've read a tone in it but I wanted some fresh opinions.  I just ordered a ro125 and am having second thoughts. I already have a pro 5 so I ordered it for my rough work and wanted to keep the paper the same size. Should I have got the RO150. That units seems to be more liked. 

Also wanted some opinions on the txs. There isn't much for info and reviews out there  Any thoughts? Is the cxs ergonomics that much better? I have. 18v set for heavy stuff. I just want this for light work.  Thanks for the input

 

[duburban]

Hey,

Ro150 is the way to go for sure. Anytime I want to really rough something up the bigger pad is best also. I understand stocking just one size paper but having the 6" is worth it.

My background is in remodeling so the RO150 gets tons of use. If you don't do a wide range of work you may not miss the extra 1" diameter.

I've never held the TXS but just by looking at the profile, it seems like its elongated compared to the CXS.

 

[aloysius]

Given that you've already purchased a 125mm ROS, it seems a sensible choice to follow up with a 125mm "roughing" sander.  One suite of papers is smart, I feel.  I have the bigger, but older Rotex, and in some circumstances regard it as much too big & powerful.  Such as using it atop a ladder for example.  Or overhead.  When that paper jams between 2 lapped weatherboards things can get a bit hairy.  A 125mm version should be (with approx. only 1/2 the surface area) much more safely controllable in certain circumstances.  With this tool you're really only missing out on the last few percent of the big Rotex's ability to rapidly abrade stock, something that would actually be more efficiently accomplished with belt or rotary disc sanders anyway.

I also have the smaller RO90 sander, which I personally find a bit of a silly, poorly balanced, tiring tool to use that simply doesn't work in either role as well as a pair of dedicated Delta & ROS/Rotary Sanders would.  Given that the 125 Rotex is in effect little overall bigger than the "90" yet has about twice the surface area & substantially more power, I'd conclude that it will be a much, much more efficient tool too as well as having clearly superior ergonomics.

As for your baby drill dilemma I really can't offer any advice other than to recommend you proceed with caution.  Having been "burned" on 2 separate occasions with extremely poor performing Festo cordless products in the past I personally wouldn't even consider owning another.

 

[pingvinlakrits]

The CXS for light work, you won't regret it.
The TXS is "almost as large" as the T18. I kept grabbing the colleagues TXS at a job site thinking my T18 felt "light".

I have smoked two Festool drills over the years but I am happy to wear out a CXS in four years and simply get another one if needs be. Pairing it with a larger drill surely prevents that happening. 

 

[Nick561]

Keep the opinions coming guys. 

At the moment it looks like I will return the ro125 and txs for the cxs and ro150. 

 

[duburban]

nice! your going to be happy

 

[Mavrik]

I have had the RO125 for over a decade and used it as my primary sander for a long time
I have no regrets.

I subsequently got the smaller belt sander.
It is invaluable mounted upside down on the MFT.

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[Nick561]

So I just stopped at a woodcraft and used both sanders.  I will agree that the Ro125 feels under powered in rotex mode. I'm gonna go with the Ro150

 

[yetihunter]

CXS, RO150.

 

[Stephen Coff]

I think you need to consider what you will be using it for and how much use. The 150 is a very ballsy unit with a large surface area to make small work of any large job. That said its far to big for any detail works and the 125 isn't going to fill the void any better if anything lack on larger tasks. I ended up buying both the RO90 & RO150 and definitely no lack in range to accommodate any task though a few $$$.
As to the CSX/ TSX drama, all favour the C though i can't really see a reason why and when holding them both the TSX to me just seemed a much more relaxed unit to hold and whilst this may sound silly the CSX almost felt a bit claustrophobic. I felt the TSX would just be easier to grab off the floor beside me not looking etc than the CSX. As to the size differences the TSX is slightly taller though nothing that would sway my decision lets put it that way. If it was deeper then maybe but i wouldn't buy it without the kit which has the chuck & 90degree head so you're covered for tight spots.

 

[Nick561]

I think you need to consider what you will be using it for and how much use. The 150 is a very ballsy unit with a large surface area to make small work of any large job. That said its far to big for any detail works and the 125 isn't going to fill the void any better if anything lack on larger tasks. I ended up buying both the RO90 & RO150 and definitely no lack in range to accommodate any task though a few $$$.
As to the CSX/ TSX drama, all favour the C though i can't really see a reason why and when holding them both the TSX to me just seemed a much more relaxed unit to hold and whilst this may sound silly the CSX almost felt a bit claustrophobic. I felt the TSX would just be easier to grab off the floor beside me not looking etc than the CSX. As to the size differences the TSX is slightly taller though nothing that would sway my decision lets put it that way. If it was deeper then maybe but i wouldn't buy it without the kit which has the chuck & 90degree head so you're covered for tight spots.

I have the RO 90 already as well so I'm thinking the RO 150 will fit in nicely. It got delivered yesterday.