what's orbital refer to? it's not a sander, I don't want the blade vibrating in a circle...
1569587
The "orbital" refers to the circular motion of the blade. It moves up and down (as if on a y-axis) and also forward and backward (as if on the x-axis). The forward/backward motion is very slight compared to the up/down motion. It makes the cut more aggressive and a lot faster. Breaking down 2x4's goes very quickly. However, you can set the orbital motion from min to max, so this is very adjustable and this saw can still make very accurate cuts with the right blades.
1569588
It doesn't & that has confused me as well. I don't know why they used orbital. Maybe referringto its flexibility. Essentially - it is a really nice jigsaw. If that is what you're looking for-this is your tool.
1569589
With Orbital Action, the blade moves in a slight circular motion as it moves in and out of the tool. What this does is allows for faster cuts in soft materials which also facilitates faster chip removal from the blade path. I like this one as it works better than the Craftsman that I had before. The grip is more comfortable and it has plenty of power to cut thru thicker wood.And inserting and removing the blade is quick and easy without having to use an allen wrench to tighten it.
1569590
That's a good question. Although I'm not sure exactly the definition of orbital is, I now it is very popular in heavy duty jigsaws, and reciprocating saws. It has to do with the type of cut you are looking for. I hear a lot about 'straight-line cuts' vs. 'orbital cuts'. It does not however vibrate in a circle.
55787
As far as I know the E means no tools are needed for adjusting the chain. It is a great feature and I love my saw.
451467
I don't see how you can use it on a random orbital sander and also I don't see why you would want to, it is not made for that, it wouldn't do anything
1697670
Neither: the pattern is orbital to theoretically minimize the leaving of tracks. The coarser the grit, the more obvious sanding marks will be. Even though you can get coarse-grit paper, this machine is intended for finishing and not for removing stock the way a belt or orbital disk sander can.On a side note, if you already have or plan to get any 18v/3.0 ah Makita cordless tools, you may want to consider getting the cordless version of the sander as well: the fewer cords to deal with, the better.
1118294
It is a separate dial. The trigger is on off. I have to add this is my favorite sander.
683141
You should go to the 3M site. While it doesn't specifically say orbital sander, it does mention grinding and sanding. They also have a question box so you can ask them directly. The link is http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/3M-Safety-NA/Safety/Product-Catalog/~/Mold-and-Lead-Paint-Removal-Respirator?N=3294427651+3294529207+5927440&rt=rud
683142
You should go to the 3M site. While it doesn't specifically say orbital sander, it does mention grinding and sanding. They also have a question box so you can ask them directly. The link is http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/3M-Safety-NA/Safety/Product-Catalog/~/Mold-and-Lead-Paint-Removal-Respirator?N=3294427651+3294529207+5927440&rt;=rud
334366
When it is not sanding it turns. When you are sanding with heavy pressure it just vibrates.
456048
Check to make sure the blade is installed properly. It's easy to get the blade just off center and that will cause a really bad vibration. Other then that, it's a 2 stroke. After using it for awhile your hands will feel funny when you stop.
1337276
The "square silver thing" provides the friction for the blade to stay in place. It shouldn't need to be moved. A bit of force is needed to get the blade to slip into place though. If you're really having to force the blade in you could try and adjust the tension of the "square silver thing". But you wouldn't want to loosen the friction so much as to allow the blade to slide around or move on it's own.
667350
YES... straight cuts only, and plastic must be solidly suported on both sides of the cut and bottom to diminish or exclude vibration. And let the blade do the cutting--do not rush it.
1416792
circular of sorts, but don't waste your money on this thing. I had the same problem as many other others, and that was one of the hold down handles for the paper broke. It is a piece of junk. I bought a porter cable for 10 dollars more, and it is a fantastic sander. One of the best I have ever owned.
1418424
the 3/8" sanding one on low speed. i do it every 10 days or so, a super great tool altho they don't like the sound of he motor. they love the close contact, just like a hug. vivian
1977768
A disk sander spins In a continuous.circle and your supposed to only use one half of the disk for your sanding a random orbit the pad orbits in tiny circles I forget what this one is 1/32 or something really it depends on the project but I like the random orbit because you can use the whole pad if it's a big project. For smaller projects I would use the disk sander so you can hold the piece with two hands
1094415
maybe but i would go for the round orbital sander, the one for velcro discs. few dollars and a huge diference. sheet sanders are going obsolete and soon to be extinted, they also leave "curls" on the sanded surface.
1251548
Blades sit on a "domed" piece that is some type of material, feels more rubbery. There are plastic parts on the underside where the motor engages. Looks very similar to the mechanisms on all blenders but Oster (they use metal).
1890387
It is a circular saw. If you mean the Makita blades, they do not support the high speed of the Rockwell and make shatter.