Hitachi SP18VA 7-Inch Sander/Polisher
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Manufacturer: HitachiModel: SP18VA
Product features:
- 7" Pads
- Sander/Polisher
- 11 Amp
- EVS 0-3400 rpm
- Hitachi exclusive 5 year warranty
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Description of Hitachi SP18VA 7-Inch Sander/Polisher
This 7-inch Sander Polisher features a powerful 11 amp motor, heat resistant bearing chamber and iron ball bearings, it's equiped with three electronic control devices - constant speed control, soft start, and two way variable speed controls located on both the trigger and dial, efficent loop - handle design, lightweight - only 6.2 pounds, and variable speed control from 0 to 3,400 rpm.Tools and Hardware Reviews of Hitachi SP18VA 7-Inch Sander/Polisher
Customer Review: An excellent rotary polisher
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought the Hitachi polisher because I wanted a machine that was lighter weight than the DeWalt DW849 I typically use. I also have a Porter Cable 7428 and have used the Makita 9227C. Normally the DeWalt is my "go to" polisher.
The Hitachi has the great feel and performance of the heavy duty DeWalt and adds the convenience of a bailing handle from the Porter Cable and the Makita 9227C. The light weight of the Hitachi makes life easier when polishing for hours at a time. The motor has a soft-start feature to minimize polish slinging but gets to its set speed quickly. The SP18VA works like the DeWalt in that it has a variable torque control ability which helps eliminate buffer "hop". A spindle lock, trigger lock and an 8 foot power cord round out the main features.
The closest machine on the market to the Hitachi is the Makita 9227C. Both look and feel alike with the Makita getting the nod for its smoother, more linear operation. By comparison the DeWalt works and feels like a tank and the Porter Cable is outclassed.
The only reservation I have with the Hitachi is its durability, which cost it one star with me. The DeWalt DW849 is legendary for its toughness and longevity and the Makita for its refined operation. Only time will tell if the Hitachi is comparable but as the new kid on the (detailing) block, it looks like a winner.
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