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With four other sanders ahead of it, I probably wouldn't have purchased this except it came free as a promotion with my Hitachi Miter Saw. That said, I was interested in the sander and do see a place for it in my power tool inventory.First off, this is probably not the tool I would reach for when I want to put the finishing touches on fine furniture. This model has lots of power and gets rid of material in a hurry. A certain amount of user finesse is required in using a single speed sander and if you don't have it, you can get in trouble in a hurry. An awkward on/off switch and a slightly blocky feel further complicate matters. The coarser the grit of your sandpaper, the more difficult it will be to start and stop your work without leaving noticeable swirls.I think this model will probably wind up as my workhorse sander. I can see it functioning effectively when I have lots of stock or paint to remove from larger surfaces. I think users with patience, larger hands and finer grades of sandpaper will be most satisfied with this tool.
I have replaced a DeWalt palm sander with the Hitachi SV13YB sander. I am doing remodeling on my home and am in the process of sanding the exterior (old 105 siding), getting ready for painting.My 22-year-old son has been using the first one I bought, continuously, for three days. A couple days ago, I went and bought another one in hopes of joining him and making the work go doubly fast. However, just as I was about to break out the new one and begin using it, my son came to me and told me the sanding disks would not stay on the sanding pad. I went and checked it out, and sure enough he was right. So, after only three days, I'm looking at a nonfunctional sander. He is now using the new one and I will have to find something else to do, until I can get this one repaired.The hook and loop sanding pad on this unit may be a good idea, but is either a bad design or uses inferior materials.
UPDATED REVIEW:I'd originally posted a review complaining that the hook and loop pad went slick too fast. That much is still true. However, after some searching, I found that one of the Dewalt backing pads fits perfectly! It's the one for the DW421 and DW423 and it's the exact screw pattern of the Hitachi pad. Probably same manufacturer. Anyway, problem solved as far as I'm concerned (provided this one doesn't have the same problem).Beyond that, it's a reasonably priced sander with good power, good dust collection, and unlike another reviewer, I find it's easy to control. So if you don't mind expecting to upgrade your backing pad, I think this sander is worth the price. If you'd rather not, maybe spend a bit more on a Dewalt or P/C sander.
I was also trying to upgrade from the Porter Cable 333. I had one for years but when I purchased another Porter Cable as a replacement it died within a few weeks so I bought this Hitachi and now after a very short time in use the Velcro pad is slick and will not hold onto the sand paper. I'm not happy about having to replace the sanding pad so soon after purchase. Maybe I'll just move on to another brand....
I think the sander is great. I've been doing woodwork for 15 years now and this one is great if you're looking for a dependable, smooth running sander that's not too pricey. On flat surfaces I haven't had it run off from me much at all like the others reviews said. I think the rubber portions of the top make it easy to hold onto (easier to hold than the Porter Cable) and the dust collection works great too. If I could change one thing I'd add a toggle switch for the on/off button. My old Ryobi had that and I thought it was more convenient. Other than that I love this sander.
5" Random Orbit Finishing Sander, Abrasive Paper Size 5" Round, Pad Size 5" Round, 2.0a, Soft Grip, No-load Speed Minimum 12,000, Sanding Perform Amt Removed, 1.24, Overall Height 5-11/16", 3.0 LB, Includes: 5" Sanding Paper, Model A-P20, 1 Piece & Dust Bag, Model #308519, 5 Pieces, 120 Grit Sanding Discs.
The new design on this 5-inch random orbital sander from Hitachi is going to really turn some heads. This single speed unit delivers 230 watts from the powerful 2 amp motor, and produces a no-load speed of 12,000 rpm. Operation is guaranteed to be smooth and precise with the all ball bearing construction, while the soft elastomer grip reduces vibration and provides a comfortable hold. Hitachi has also incorporated a pad control system to maintain speed and minimize gouges. This model uses 8-hole hook-and-loop sandpaper, and it includes a 5-inch sanding paper, dust bag, and five 120-grit sanding discs.
