Bosch Home and Garden Random Orbit Sander PEX 220 A (220 W, in carton packaging)

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The input power of the machine is 220Watts which brings high performance. The sander is five times faster than the standard sander. The machine is ideal for curves and polishing surfaces. The rotary and orbital movements give a scratch-free character. The powerful sanding machine also works on paintwork and other domestic uses. Palm grip The Bosch PEX 220 A is a powerful sander gives flawless results when polishing and sanding curves, with random orbit motion and rotation for high sanding performance on a range of surfaces. The sander comes with a microfilter box. The built-in dust extraction traps the dust produced in the filter box. You are allowed to connect the sander to an external dust extraction feature such as the vacuum. The micro-filter system removes up to 80 per cent of the dust produced by the machine. The high-speed sander makes the collection faster. The box is easy to clean. You have a clean environment and clean air as you are working. Sanding sheets The weight isn’t enough to factor too much and importantly, the battery doesn’t impede when gripping the sander. The active dust extraction is very good – aided by a skirt around the sanding pad – but you can attach this sander to a vacuum hose, too. The no-load speed ranges from 2,000 to 12,000 orbits per minute. The no-load orbital stroke rate is from 4,000 to 24,000. The sander is aggressive. The sound level is up to 96 decibels. There is no vibration from the sander. However, you may still put on your hearing protection for the little sound produced. The vibration rate depends on the type of surface you are working on and the accessories attached to the sander machine. Pros

Let’s take a look at BOSCH PEX 220 A Random Orbit Sander in more detail and see what makes it worthwhile of a review score of 8.7 out of 10. It is a compact-sized sander that works in a random orbit motion. The rotations are used to give good quality sanding and flawless polishing. It has a built-in dust extraction box and a Velcro fastening system, making changing sanding pads easy. It comes with 125mm sanding pads. It has an input power of 220 Watts which makes the motor power. If you have your heart set on a particular brand or even a selection of brands then we’d suggest you spend a bit of time writing up a list of the brands that you would happily buy. This can really help you in narrowing down the selection when it comes to choosing a product. For example, over at Currys PC World you can filter products by brand, so you could filter just to show the brands on your list. This is especially useful knowing that there are 167 Garden Power Tools to choose from at Currys PC World. The unit is lightweight, compact and can even be used one-handed, making it ideal for fatigue-free working overhead. A soft-grip handle means it’s comfortable to manage, whilst a handy Velcro fastening means you can change sanding sheets in an instant. Even better than a built-in dust compartment (if you have a power supply nearby) is the ability to attach the sander to a vacuum cleaner hose. That active suction will reduce the amount of dust a lot in comparison.

Finally, make sure you’re aware of what size of sanding sheet/pad the sander takes. Most are standard shapes and sizes so it shouldn’t be difficult to find new sheets/pads once the included ones (if there are any) are used up. The other common type of orbital sander that isn’t random is a finishing sander. As the name suggests, these are designed for the final touches rather than tough work such as removing paint (consider a belt sander for that type of job). You’ll want one of these for getting a nice smooth surface either as the final finish or before adding product, such as oil or paint. Alongside standard orbital sanders, which is what the vast majority of electric sanders for DIY are, you can also buy what are known as random orbital sanders. But before we get into the detailed Bosch PEX 220 A 220W Random Orbit Sander review the most obvious place to start with is what the manufacturer, retailer or brand have to say. Description from Robert Dyas/Bosch The On/Off switch works to start and stop the machine. It is a safety feature that prevents accidents when the sanding machine is not used. To activate it, you push the button, and it indicates 1. Stopping the sanding machine requires you to press it again, indicating a 0. Orbital stroke rate

Most sanders are just off or on, but you can find models with variable speed. That might be two or three, but occasionally up to six different settings. Depending on the type of sanding you’re doing, this feature could come in very handy and even save you from sanding a piece of material more than you meant to. Bosch supplies the PEX 220 A with a Bosch Microfilter, a rubber sanding plate and a sanding sheet (Red Wood). A wide range of accessories for the system is also available to the user. For example, various sanding sheets for different materials such as paint, filler, varnishes, wood, metal or rust Features and Benefits These sanders still have the standard orbital motion but add a random element, so as well as the regular orbit, they oscillate in an unpredictable way. The combination of these two movements reduces the chance of a regular pattern in the wood you’re sanding. The maximum speed isn’t overly impressive but performance is good enough for the vast majority of DIY tasks and there’s a built-in dust bag which does a good job. This sander also works nice and quietly. The main gripe here is with the grip, which gets in the way of accessing the battery compartment a little bit. Your dust extraction system is effective. The punched holes on the sanding sheet must match the holes in the sanding plate. You are free to use the alignment aid. The Velcro has to face upward. You press the alignment aid into the two holes of the sanding plate. The sanding sheet has to be pressed firmly onto the sanding plate. The dust comes from materials such as lead, wood and metal material. It ensures good ventilation and prevents dust accumulation. It connects to a vacuum. Switch

