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RIDGID R8606B 18V Cordless 5" Random Orbit Sander (Tool Only) Expired

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Home Depot has RIDGID R8606B 18V Cordless 5" Random Orbit Sander (Tool Only) on sale for $59. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member psharkauburn for posting this deal.

Features:
  • AirGuard Technology collects up to 90% of dust for a cleaner work area
  • Extended runtime of over 40 minutes with 4.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Battery (sold separately)
  • Variable speed dial adjusts speed for different applications
  • Dust-sealed switch increases longevity of the tool
  • SOFTStart Technology and brake pad helps prevent gouges on work surfaces
  • Enhanced Hex Grip Micro Texture for secure grip and maximum user comfort
  • On-board vacuum adaptor fits 1-1/4 in. or 2-1/2 in. standard vacuum hose
  • Quick-release dust bag for quick and easy bag emptying
  • 100% Compatible: Works with all RIDGID 18V Batteries, Tools and Chargers

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It's on special buy, normally up around $90. Lowest I've seen it in store in quite awhile, also eligible for free shipping. Buying straight from Home Depot, so no issues / questions on LSA.

This is currently $79 at directoolsoutlet (DTO) for factory blemished, which gives an indication how good a deal it is brand new, with free shipping from local HD for $20 less. I know DTO occasionally gets down around the $40 mark but there's still shipping on top, and I can't seem to jump on it in time (and it's been quite awhile).

There are also some discount gift card deals going on - I used Chase Ultimate Rewards for 10% off a HD gift card to make it slicker. Hope this helps someone, I got mine ordered showing delivery by 5/18.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGI.../205907850
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This sander is a piece of shit. I'm on my 3rd replacement and they all do the exact same thing - pull SUPER hard. You can't sand where you want to sand you have to sand where the sander pulls or it chatters and vibrates beyond usability. Idk what people are doing that they say it's "great" but I have to assume it's the lightest of work ever.
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I already have a couple corded sanders, this thread was for a cordless sander. The position that I should trust a Ridgid tool review from someone who didn't purchase the Ridgid tool is... unique.

If you don't like their tools, cool, there's a color for everyone - but the brand is the first word in the thread title. Cordless sanders just seem like a weird thing to try trolling folks over.
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I have this and I also agree that this is not a good orbital sander.

You can see it doesn't stack up well against other brands in the Project Farm testing:

https://youtu.be/uCVXFhSvyeA
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58484c
05-14-2022 at 08:57 PM.
05-14-2022 at 08:57 PM.
You can make it sweeter to $47.7 via hack
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cinematic6436
05-14-2022 at 09:07 PM.
05-14-2022 at 09:07 PM.
Great sander. I lucked out getting it and the octane trim router for $100 back on Groundhog Day. Both are very useful, solid tools.
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05-14-2022 at 09:48 PM.
05-14-2022 at 09:48 PM.
Quote from 58484c :
You can make it sweeter to $47.7 via hack

Do share
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05-14-2022 at 10:04 PM.
05-14-2022 at 10:04 PM.
Quote from bkiserx7 :
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You can refer to https://slickdeals.net/f/15763828-hack-ridgid-18v-brushless-cordless-2-tool-combo-kit-with-hammer-drill-impact-driver-2-batteries-charger-and-bag-r9208-123?src=SiteSearchV2Algo for more details. Order the combo kit, select this sander as the free tool. By "hack", you just keep the sander and cancel/return the combo kit. The price for the sander will be $47.7 as the screenshot shows
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rollins88
05-14-2022 at 11:16 PM.
05-14-2022 at 11:16 PM.
This sander is a piece of shit. I'm on my 3rd replacement and they all do the exact same thing - pull SUPER hard. You can't sand where you want to sand you have to sand where the sander pulls or it chatters and vibrates beyond usability. Idk what people are doing that they say it's "great" but I have to assume it's the lightest of work ever.
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toolmaker69
05-15-2022 at 02:19 AM.
05-15-2022 at 02:19 AM.
Quote from rollins88 :
This sander is a piece of shit. I'm on my 3rd replacement and they all do the exact same thing - pull SUPER hard. You can't sand where you want to sand you have to sand where the sander pulls or it chatters and vibrates beyond usability. Idk what people are doing that they say it's "great" but I have to assume it's the lightest of work ever.

I couldn't agree more. This thing is so unbalanced and a horrible experience to use. I think the original Porter Cable 330 I have has spoiled me (wish it was cordless!). I love the ridgid line but this and that crappy (handheld) vacuum are the worst tools.
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05-15-2022 at 04:27 AM.

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05-15-2022 at 04:27 AM.
I have this and I also agree that this is not a good orbital sander.

You can see it doesn't stack up well against other brands in the Project Farm testing:

https://youtu.be/uCVXFhSvyeA
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space_mtn
05-15-2022 at 04:44 AM.
05-15-2022 at 04:44 AM.
Cordless sanders always seemed counterintuitive to me. I'm a believer in always trying to connect my sanders to at least a shop vac otherwise you're flinging dust everywhere. In that case buying something corded (usually more powerful AND less expensive because no batteries) makes more sense since you need a power source for the vacuum anyway.

I have the 6in variable speed orbital sander from DTO from the last recon flash sale. It doesn't pull and the variable speed offers great control. Highly recommend!
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FreudChicken
05-15-2022 at 06:26 AM.
05-15-2022 at 06:26 AM.
I have this sander and it's junk. As someone else mentioned, it pulls really hard. It's just not strong enough to maintain the high rpm/vibration while in use. I only use this when I cordless is my only option. Otherwise it's my corded DeWalt every time.
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Ryanw209
05-15-2022 at 07:02 AM.
05-15-2022 at 07:02 AM.
Quote from FreudChicken :
I have this sander and it's junk. As someone else mentioned, it pulls really hard. It's just not strong enough to maintain the high rpm/vibration while in use. I only use this when I cordless is my only option. Otherwise it's my corded DeWalt every time.

Agree 100%. I hate this this thing. I've gone back to my corded dewalt also.
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ChiY
05-15-2022 at 08:04 AM.
05-15-2022 at 08:04 AM.
Need the dewalt deal back!
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05-15-2022 at 08:27 AM.
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Quote from cinematic6436 :
Great sander. I lucked out getting it and the octane trim router for $100 back on Groundhog Day. Both are very useful, solid tools.
So you say it's great while everyone else says it's complete, trash. It's Ridgid, so I'll assume the people saying it's trash are correct.
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joe74
05-15-2022 at 08:34 AM.
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Need the dewalt deal back!
lol, i am waiting for that too! it's been like, what, 3 weeks since the last deal? So, any day now...
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