How many uses can I get out of this? Can I use the sanding pads more than once?
1460928
Depends on the size of your scratches, but more than likely no. We were able to fix 2 2-3 in scratches but after that the thing was done. The sanding pads are pretty small
866969
no you do not have to take off the h&l; pad, it is very firm and gives a great finish with all grids. I strongly recommend the sander. cheers
616596
Yes, you can reuse the pads. You can use them several times before the sticky part wears off. Then you'll need to replace them. They last quite a while. I think it's definitely worth the purchase because they're so cheap and you get several in the package. I'm told you can make the stickiness last longer if you use wipes to clean them off after each wear, but I haven't done that.
106628
ok you got two possibility's hear # 1 you got a bad motor and yes iv heard of this happening because the sander's are not made in the USA \ # 2 you have got the adjustment tension for the belt wayyyy to tight with the sanding belt on so it put's wicked strain on the motor # 3 you may want to try a heaver belt grit
917623
this takes 8 hole sanding disk and if you are using it for woodworking you can get great sandpaper from here http://www.industrialabrasives.com/blocks-and-pads-psa-hook-adaptors-c-80_250.html
2212659
NopeThe sander works great and very powerful to use .You have two speed levels Low and high..
1545408
Yes it is. Really only suitable for light sanding as the hooks do wear quickly and make it unusable. You can get new pads of course not sure of the cost though.
1780841
ABSOLUTELY! Wet sanding is very effective and they can be cleaned with a little soap and water. Take extra care when drying them because the foam pad will absorb water.
1290908
It does come with a "triangle" attachment and several sanding pads, but I suspect they would wear out pretty fast. It might work for sanding in tight spaces, but honestly I think this machine is designed more for cutting than sanding.
1408348
Like the sanding pads? I picked some up at the local lowes and Home Depot before. Usually about 6 bucks. It's one of the common types of sanding pad shapes out there. Hope that helps
18323
You can definitely use this more than 50 times. Just be careful with it and don't be unnecessarily rough.
893535
Marius, I use the Astro Pneumatic as a base to which I attach hook and loop foam polishing pads. I could see where you might attach sanding discs to it as well, but I have never done that, so couldn't recommend it one way or the other. It is very rigid and I suspect that you would need more flexibility for sanding purposes. Good luck. Bob
1638868
You can use it as little or as much as needed. I don't change the pad each time, in fact, I've changed butane before I've changed the pad.
948156
It will depend on what type of wood you are sanding. I have had no problem so far, as I also use a fine grain sheet of paper and finish by hand
2178215
You probably could, but I wouldn't. The backer pad that comes stock with the unit is very stiff and quite flat...great for table tops, cabinet sides, planks, etc., but not for the multi-level surfaces of cars. Additionally this sander is a 6 hole vacuum unit and placing a polishing bonnet over the intake might cause the sander to overheat. Lastly the oscillation size is extremely small, great for sanding and "polishing" wood, but it might just end up burning the wax on the surface of the paint. So, I wouldn't recommend it. Hope that helps!
866968
no you do not have to take off the h&l pad, it is very firm and gives a great finish with all grids. I strongly recommend the sander. cheers
1794279
I typically use them about 50 times before replacing both pads and mat. The adhesive loses it's stickiness and the foil on the pads wears along where you fold it.