3M Automotive | 29952 | Festool Compressed Air Eccentric Sander LEX 3

Specifications

• Manufacturer: 3M Automotive
• Model Number: {manufacturers_part_number}
• Weight: 3.79 lbs
• Dimensions: 0 x 0 x 0 inches

Key Features

• Pneumatic Operation: Utilizes compressed air for consistent power delivery, making it ideal for continuous professional use.
• Eccentric Motion: Provides a random orbital sanding pattern that ensures a high-quality, swirl-free finish on various surfaces.
• Low Air Consumption: Engineered for efficiency, consuming up to 30% less compressed air compared to other tools in its class, leading to operational cost savings.
• Ergonomic Design: Features a lightweight and balanced construction, contributing to reduced user fatigue during extended periods of work.
• Integrated Dust Extraction: Equipped with a Multi-Jetstream 2 sanding pad, facilitating efficient dust removal and maintaining a cleaner work environment. Compatible with the IAS 2/IAS 3 hose system for combined air supply and dust extraction.
• Vibration and Noise Reduction: Designed with low vibration and noise levels to enhance user comfort and safety.
• Durable Construction: Built with a robust, low-maintenance motor and sturdy components for an extended service life and minimal servicing requirements.
• Sanding Pad Brake: Reduces errors by quickly stopping the sanding pad upon liftoff, preventing marring of the workpiece.

Applications

The Festool Compressed Air Eccentric Sander LEX 3 is a versatile tool suitable for various professional sanding tasks:

• Surface Preparation: Ideal for coarse, intermediate, and fine sanding of flat surfaces, wood, paint, and clear coats.
• Automotive Finishing: Excellent for preparing surfaces for painting, sanding repair compounds and fillers, performing spot repairs, and blending small areas. It effectively removes paintwork blemishes and drips during polishing preparation.
• Furniture and Cabinetry: Used for fine and finish sanding in kitchen and furniture assembly.
• Detail Work: Effective for sanding hard-to-access areas, small surfaces, seams, beading, and edges.

Benefits

• Superior Finish Quality: The eccentric sanding motion minimizes swirl marks, resulting in exceptionally smooth and uniform finishes.
• Enhanced Productivity: High material removal capabilities, especially with specific sanding strokes, allow for faster work progress and increased efficiency.
• Cost Efficiency: Low compressed air consumption and a durable design contribute to significant operational and maintenance cost savings over the tool's lifespan.
• Improved User Experience: The lightweight, ergonomic design, combined with reduced vibration and noise, lessens operator fatigue and provides a more comfortable working experience.
• Health and Safety: Efficient dust extraction, along with low vibration and noise, helps protect user health by maintaining a cleaner and safer work environment.
• Minimized Rework: The sanding pad brake and precise control help prevent sanding errors, reducing the need for costly rework.