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expired Posted by burntorangehorn • Nov 17, 2023
expired Posted by burntorangehorn • Nov 17, 2023

BOSCH 12V Brushless 5 In. Random Orbit Sander (Bare Tool) $69

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Previous all-time low was $89, and it usually bounces between there and $119.

CORDLESS, POWERFUL 12V RANDOM ORBIT SANDER: combines compact palm grip build with power that's engineered for professional applications

5 INCH 8-HOLE SANDING PAD: ideal for both flat and concave/convex surfaces with optimal dust collection

ERGONOMIC PALM-GRIP DESIGN: helps provide maximum control and convenience

MOBILE DUST COLLECTION: allows choice of dust bag or vacuum hose attachment using a vac hose interface

EASY-TO-REACH ON/OFF SWITCH: offers intuitive operation

SOFT-START TECHNOLOGY: reduces startup torque to ease into the workpiece

INCLUDES: 12V sander, (1) medium backing pad, (1) sanding disc, (1) dust bag (battery sold separately)

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Previous all-time low was $89, and it usually bounces between there and $119.

CORDLESS, POWERFUL 12V RANDOM ORBIT SANDER: combines compact palm grip build with power that's engineered for professional applications

5 INCH 8-HOLE SANDING PAD: ideal for both flat and concave/convex surfaces with optimal dust collection

ERGONOMIC PALM-GRIP DESIGN: helps provide maximum control and convenience

MOBILE DUST COLLECTION: allows choice of dust bag or vacuum hose attachment using a vac hose interface

EASY-TO-REACH ON/OFF SWITCH: offers intuitive operation

SOFT-START TECHNOLOGY: reduces startup torque to ease into the workpiece

INCLUDES: 12V sander, (1) medium backing pad, (1) sanding disc, (1) dust bag (battery sold separately)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0...prod_image

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Model: Bosch 12-Volt Brushless Cordless Variable Speed Random Orbital Sander with Dust Management | GEX12V-5N

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Nov 17, 2023
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mangust
Nov 17, 2023
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BOSCH GEX12V-5N 12V Max Brushless 5 In. Random Orbit Sander (Bare Tool).

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09FYMG5MR
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IncompletePerfect
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I'll say the same thing I said on the other post for this sander....

I lice bosch 12v tools, and sanders, but this is the worst tool Bosch has ever made... and they acknowledged it. Lol.
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burntorangehorn
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Quote from IncompletePerfect :
I give bosch 12v tools very high praise!

However, this is a horrible sander. Probably the worst power tool Bosch has ever made. I even got them to respond to a funny burn I made about it on Instagram with laughing emoji's.
What's horrible about it?
Nov 18, 2023
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GingerGirl06
Nov 18, 2023
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I too would like to know what's so bad about it?
Nov 18, 2023
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FaithfulCorn509
Nov 18, 2023
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I have the 18v version of this and I love it. Very good runtime with 4ah battery, and with two I can pretty much keep swapping and go forever. That said, I can't imagine this one running long with my 2ah 12v batteries.
Nov 18, 2023
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blocky
Nov 18, 2023
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I have this sander and love it. For this price, if you already have the 12v batteries, it's great.

I also have the 18v sander and don't find them to be tremendously different in capability. If you are letting the sanders and grits do the work, and not bearing down on the tool, they both perform very well. If you bear down on the sander, which is not great form, then the tool automatically adjusts to the increased resistance by dumping more electrons, and you can burn through the batteries FAST. The 18v does have better run time, but even then, it still isn't ideal for large sanding projects.

Here's the thing: I also have 3 corded Festool RO sanders and a Festool vac. Sometimes while working, and not at a major sanding stage, I just need to kiss something with a sander for 2 seconds or 15 seconds and then continue other aspects of finish work or assembly. Pulling out the corded sander, extractor, plugging in everything is a terrible disruption to workflow. I keep the Bosch 12v next to my primary Festool and grab them about equally. I never hook this baby 12v up to dust collection. The internal air movement and collection bag are surprisingly good for quick spot sanding, and the smoothness with which it runs is superb, on par with my Festool sanders with very very little vibration back into my hand.
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