Makita BO5041 Review

The Makita BO5041 Random Orbit Sander is a powerful, well designed and easy to use tool which produces a smooth finish. It offers a variable speed controller which lets you choose speeds between 4000 and 12000 orbits per minute, and has a pad control system which controls the speed of the pad during start up. We like the sander's lock-on button which allows for convenient continuous use.

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The Makita BO5041 Random Orbit Sander is well designed. It has a front handle which enhances your comfort and control, letting you sand precisely in corners and tight spaces. Two dust collection methods are available. Dust can either be collected in the tool's dust bag, or it can be connected up to a vacuum cleaner (with the in-built adaptor) for direct dust extraction.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of power, hand and garden tools. Their range includes drills, impact drivers, nailers, staplers, angle grinders, heat guns, dust extractors, planers, sanders, multi-tools, circular saws, jigsaws, and much more. Makita have a reputation for high quality and well designed products.

Specification

The features are as follows:

• Performance - The Makita BO5041 Random Orbit Sander is a powerful tool which creates a smooth finish. It takes pads with a size of 123mm, and comes with an abrasive disc which has a size of 125mm. Hook and loop style sandpaper (125mm / 8 hole) is ideal for installing quickly. Note that sandpaper is sold separately.
• Power - The sander is an electric tool which has a 300W motor that produces a constant speed under load.
• Speed Control - The sander has a variable speed controller which can be set between 4000 and 12000 orbits per minute. A pad control system controls the pad's speed during start up.
• Trigger Switch - The large two finger trigger type switch has a lock-on button so that you can sand continuously.
• Front Handle - The Makita BO5041 Random Orbit Sander has an adjustable front handle which allows for comfortable and precise sanding in corners and confined spaces.
• Dust Collection - Dust can either be collected in the included dust bag or it can be connected to a vacuum cleaner with the in-built vacuum port adaptor.
• Safety - The sander is double insulated for safety.
• Accessories - A dust bag and an abrasive disc are included with the tool.

Summary

In summary, the Makita BO5041 Random Orbit Sander is a powerful tool which achieves a smooth finish thanks to its powerful 300W motor which delivers a high orbital speed. We particularly like the tool's variable speed controller, as well as its ability to sand in corners and tight spaces. We also like its lock-on button for continuous use, its in-built vacuum adaptor, and its comfortable front handle. We rate the Makita BO5041 Random Orbit Sander 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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