DEWALT DW443 6-Inch Electronic Variable Speed Right-Angle Random Orbit Sander

by DEWALT

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The DEWALT DW443 right angle orbit sander is easy to use and delivers superior finish with 4.3 amp motor which sands at the speed between 4,300 and 6,800 orbits per minute. Ergonomically designed with counter-balanced dual plane and gear case with rubber overlay for low vibration, the DW443 is comfortable to use for longer periods of time. It features a built in side handle, high capacity dust bag, and 10- percent ball-bearing construction for increased durability and longer life. Use it 6-inch, simple to replace hook and loop paper.

From the Manufacturer

DEWALT DW443 6 Inch Heavy Duty Electronic Variable Speed Right-Angle Random Orbit Sander

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 15.8 x 6.8 x 5.6 inches ; 6.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 14 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00002232H
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: DW443
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #27,697 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #36 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Sanders > Random-Orbit Sanders

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

65 of 74 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not Competitive, January 18, 2000

By 

Ryan Lanham - See all my reviews

This review is from: DEWALT DW443 6-Inch Electronic Variable Speed Right-Angle Random Orbit Sander (Tools & Home Improvement)

You can't see what you are working on well for a detail sander...that's the biggest problem. It goes down from there. High vibration, fairly noisy, and uncomfortable handle. I am surprised that DeWalt released this. It is beneath their standard. It's really just a grinder I think that has been reworked to do random orbit. Not competitive with Bosch or PC.

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars My first random orbit, February 7, 2002

By 

Darrell Hix (Blue Springs, MO United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DEWALT DW443 6-Inch Electronic Variable Speed Right-Angle Random Orbit Sander (Tools & Home Improvement)

After using orbital sanders for years I decided to get the random orbit. I have been a big fan of Dewalt and did not hesitate on purchasing this tool. The dust collection for the most part does not work. The sanding qualities are first class. But six inch paper is hard to find. But I stocked up when I bought the sander. I have had to replace the switch after it quit working. Overall It sands well but fails in the dust collection department. Dewalt could do better.

26 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars The good and the bad., June 28, 2001

By 

Gary Chambers (Denham Springs, Louisiana) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DEWALT DW443 6-Inch Electronic Variable Speed Right-Angle Random Orbit Sander (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have had this tool for several years now and bought it mostly because of the Dewalt name. Unfortunately, it doesn't live up to expectations. First, 6 inch hook and loop pads are becoming harder to find. It seems that 5 inch pads are the current craze, especially adhesive pads. Secondly, this tool is noisy and heavy. It is hard think of it as a finishing sander. The collection bag is a joke and must have been designed by the team of Moe, Larry and Curly. The wire that gives the bag it's shape and stiffness poked a hole in the fabric the second day I used it. Very poor design. Not worthy of the Dewalt name. Its only saving grace is that due to its weight it will take rough stock off quickly.