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Bosch 1250DEVS 6.5 Amp 6-Inch Random Orbit Sander with Vacuum Port

Bosch 1250DEVS 6.5 Amp 6-Inch Random Orbit Sander with Vacuum Port

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Brand: Bosch
Category: Home Improvement

List Price: $493.00
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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 20 reviews
Sales Rank: 4935

Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7.3
Dimensions (in): 14 x 8.5 x 6.4

MPN: 1250DEVS
Model: 1250DEVS
UPC: 000346336214
EAN: 0000346336214
ASIN: B0001408SO

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Features:
  • Turbo Mode for aggressive, fast stock removal, random orbit mode for fine swirl-free sanding
  • Variable speed to match speed to any work piece, vacuum port for dust free sanding
  • 6.5 amp motor for heavy sanding and extended tool life
  • Soft Start for reduced start-up torque
  • Constant response circuitry maintains pad speed under heavy loads and protects against overload

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About Bosch Random Orbit Sanders
In Bosch's random orbit sander family, you'll find an assortment of powerful, versatile sanders and polishers that are designed for low vibration and minimal noise. These models feature counterbalance mechanisms that serve as the basis for the dual bearing pad mount system, which can be operated with one finger on a soft grip.

About the Bosch 1250DEVS Random Orbit Sander
The 1250DEVS multiple-purpose sander from Bosch has two sanding modes: random orbit mode for normal stock removal or fine finishing, and an aggressive "Turbo" drive eccentric orbit mode that operates at five times the regular rate, in order to remove rougher stock. Its simple sanding mode selector switch quickly changes back and forth between the two modes, as your projects require it -- and the powerful 6.5 amp variable speed motor (3,100 to 6,650 opm) matches the tool's speed to the task, for a smooth result on all surfaces.

This model is crammed with great convenience and power features, including a soft start function that tones down the start-up torque and a variable speed dial that makes it extra easy to match your working speed to the project. It also has Constant Response circuitry that maintains the pad speed under heavy loads while simultaneously protecting against overloads, and an integral pad dampening system to help prevent swirl marks -- plus a passive dust collection system (vacuum and hoses required, available by Bosch). The 1250DEVS uses 6-hole, 6-inch hook-and-loop discs. This kit includes a dust tube, soft backing pad, a left or right-hand auxiliary handle, one sanding disc, and a pad wrench (5mm) that stores on-board.

Applications
The 1250DEVS removes stock and finishing material quickly, without scratching -- making it perfect for most sanding jobs, from wood floors to furniture finishing. Bosch makes an assortment of 6-inch hook-and-loop discs and pads to fit this model, including discs for wood, paint, and special applications.

Key Technical Specs

  • 6.5 amp motor
  • No-load speed: 270-600 rpm
  • No-load orbit speed: 3,100 - 6,6500 opm
  • 6-inch disc size

Warranty
This Bosch random orbit sander is covered by a 1-year unconditional Bosch warranty

What's in the box:
Bosch random orbit sander, dust tube, soft backing pad, auxiliary handle, sanding disc, pad wrench.



Product Description
Multiple-purpose sander w/ two sanding modes: Random Orbit mode for normal stock removal or fine finishing & Turbo driven eccentric orbit mode for aggressive stock removal. * Simple sanding mode selector switch - Quickly change between random orbit mode & Turbo mode. - Features: Mode selector switch Quickly change between random orbit mode & Turbo mode * Random orbit mode-eccentric orbit plus rotation For normal stock removal or fine finishing * Turbo driven eccentric orbit mode For aggressive, fast stock removal.5x random orbit sander removal rate! * Powerful 6.5 amp motor w/ variable speed (3,100-6,650 OPM) To match speed to work piece & task ensures fast smooth results on all surfaces * Soft Start Reduces start-up torque * Constant Response circuitry Maintains pad speed under heavy loads & protects against overloads * Integral pad dampening system Helps prevent swirl marks for consistent fine finish * Passive dust collection system Vacuum cleaner & hoses required - accepts Bosch VAC001, VAC009 & VAC010 hoses or VAC002 hose adapter * Variable-speed dial Allows match of speed to workpiece & task * Uses 6-Hole 6 hook & loop discs Compatible w/ industry-standard discs - Includes: Dust Tube #2601328072 * Soft Backing Pad #RS6045 * Ambidextrous Auxiliary Handle #2602025067 * Sanding Disc #Included * Pad Wrench, 5mm (stored on tool) #1907950006 - Specifications: Model Number: 1250DEVS, Amperage: 6.5, Disc Size: 6 (150mm), Eccentric Offset: 3/32 (2.5mm), Height: 6, Length: 12, Weight (Lbs.): 5.3, Engineering Number: 0601250739, Rating: 120v., No Load OPM: 3,100-6,650, Width: 6, Category: Random Orbit Sanders, * Note: Replaces 1370DVS, Country Origin: Switzerland.


