Re: Is the Dual-Action Polisher Safe?
I think you are both trying to make the same point, perhaps.
Mike is likely saying:
If the random orbital's rotational speed steps UP to wickedly fast (like 10 turns per second, or 600 RPM), the damage potential is higher.
Since the pad is smaller, all forces placed upon the paint will generally be higher, too.
To avoid a mishap, occasionally check the temperature of the paint surface . If it is excessively higher than what you would realize using a larger pad, lighten up on the applied pressure, drop the machine speed, or both.
Junkman is likely saying:
Since the pad is mechanically rotated, there is quite a bit more torque on hand to push through things (paint included). So, unless some pretty severe pressure is placed upon the drill or something BIG gets in the way of the pad, there will be no extreme variance in relation to the supplied rotational speed.
Whereas 600-700 RPM is likely the highest rotational speed you might see with a random orbital, several cordless drills can exceed 2,000 RPM. Therefore, if you decide to use a drill as your machine of choice, drop the speed and occasionally check the paint surface for excess heat.
Both of you make useful points. Bottom line:
Either machine can be your best friend... OR your worst nightmare!
Originally posted by Michael Stoops
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Originally posted by Junkman2008
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I think you are both trying to make the same point, perhaps.
Mike is likely saying:
If the random orbital's rotational speed steps UP to wickedly fast (like 10 turns per second, or 600 RPM), the damage potential is higher.
Since the pad is smaller, all forces placed upon the paint will generally be higher, too.
To avoid a mishap, occasionally check the temperature of the paint surface . If it is excessively higher than what you would realize using a larger pad, lighten up on the applied pressure, drop the machine speed, or both.
Junkman is likely saying:
Since the pad is mechanically rotated, there is quite a bit more torque on hand to push through things (paint included). So, unless some pretty severe pressure is placed upon the drill or something BIG gets in the way of the pad, there will be no extreme variance in relation to the supplied rotational speed.
Whereas 600-700 RPM is likely the highest rotational speed you might see with a random orbital, several cordless drills can exceed 2,000 RPM. Therefore, if you decide to use a drill as your machine of choice, drop the speed and occasionally check the paint surface for excess heat.
Both of you make useful points. Bottom line:
Either machine can be your best friend... OR your worst nightmare!
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