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forum thread Posted by PEMP • Oct 19, 2024

M12 FUEL 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Orbital Detail Sander with XC4.0 battery - $149.00

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I haven't seen this deal posted. The Milwaukee M12 detail sander is being offered at Home Depot with a XC4.0 battery for $149.00 with free shipping or store pickup.

It is available in two buying formats:

Package deal - select Attachment Options: w/ Additional (1) 4 Ah Battery(s)
- $149.00 for both items

With the battery as a free gift. In this case the items are prorated as:
- Detail sander (2531-20) - $93.28
- XC4.0 battery (48-11-2440) - $55.72

The sander is useful for getting into corners and on small workpieces. It's not a substitute for a random orbital sander for larger flat surfaces. The detail sander has the advantage over the sanding attachment on an oscillating multitool that it is orbital and so doesn't leave the scratch pattern that you get with the oscillating tool.

This deal matches the lowest price I have seen for this sander.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwa.../320268509

Package deal - select Attachment Options: w/ Additional (1) 4 Ah Battery(s)
- $149.00 for both items

With the battery as a free gift. In this case the items are prorated as:
- Detail sander (2531-20) - $93.28
- XC4.0 battery (48-11-2440) - $55.72

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buy.right

Oct 19, 2024

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I have the M12 Fuel 2526 Oscillating Tool and, with the sanding triangle on it, it seems to do what this orbital sander would do. Does this orbital sander add anything, capability-wise?

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Quote from buy.right

I have the M12 Fuel 2526 Oscillating Tool and, with the sanding triangle on it, it seems to do what this orbital sander would do. Does this orbital sander add anything, capability-wise?

The detail sander is smaller and lighter making it a little more agile, but the main advantage is the reduction in swirl marks. Here are a couple of YouTube reviews comparing head to head:

Tremodels

Oct 21, 2024

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Quote from buy.right

I have the M12 Fuel 2526 Oscillating Tool and, with the sanding triangle on it, it seems to do what this orbital sander would do. Does this orbital sander add anything, capability-wise?

I have both, this thing is light years better at sanding.

OliveClub137

Oct 21, 2024

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OliveClub137

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Quote from buy.right

I have the M12 Fuel 2526 Oscillating Tool and, with the sanding triangle on it, it seems to do what this orbital sander would do. Does this orbital sander add anything, capability-wise?

the key difference is in the motion between an oscillating tool and the orbital sander. Oscillating is just a back and forth motion at a consistent speed, which can (will) leave surface imperfections visible regardless of the grit you're using. While the orbital is more of a circular motion for paint/finish prep that eliminates those visible surface scratches/imperfections.

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Product Description:	Designed for the professional carpenter, remodeler, or general contractor; the MILWAUKEE M12 FUEL Orbital Detail Sander is optimized for precision and designed to complement larger sanders on the jobsite. The M12 FUEL Orbital Detail Sander delivers faster detail sanding, stain grade finish, and more access in corners and contours. MILWAUKEE POWERSTATE Brushless Motor and MILWAUKEE REDLINK PLUS intelligence provides the power to remove material up to 2X Faster than traditional hand sanding solutions on the market. The detail sander features an orbital sanding motion with a 1.5mm orbit diameter to deliver a clean, consistent stain-grade surface finish. The unique pad shape provides sharp, straight edges for greater accuracy and access into confined corners. The lightweight and ergonomic design at 1.3lbs provides unmatched maneuverability. The innovative counterweight mechanism minimizes vibration to reduce user fatigue. This detailing sander features a variable speed trigger with a lock-on button and four speed settings from 14K - 4K for increased control across a wide variety of materials. The optional sponge pad allows the abrasive to contour to the work surface when working with complex trim profiles, while the pad saver protects against excessive heat buildup to extend the life of the backing pad. The battery-powered detail sander features an integrated LED light, battery fuel gauge, and carries Milwaukee Tool's industry-leading 5-year limited power tool warranty.
Product SKU:	320268509_320268509
UPC:	45242635818

M12 FUEL 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Orbital Detail Sander with XC4.0 battery - $149.00

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$229

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