Features:

• Wide variable-speed range for polishing, finish sanding and abrasive work
• Lightweight at only 2.6 pounds; pad brake quickly stops motor after power switch is turned off
• Efficient; the pad-dust collection system uses jet-engine technology to remove dust quickly
• Speed ranges from 4,000 to 12,000 orbits per minutes

Editorial Review:

USA Amps: 2, Variable Speed: Yes, Disc Diameter (in.): 5, OPM: 4,000 - 12,000, Case Included: Yes, Dust Bag Included: Yes

Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0

Fantastic Sander!:

I was looking for a small random orbit sander that could be used in the house. This one is great! The dust collection works excellent, it is fairly quiet and has very little vibration. It is comfortable in the hand, so it can be used for quite a while without any hand fatigue. On the small project I used it on, the sanded surface was nice and smooth & ready for finishing. This is going to be a joy to use for years to come!

Excellent Reliable Sander:

I bought this sander back in 2004 and it is still going strong. I do have a couple of other sanders including a Festool sander, but I find myself coming back to this Makita every time. The handle holds well in my hand, the switch is conveniently placed, and it is well balanced. I find the variable speed feature very handy for different applications.
I would have to agree with the other reviewers who mention the dust bag could be better. The dust on mine tended to leak out at a couple of stitches where... more info

Control:

I build cabinets and do high-end trim work. For my business, control and true random scratch pattern are the most important attributes - much of what I do is feathering-type work. I had not used the Makita but I purchased it based on a review I saw that rated it highly in the categories that are important to me.
I had used Porter-Cable five hole sanders for many years. When one recently went down, I took the opportunity to try the Makita. There is no contest when it comes to control - the Porter-Cable... more info

Good but not perfect:

Contrary to what the description says, my sander spun at full speed upon startup making it difficult to set on the workpiece without marring it. I had to place it on the piece before turning it on. It was also a little difficult to control as it seemed to jump around while sanding. I returned it and bought the Porter Cable which so far is much better.

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