Orbital Sanders Near Me (30 items found)

An orbital sander is one of the most efficient and flexible kinds of sanders available. It can just as easily sand a large area at high speeds as it can smooth a small area with detailed accuracy, making it an invaluable part of any home tool kit.

Find out more about why you should add a rotary sander to your arsenal of tools with our handy guide below.

What Are Orbital Sanders Used For? 

Any time you need to smooth down a rough surface, a circular sander will help you get the job done with minimal effort. Orbital sanders are most often used to:

• Prepare a surface for painting, plastering or sealing. 
• Remove old paint or varnish from wood, stone, plastics and metal.
• Refinish a wooden floor, roof beams or other carpentry. 
• Polish metal to restore shine and smoothness.
• Remove rust or corrosion from metalwork. 

Are Orbital and Palm Sanders the Same?

Although they perform many of the same functions, orbital sanders are slightly bigger and circular whereas palm sanders are smaller and rectangular. When you need to sand a larger area quickly, a circular sander is a good bet. And to reach tight corners, a palm sander can complement your orbital sander brilliantly.

Important Rotary Sander Features

A good orbital sander makes short work of demanding jobs, but to get the best results, it's important to buy wisely. Consider the following features when choosing the right model.

• Random Orbit Function: Random orbit sanders improve on the basic orbital type by adding oscillation to the usual circular sanding motion. This provides a more efficient operation and a smoother finish, with little to no scratch marks.
• Sander Size: Used for fine detail work, hand-held orbit sanders are easy to maneuver and great for sanding grained wood thanks to their close control. For bigger projects, choose a larger model with a greater sanding disc surface area. 
• Single vs Variable Speed: High-speed sanders are an efficient way of sanding rough surfaces, while slower speeds are better for delicate finishing work. Although single-speed sanders are more than adequate, you can’t beat the versatility of variable-speed sanders.
• Base Type: Hook and loop bases make it simple to switch out different grades of sandpaper discs for different jobs and allow non-worn discs to be reused without damage.
• Dust Collection: Many newer orbital sanders will include a dust collection system to help keep the air clean and your work area tidy. A simple dust bag attachment is economical, while a vacuum attachment collects dust more thoroughly.
• Corded or Cordless: Corded orbital sanders plug into an electrical outlet to provide reliable and strong power over long periods, while cordless orbit sanders allow more mobility and flexibility.
• Brushed or Brushless: While brushed motors are an economical choice for home use or light commercial work, brushless sander designs can be more reliable and longer-lasting, despite costing more.

Shop Orbital Sanders at Ace Hardware 

From Craftsman and DeWalt to Makita and Milwaukee, Ace carries orbital sanders from leading brands you can rely on. Whether you need a lightweight cordless sander for touching up small areas or a large random orbit sander for smoothing bigger surfaces, our range contains the tools you need and the storage solutions you want to stay organized.

Use our filters to narrow down your rotary sander choices as you shop online or come by your local Ace Hardware store where out friendly and knowledgeable staff can answer your questions on orbital sanders and any other power tools.