Bosch PEX 220 A 220W Random Orbit Sander review

As we covered earlier choosing a brand can be really key to getting the right product in the Garden Power Tools category. There are loads of great brands out there each offering great products at different levels of quality and price. If brand is important to you, we’re sure you already know that Bosch is a great choice. With 276 products available from Bosch there’s plenty of choice too. Not only is there less risk of leaving marks in the wood, they are more versatile and can be used for a wide range of sanding tasks. If you wish to return your item to Robert Dyas, you can do so by one of the following methods: 1. Request a Collection via Robert Dyas Customer Services Next up after looking at the category and the average prices, we thought it would be good to take a look at the brand, Bosch.

Consider the price. We’ll dive into a lot more detail on the price of BOSCH PEX 220 A Random Orbit Sander shortly, but in terms of quality, the obvious advice here is ‘you get what you pay for’. It’s really just being aware that if you’re buying the cheapest of the Garden Power Tools from Currys PC World you might not expect the same level of quality as you’d get from a decent quality product like BOSCH PEX 220 A Random Orbit Sander. The design is taller than corded sanders and you have to factor in the weight of the battery, which also gets in the way of the grip a fair bit, but it’s easy to use and offers three different speed settings giving you good control. A maximum speed of 11,000opm (orbits per minute) isn’t particularly high but the DBO180Z makes up for it somewhat with a large 2.8mm orbit diameter. Dust extraction is above average and the machine is quiet in operation. Another important factor to consider is longevity. When you buy a high-quality BOSCH PEX 220 A Random Orbit Sander, you’re making an investment that is likely to last longer. Cheaper products may seem like a good deal at the time, but they are often made with lower-quality materials and are not designed to last as long. This means that you may end up having to replace your device sooner, which can end up costing you more in the long run. This is always one of the hardest questions to answer when buying tools. For starters, it depends how much budget you have available in the first place. We used the sanders on a range of different types of wood, including some with large surface areas, and others with hard-to-reach sections. We also used them with different sandpaper grades to evaluate how each one performs. All of the sanders were used for long enough to be able to assess their ergonomics, including weight and dimensions.The sander is ideal for sanding wood, metal and plastic. It also works on coated surfaces. What makes it great for polishing is the electronic control. The machine has a thumbwheel for orbit frequency preselection. The handle gives a good grip. It is comfortable when using the sanding machine. The sanding plate has screws that secure it onto the sanding sheet. There were also a total of 260 products that were more expensive from Bosch and 13 that were cheaper. Price of Bosch products in the Garden Power Tools category Those looking for a no-nonsense, corded random orbital sander without breaking the bank should try the PEX 220 A from Bosch. It’s an excellent-value option that will happily get to work on a range of different sanding tasks from stairs to sculptures. This is not intended to be a full statement of your rights under the Consumer Contracts Regulations. Full details of your rights are available from your Local Authority’s Trading Standards Office. How To Return A Product Sanding creates a lot of dust so it’s a good idea to look for a sander with good dust collection as not all sanders come with this feature. Typically it will come in the form of a built-in dust compartment but some can even be attached to a vacuum cleaner tube for better extraction.

Finishing sander: A finishing sander, as you might expect, is the one you need to put the finishing touches on a job. They come in different shapes and sizes which means you will sometimes see them described as palm sanders, and are ideal for working on flat areas before adding products like oil, wax and paint. Random orbital sanders tend to have a circular sanding pad but orbital sanders can come in many shapes and sizes. If you can only afford to buy one sander, we’d recommend getting a random orbital model.

In addition, high-quality gadgets and technology products tend to have better performance. This is particularly important for products that are used for tasks such as gaming, video editing, or graphic design. A high-quality BOSCH PEX 220 A Random Orbit Sander is likely to have better specs and features, which will translate into better performance and a better user experience. Random orbital sander: If you can only afford one sander, a random orbital is the most versatile. They are typically circular, but not exclusively, and although it might look like they simply rotate the sanding disc, they actually move it around in an unpredictable pattern to avoid scratch marks. Their size and ease-of-use make them suitable for a wide range of sanding tasks.