What are random-orbit sanders used for?
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Shop for Random Orbital Sanders |
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Random-orbit sanders are very versatile tools and can be used for a wide range of woodworking tasks. |
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Smoothing
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They can used to quickly and efficiently sand a rough-surfaced piece of wood into a piece of wood with a smooth finish. |
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Stock removal
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As well as smoothing, random-orbit power sanders can be used to remove stock. Stock removal is the process of removing material from a workpiece. |
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Shaping
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Random-orbit sanders can also be used to shape a piece of wood. By angling the sanding disc you can create curves and free-form shapes. |
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Polishing
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By attaching a soft sanding pad and a polishing bonnet you can buff up nearly any surface to a gleaming shine. |
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De-rusting
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With more abrasive attachments, random-orbit sanders can be used to remove stubborn rust from a metal surface. |
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