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Reddit mentions of BOSCH ROS20VSK Palm Sander - 2.5 Amp 5 in. Corded Variable Speed Random Orbital Sander/Polisher Kit with Dust Collector and Hard Carrying Case, Blue
Sentiment score: 3
Reddit mentions: 9
We found 9 Reddit mentions of BOSCH ROS20VSK Palm Sander - 2.5 Amp 5 in. Corded Variable Speed Random Orbital Sander/Polisher Kit with Dust Collector and Hard Carrying Case, Blue. Here are the top ones.
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- SMOOTH FINISH: Pad dampening system designed to eliminate swirl marks on both flat and contoured surfaces
- EASY DISC ATTACHMENT: Through Bosch's signature Hook and Loop disc attachment system, sanding pads stick to the hand sander, acting like a Velcro-adhesion material
- VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL: Powerful 2. 5 AMP motor allows speed to work-piece and task matching with ease.No Load OPM:7,500-12,000
- DUST COLLECTION: Features a micro filter system for fine dust and trapping particles as small as a 1/2-micron in diameter. Durable and compact, the dust canister shows dust level and easily detaches for mess-free tasks
- KIT CONTENTS: Includes sanding pad, sanding disc, dampening ring, dust canister, vacuum adapter and hard carrying case
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Blue |
| Height | 6 Inches |
| Length | 9 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | 5" |
| Weight | 3.5 Pounds |
| Width | 5 Inches |
I've got a a Bosch random orbital sander and I've been really pleased with it. I did a table for my child out of palletwood and it worked as advertised and took mall the weathering off each board in a couple minutes (w/ 40 grit sand paper).
I also have this piece of shit. The worst part is that the belt sand paper keeps wanting to wander off the tool, so you have to keep stopping and push it back on to the sander. Eventually the sand paper just disintegrates into a nasty mess because the inner edge of the paper will touch the tool while it operates. That and it feels like a flimsy piece of crap.
Anyway,
FEELTHESMOOTHNESS
The circular random orbit sanders are good all purpose sanders, if you really get into wood working you'll likely need a few different sanders for different use cases.
The difference between the two Dewalts is variable speed.
I own the Bosch ROS20VSK Which is the variable speed version of the Bosch one you listed, and its been good for me, its fairly quiet and has low felt vibration.
I've also used both of the Dewalt ones you listed and they are on par with the Bosch one I own.
i recently went through this and did a lot of research and comparison. Comes down to either the Dewalt mentioned below or the Bosch ROS20.
http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-ROS20VSK-120-Volt-Variable-Random/dp/B0018Z8D64/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373305781&sr=8-1&keywords=bosch+orbital+sander
i ended up going with the bosch, only because it was on a great sale. Both are tops for sanding finish, but Bosch excels a little in dust collection.
The one I have was ~60 when I got it, but it's 79 right now. Its got variable speed, but that doesn't matter to everyone. I've seen people go for dewalt, makita, bosch, and ridgid random orbit sanders most often.
On the topic of sanding/dust, does he have a shop vac or any form of dust collection? I linked the one I have below that I got from home depot for $99, but there are smaller ones you can get. It's less sexy of a gift but it's something that's important to have.
http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-ROS20VSK-120-Volt-Variable-Random/dp/B0018Z8D64/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1448994791&sr=8-1&keywords=Bosch+ROS20VSK
http://www.amazon.com/Ridgid-WD1450-14-Gallon-6-Horsepower-Vacuum/dp/B001MBADFI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1448994876&sr=8-2&keywords=rigid+shop+vac
I am beginner woodworking and have only used the Bosch ROS20VSK. So my opinion might be a little "naive" per se. As far as ROS goes, it's great on dust collection and generate only moderate humming noises. It's also not too hard on your hands. Here's a link to it on amazon review: http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-ROS20VSK-120-Volt-Variable-Random/dp/B0018Z8D64
I always feel the same way about every time saving tool I buy. My latest "How did I ever get by without this is?" tool is my Bosch Orbital Sander
Fyi the first one is variable speed. You can see the speed dial in the 2nd picture and here’s the Amazon link for the same model.
I have this one and with limited experience I'd say it's a good buy. The variable speed is quite helpful.
For woodworking, the two big power tools you need are a router and a tablesaw. You can duplicate other functions of tools with those two. I would suggest high quality on both.
For a sander, the Festool seems interesting, but I can't imagine spending that much on a sander. Instead, I went with this Bosch which if you take the bag off, has a tube connection that fits a standard shop vac. Much cheaper on all fronts, does the job just as well.
Someone mentioned you wanted to build a deck, and that is one of the few places I think a miter saw is really warranted. In a woodworking shop setting, you could simply use a crosscut sled for the tablesaw, but for more construction style work, a miter saw would be invaluable.
I researched a lot of them based on reviews. I think overall for price and how happy people are with the product, this stood out to me: http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-ROS20VSK-120-Volt-Variable-Random/dp/B0018Z8D64/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1333586647&sr=8-1
It's even back down to a very good price. I bought one, which was my first Bosch tool(I'm brand agnostic), and it really exudes quality. Comes with a case, vacuum adapter, and has variable speeds for $60 shipped. Hard to beat that.