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With four other sanders ahead of it, I probably wouldn't have purchased this except it came free as a promotion with my Hitachi Miter Saw. That said, I was interested in the sander and do see a place for it in my power tool inventory.First off, this is probably not the tool I would reach for when I want to put the finishing touches on fine furniture. This model has lots of power and gets rid of material in a hurry. A certain amount of user finesse is required in using a single speed sander and if you don't have it, you can get in trouble in a hurry. An awkward on/off switch and a slightly blocky feel further complicate matters. The coarser the grit of your sandpaper, the more difficult it will be to start and stop your work without leaving noticeable swirls.I think this model will probably wind up as my workhorse sander. I can see it functioning effectively when I have lots of stock or paint to remove from larger surfaces. I think users with patience, larger hands and finer grades of sandpaper will be most satisfied with this tool.
I have replaced a DeWalt palm sander with the Hitachi SV13YB sander. I am doing remodeling on my home and am in the process of sanding the exterior (old 105 siding), getting ready for painting.My 22-year-old son has been using the first one I bought, continuously, for three days. A couple days ago, I went and bought another one in hopes of joining him and making the work go doubly fast. However, just as I was about to break out the new one and begin using it, my son came to me and told me the sanding disks would not stay on the sanding pad. I went and checked it out, and sure enough he was right. So, after only three days, I'm looking at a nonfunctional sander. He is now using the new one and I will have to find something else to do, until I can get this one repaired.The hook and loop sanding pad on this unit may be a good idea, but is either a bad design or uses inferior materials.
UPDATED REVIEW:I'd originally posted a review complaining that the hook and loop pad went slick too fast. That much is still true. However, after some searching, I found that one of the Dewalt backing pads fits perfectly! It's the one for the DW421 and DW423 and it's the exact screw pattern of the Hitachi pad. Probably same manufacturer. Anyway, problem solved as far as I'm concerned (provided this one doesn't have the same problem).Beyond that, it's a reasonably priced sander with good power, good dust collection, and unlike another reviewer, I find it's easy to control. So if you don't mind expecting to upgrade your backing pad, I think this sander is worth the price. If you'd rather not, maybe spend a bit more on a Dewalt or P/C sander.
I was also trying to upgrade from the Porter Cable 333. I had one for years but when I purchased another Porter Cable as a replacement it died within a few weeks so I bought this Hitachi and now after a very short time in use the Velcro pad is slick and will not hold onto the sand paper. I'm not happy about having to replace the sanding pad so soon after purchase. Maybe I'll just move on to another brand....
I think the sander is great. I've been doing woodwork for 15 years now and this one is great if you're looking for a dependable, smooth running sander that's not too pricey. On flat surfaces I haven't had it run off from me much at all like the others reviews said. I think the rubber portions of the top make it easy to hold onto (easier to hold than the Porter Cable) and the dust collection works great too. If I could change one thing I'd add a toggle switch for the on/off button. My old Ryobi had that and I thought it was more convenient. Other than that I love this sander.
5" Random Orbit Finishing Sander, Abrasive Paper Size 5" Round, Pad Size 5" Round, 2.0a, Soft Grip, No-load Speed Minimum 12,000, Sanding Perform Amt Removed, 1.24, Overall Height 5-11/16", 3.0 LB, Includes: 5" Sanding Paper, Model A-P20, 1 Piece & Dust Bag, Model #308519, 5 Pieces, 120 Grit Sanding Discs.
The new design on this 5-inch random orbital sander from Hitachi is going to really turn some heads. This single speed unit delivers 230 watts from the powerful 2 amp motor, and produces a no-load speed of 12,000 rpm. Operation is guaranteed to be smooth and precise with the all ball bearing construction, while the soft elastomer grip reduces vibration and provides a comfortable hold. Hitachi has also incorporated a pad control system to maintain speed and minimize gouges. This model uses 8-hole hook-and-loop sandpaper, and it includes a 5-inch sanding paper, dust bag, and five 120-grit sanding discs.
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