I was about to break down and spent $650 on a Festool sander. All of the sudden the 3M Xtract sander hit the market. This is great I can get the same performance for $100 cheaper. After reading the reviews on 3m's website I decided to hold off. Then I came across this video.
• A Cheaper Mirka DEROS ...
This sent me down a rabbit hole. Is there a nonnamed version that is a better value? I found that this knock off was made two years ago. It can still be found on Amazon under the several different names. Less than a year ago a company can out with a version that looks almost the same but fixed all the issues that were raised in the video.
Their model has variable speed paddle switch. It remembers the last setting when turned off or unplugged. It has a long high quality cord. Most importantly it feels like a quality tool. For the price of a Mirka Deros you can buy 3 of these. If you have watched my reviews then you know I like high value tools not high cost. This sander has to be at lest 80%-90% as good but cost only 30%-40% as much.
You can get it here. You can also get up to a 4 year replacement
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Here is an analog switch like I use. Mine gets kicked around but still works
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Matt @731Woodworks reviewed this switch. I am not sure if the electronic will hold up in my shop but I plan on giving it a try
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Don't forget the sanding disc. The Xtract is worth it in my opinion and is cheaper than buying sanding mesh at the box stores. I use 80 grit then go to 120 grit and finish with 220 grit on 90% of my projects.
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6 сен 2024