With so many orbital sander for concrete brands on the market like HandyCT, BOSCH, American Sanders, DEWALT, it can be tough to know which one is right for you. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
1. Gem 11″ Electric Orbital Sander with Dust Shr
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- The GEM Orbital Sander features an 11 inch drive pad which reduces labor by at least 50% over traditional 5 or 6 inch rotary tools
- And as opposed to high speed rotary sanders, the 100% orbital action of the GEM sander eliminates the possibility of swirl marks, leaving a totally consistent and uniform finish. The weight of the machine (18 lbs) does all the work. There is no need to apply pressure. Simply guide the machine across the surface like polishing a car
- The GEM Orbital Sander comes with, or without a shroud attachment for dust collection, and is available in 220 volt. 11 inch 3M abrasives are available in our inventory. This is the ideal tool for sanding large flat surfaces for both the woodworking, concrete and solid surface industries
2. BOSCH Power Tools – GET75-6N – Electric Orbit
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- Dual mode: Provides 2 sanding modes, random orbit mode for normal stock removal or fine finishing and “turbo” Driven eccentric orbit mode for aggressive stock removal at 5 times the rate of the normal random orbit sanding mode
- Variable speed: The GET75 6N comes with a powerful 7. 5 amp variable speed motor (no load speed: 290 to 640 RPM, no load orbit speed: 3300 to 7300 OPM) provide power, flexibility for jobs
- Ease of use: Get fast, smooth finishes on a variety of surfaces
- Passive dust collection system: Passive dust collection system that requires a vacuum cleaner and hoses; Accepts Bosch VAC001, VAC009 and VAC010 hoses (sold separately) or a Bosch VAC002 hose adapter (included)
- Orbital sander Package includes: The GET75 6N unit includes 1 (1) soft backing pad, 1 (1) hex pad wrench, 1 (1) sanding disc, 1 (1) removable front handle, 2 (2) vacuum hose adapters; Perfect for normal removal, most sanding jobs, wood floors, furniture finishing and polishing applications
- Turbo mode – has direct-drive rotation for 3x stock removal of standard random-orbit mode, for an alternative to a belt sander
- Multi-hole pad system – allows flexibility so tool can use a wide variety of abrasive discs
3. GEM 11″ Electric Orbital Sander
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- The GEM Orbital Sander features an 11 inch drive pad which reduces labor by at least 50% over traditional 5 or 6 inch rotary tools
- And as opposed to high speed rotary sanders, the 100% orbital action of the GEM sander eliminates the possibility of swirl marks, leaving a totally consistent and uniform finish
- The weight of the machine (18 lbs) does all the work. There is no need to apply pressure. Simply guide the machine across the surface like polishing a car
- The GEM Orbital Sander comes with, or without a shroud attachment for dust collection, and is available in 220 volt. 11 inch 3M abrasives are available in our inventory.
- This is the ideal tool for sanding large flat surfaces for both the woodworking, concrete and solid surface industries
4. American Sanders 07161A RS-16 16″ Rotary Sand
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- Powerful 1.5 hp motor provides smooth operation and aggressive sanding
- Gray non-marking wheels and power cord protect the floor
- Innovative “wiper” style switch keeps the motor contacts clean
- Chrome plated steel housing, motor cover, and handle tube provide maximum durability
- Dust port easily attaches to 1-1/2 inch or 2 inch vacuum hoses for improved dust containment. (DC model only)
5. DEWALT 20V MAX Orbital Sander Kit, 5 Inch, Co
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- Orbital sander with brushless motor provides runtime and efficiency to get the job done
- Variable-speed control of the hand sander from 8,000 to 12,000 OPM to match the speed to the application.
- Low-profile height of the power sander allows user to get close to work surface for precise sanding.
- Replaceable 8-hole hook-and-loop sanding pad (DWE64233) for quick, easy paper changing
- Dust-sealed switch to protect against dust ingestion for long switch life.
- Texturized rubber overmold grip for comfortable sanding
- One-handed locking dust bag
- Dust port is designed to fit directly to the DWV010 or DWV012 dust collectors (sold separately)
- To attach dust port to other vacuum systems with 1-1/4-inch hoses, use DWV9000 Universal Quick Connector (sold separately).
- PSA replacement pad available as service part number N373679 (sold separately)
Best orbital sander for concrete Buying guide
When shopping for an orbital sander for concrete, there are a few features to consider. First, consider the size of the sanding pad. The larger the pad, the more quickly the job will be completed. Also, look for a sander with variable speed settings, allowing you to adjust the speed based on the type of material being sanded. Choose a sander that has a dust collection system to keep the work area clean and a vacuum port for maximum dust extraction. Lastly, ensure the sander has a comfortable grip and is lightweight for ease of use.