Porter-Cable 7424XP 6-Inch Variable-Speed Polisher

by Porter-Cable

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Ideal for polishing and sanding automotive and marine projects, the Porter-Cable 7424XP 6-inch polisher features a 4.5 amp motor for high overload protection and random orbit. It comes with a 6-inch polishing pad.

Random orbit, swirl-free sanding/polishing action (view larger).

Nicely compact at just 5-1/2 pounds, the 7424XP offers swirl-free sanding/polishing action with an electronic variable-speed dial that operates at 2,500-6,800 orbits per minute (OPM). The 7424XP accepts 5/16 to 24 spindle thread accessories, and it offers a full ball and roller bearing construction for durability under industrial workloads. It includes a 6-inch proprietary counter balance for use with a 6-inch sanding/polishing pad, and it features a two-position (left or right) removable side handle for greater comfort and control. The polisher measures 11.5 x 10.5 x 6 inches (LxWxH).

Warranty

This Porter-Cable tool is backed by three-year limited warranty covering any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship (from the date of purchase). It's also covered by Porter-Cable's one-year free service contract, where Porter-Cable will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use--for free.

What's in the Box Porter-Cable 7424XP random orbit polisher; polishing pad; side handle; wrench; operating instructions

Ideal for polishing and sanding automotive and marine projects (view larger).

7424XP 6-Inch Random Orbit Polisher At a Glance: Random orbit, swirl-free sanding/polishing action Electronic variable-speed dial 2,500-6,800 OPM Accepts 5/16 to 24 spindle thread accessories Removable two-position handle Includes 6-inch polishing pad Three-year limited warranty; one-year free service

From the Manufacturer

The Porter-Cable 7424XP 6-inch polisher features a 4.5 amp motor for high overload protection and random orbit, swirl-free sanding/polishing action with an electronic variable-speed dial that operates at 2,500-6,800 OPM. Other features include a 6-inch proprietary counter balance and a two-position (left or right) removable side handles for improved control and versatility. The 7424XP features a compact lightweight design and accepts 5/16-24 spindle thread accessories. This sander is made with 100% ball-bearing construction that has proven reliability under industrial use. The Porter-Cable 7424XP 6-inch polisher comes with a polishing pad, wrench, and operating manual.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002654I46
• Item model number: 7424XP
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #718 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #2 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Polishers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I can't believe I detailed without this thing!!!!, July 6, 2010

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A. Beckstedt (Indiana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Porter-Cable 7424XP 6-Inch Variable-Speed Polisher (Tools & Home Improvement)

This what I am going to call an orbital buffer is fantastic. I can't believe I detailed without this thing before. I got this for detail in my body shop for exterior details and am very happy with the performance. Gone are the swirl marks from inexperience using buffers. Normally when setting up an entry detailer I could not trust them with a buffer for some time in fears of swirl marks and burn through on the customers paint but not with this thing. It does vibrate something ferociously when at high speeds but its an orbital and is to be expected.

It will never replace an actual buffer for the purpose of getting rid of serious scratches but light scratches are nothing for this tool. In fact if you listen closely you can hear it laughing at them. LOL Just kidding.

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Very very easy to use
Variable speed
Easy to hold on to
Eliminates swirls

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Kind of loud
Doesnt come with adapter plate
Using it for a long time will numb your arms and hands

I was going to buy a lower priced unit but I am glad I went with the Porter Cable

64 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nice dependable polisher, October 3, 2010

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J. Rehm (New York) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Porter-Cable 7424XP 6-Inch Variable-Speed Polisher (Tools & Home Improvement)

The 7424XP is a nice, well built polisher with enough power for all but the toughest polishing jobs. I have only two complaints. First, the item is described by several vendors as a dual-action/circular polisher. It is not and will not operate as a circular polisher, much to my dismay as circular action is what I was needing when I ordered it. But, it does what it does so well that I decided to keep it. The second complaint is that it doesn't come with a Hook & Loop backing pad and this is why I rated it 3 out of 5 stars. These pads are available at a reasonable cost, but considering how popular Hook & Loop is I would have expected one be included. Since Amazon showed other people also ordered Meguiar pads with this polisher I didn't think I would need to separately order a Hook & Loop backing pad. So, if you order this polisher be prepared to also chase down a Hook & Loop backing pad for it if you expect to use the Meguiar pads.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent machine, July 21, 2010

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J. E. Kang (Anaheim Hills, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Porter-Cable 7424XP 6-Inch Variable-Speed Polisher (Tools & Home Improvement)

This machine is absolutely brilliant. I have used the older 7424 and I thought THAT was great. However, the new machine with its larger switch and more power make a great machine even better.

I used this to bring 4 cars headlights back to optical clarity. You know what I am talking about: the yellow oxidization and weird film that doesn't seem to come off your headlights no matter how many times you scrub and wash. After a good wetsanding, this polisher brought back the clarity and smoothness of the headlights.

I highly recommend this machine for anyone who needs to repair their oxidized paint or headlights. It's actually known for it's swirl and paint correction abilities, so you should definitely invest in this thing.