Travis Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I have a mouse sander that I use on my portrait style cuttings. It only vibrates just like any ol' palm sander. I like it because its not too aggressive on the real delicate parts of the cuttings. I was wondering if anybody uses a random orbital sander on these kinds of cuttings and if they've had good luck with it? I have a random orbital sander, but have always been leery of using it on delicate work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clayton717 Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I also have a mouse sander and random orbital. Since I bought the orbital sander my mouse has been in its case unused. I have not had any problems with the orbital. although if its turning at full speed you don't want to put it to the wood, it wil leave marks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The MediaBoy Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 I too use a ROS "finishing" sander with pretty good results. Breakout has never been much of an issue -- and I cut some secenes that have upwards of 1,200 cuts. I say "finishing" sander, or pad sander, because I also have a rotating ROS that I wouldn't dare use. One tip if you use a ROS, get yourself a sanding mat like this. Put on a flat surface, they cushion and support the piece while keeping it from moving around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clockman Posted April 5, 2009 Report Share Posted April 5, 2009 I use a RO almost exclusively. With fine paper and slow to medium speed haven't had any breakouts. I also sand on one of those stay put router mats. Clockman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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