What is a FLEX 3401?

What is a FLEX 3401?

The FLEX XC 3401 Orbital Polisher is a dual action polisher on steroids! The FLEX XC3401 VRG buffer effectively removes swirls, scratches, and oxidation that can’t be removed using other D.A. polishers. The orbital rotation of the FLEX XC 3401 Polisher simulates the circular movement of the human hand while polishing.

What size pads for Flex 3401?

As long as none of the backing plate sticks out further than the outer edge of the pad, any size pad will work fine with the 3401. Generally the larger the pad, the more the machine will try to walk on you so 5.5″ is actually the perfect pad for this machine with the 4 3/8″ backing plate.

How to use the FLEX XC3401 Vrg dual action Orbital Polisher?

How to Use it

  1. Shake well and apply 4-5 drops of V36 to Orange Pad.
  2. Prime pad with Pad Conditioner.
  3. Dab product out evenly across 2′ x 2′ section.
  4. Turn on machine on surface to speed setting 1 to spread product.
  5. Increase speed to 5-6 and using moderate pressure.
  6. Work area in 2-3 passes until product becomes clear.

What is the best random orbital polisher?

  • BEST OVERALL: Makita 7″ Polisher.
  • RUNNER UP: Torq Chemical Guys Random Polisher Kit.
  • BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: WEN 6010 6-Inch Waxer/Polisher.
  • UPGRADE PICK: DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless Polisher.
  • BEST CORDLESS: Milwaukee 2738-20 M18 18-Volt Cordless Polisher.
  • BEST FOR BIG JOBS: WEN 10PMR 10-Inch Waxer/Polisher.

What is a forced rotation polisher?

“Forced rotation” means that the buffing head oscillates at the same time it’s rotating. DA polishers do the same thing but the FLEX 3401 uses a direct drive mechanical action to force the pad to both rotate and oscillate with no allowance for slippage.

What is the best car polisher on the market?

Best Car Buffer

  • Best Variable Speed Car Buffer: Dewalt Buffer/Polisher, Variable Speed, Soft Start, 7-Inch/9-Inch Buffer.
  • Best Compact Car Buffer: Flex POLISHFLEX Compact Variable Speed Rotary Car Polisher.
  • Best DIY Car Buffer for Beginners: PORTER-CABLE Variable Speed, 6-Inch Polisher.

Is there a difference between a buffer and a polisher?

Difference Between Buffer and Polisher: What Works? Polishing involves the use of products containing abrasives to even out imperfections. The abrasive process restores the paint and brings out the luster. Buffering, on the other hand, also modifies and improves car paint or the clear coat.

Are Harbor Freight polishers any good?

This polisher has decent build quality. There is some noticeable casting flash on the plastic housing, but nothing major. The switch and speed dial seem to be good quality. There is some vibration and noise when using the polisher, but nothing too bad.

What is the difference between a buffer and polisher?

What type of polisher is best?

BEST OVERALL: Makita 7″ Polisher.

  • RUNNER UP: Torq Chemical Guys Random Polisher Kit.
  • BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: WEN 6010 6-Inch Waxer/Polisher.
  • UPGRADE PICK: DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless Polisher.
  • BEST CORDLESS: Milwaukee 2738-20 M18 18-Volt Cordless Polisher.
  • BEST FOR BIG JOBS: WEN 10PMR 10-Inch Waxer/Polisher.
  • Is the Flex XC 3401 A dual action polisher?

    On the FLEX polisher, the stroke length is 8 mm, a huge distance in terms of orbital polishers! The FLEX Dual-Action Polisher has a true dual action motion. The pad moves in a forced rotation that keeps moving even when you put some pressure on the machine. This forced circular motion REDUCES VIBRATION. No more jiggling!

    How big is the Flex XC 3401 VRG HD backing plate?

    The FLEX XC 3401 VRG HD dual action polisher comes with a 5.5 Inch Hook & Loop Backing Plate. This plate is compatible with all Lake Country 6.5 Inch Foam Pads. The FLEX FLEX XC 3401 VRG HD Orbital Polisher is an outstanding professional grade dual action polisher.

    What does BlazeDS do for Adobe Flex applications?

    BlazeDS enables Adobe Flex and Adobe AIR applications developers to easily connect to back-end distributed data and push data in real-time.

    Is the Flex xc3401 VRG an orbital polisher?

    Thanks to the direct orbital drive, very little heat develops on the surface, which is ideally suited to temperature-sensitive finishes (i.e., “soft” clear coats). The FLEX XC3401 VRG Orbital Polisher makes it almost impossible to burn the paint!