Customer Reviews:   Read 15 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Festool Who?   September 10, 2008
Gregory Narozniak (Hillsborough, New Jersey United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I needed a sander for resurfacing my deck and while a belt sander would have been ideal it was not a tool that would get much use outside of that task. This sander worked so well that I do not feel I "sacrificed" anything. The "Turbo" mode removed material so fast it was amazing. no vibration what so ever. Once I was done with that job I wanted to test it on so furniture and it worked perfect. my 5" RAS will now sit on the shelf. You cannot go worng with this sander for any and all your sanding needs.


3 out of 5 stars mixed feelings   July 27, 2008
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I have to disagree with the glowing reviews of the sander. My previous sander was a Dewalt and I decided to replace it as I was getting a large number of swirl marks from it with the very hard woods that I like to work with (Wenge, Bloodwood, Purpleheart and so on).

I bought this sander on the strengths of the reviews as a replacement, and overall it has not performed as well as the Dewalt. Part of that seems to be design and part that it is just not the right tool for the application.

Strengths:

1. This is a very powerful sander. The motor does not break a sweat on anything.

2. The "fast removal" mode lives up to its name... it's very rapid.

3. Seems to work adequately as a polisher, though attempts to use it like this have always resulted in swirls in the finish. That could be user error though.

Weaknesses:

1. Intense vibration. You need to have some good vibration absorbing gloves on when using this sander, and long term this kind of vibration is no good for your hands. I worked on the assembly line doing spot welding and I know long term what vibration does to your hands. It's terrible.

2. The same strong motor that doesn't flinch at anything can cause the sander to dance over the surface if the sandpaper grabs instead of gliding. The "fast removal" mode can throw the sander out of balance so that it wobbles and jumps all over the place. Small workpieces need to be clamped in place or else the sander can spin them on the bench. Surfaces that are not perfectly flat cause imbalanced friction on the disk and that can cause some of the jumping around. You need two hands on this, and a firm but light touch at all times. This is in contrast with a smaller, lighter sander that will glide.

3. Regular sanding mode doesn't feel like, in spite of the power of the sander, to remove material any quicker than a smaller, less powerful unit. In combination with the two handed use and the constant threat of the sander jumping, it seems to be a net negative as a tool.

4. "Swirl Free Finish" once again does not live up to its promise. Everyone promises this but few deliver. I think this is really highly dependent on the kind of material you're working with.

So overall for myself, I think a lighter less powerful unit would have been the better choice.



5 out of 5 stars Great tool   February 8, 2008
J. P. Sixbey (Little Rock, Arkansas USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I have used many tools in my 30 years of carpentry and the Bosch 1250 sander is one of the best hand tools I have ever used. Great ergonomics, low vibration, super non orbit mode, etc. etc. If your in the market for a dustless random orbit sander, I would highly recommend this one. I also have a Fein 8 inch Random Orbit sander and the Bosch is a much more comfortable tool to use. I use the Bosch over the Fein 9 times out of ten.


5 out of 5 stars Awesome product   December 18, 2007
G. Brett (Newport, RI, United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

Having read an assortment of reviews about an assortment of DA sanders, I went with the Bosch 120DEVS. The project is sanding the hull of an 80' steel sailboat. This machine is unbelievable - it allows me to remove 2 thick layers of badly orange peeled paint with speed and precision on the stock removal setting. It is at least 1/3 faster than the 6" Rigid and Porter Cable machines that I was using. Until you get the hang of where to lean on it to "steer", it can be a handful. Fortunately, it has a very predictable motion and you can lean a little bit at different points as you sand to steer. You can also slow the motor down if it's to aggressive.

It is just about completely dustless on flat surfaces with the vacuum connected. Noting comments that the vacuum attachment doesn't fit (very unBosch!) I opted to use hose gotten at the hardware store. The motor is very smooth and reasonably quiet, you can lean into it without bogging the motor down. I have not used the fine setting extensively yet, but some test pieces lead me to believe that it will do fine work as well as it removes stock. The stock pad is very high quality and the motor is sealed from dust. I expect to get many years of sanding from this machine. It almost makes sanding fun.



5 out of 5 stars Quality Tool   November 29, 2007
Richard Barwick (Batavia, Ohio United States)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful

I make solid surface counter tops. I have used the fein and the festool sander. The festool sander has become a cheap plastic piece of junk. I am sure some of my friends that have spent twice as much will argue with my statement, but, just drop your festool plastic toy on the ground and tell me how happy you are with your purchase lately. I have two Bosch 1250DEVS sanders and plan on buying a third. I have no complaints about this tool and when I did have a minor issue the Bosch representative on the phone solved my problem. I am a happy customer.

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