Built for fast surface preparation, sanding, and pre-polishing work, the Chicago Pneumatic CP5510-50H pneumatic random orbital sander delivers a 10,000 RPM free speed with a 0.5 hp / 375 W motor for consistent abrasive motion across repair panels, primed surfaces, fabricated parts, and finishing areas. Its 5" / 127 mm hook & loop circular pad gives technicians a versatile sanding footprint for common autobody, maintenance, and workshop applications while allowing quick abrasive disc changes between grit steps.
The 3/8" / 10 mm orbit creates a more aggressive random orbital pattern than fine-finish orbit sizes, helping remove coatings, primer, filler, and surface imperfections efficiently before final finishing. This non-vacuum CP55 Series model is suited to shops that already use booth ventilation, separate dust extraction, or manual cleanup procedures. The handle-equipped body gives added reach and control during longer sanding passes on panels, edges, and larger work areas.
Type: Pneumatic Random Orbital Sander | Model: CP5510-50H | SKU: 6151700790 | Free Speed: 10,000 RPM | Power: 0.5 hp / 375 W | Pad Size: 5" / 127 mm | Pad Type: Circular Hook & Loop | Orbit Diameter: 3/8" / 10 mm | Vacuum Type: Non-vacuum | Spindle Thread: 5/8-24 UNF | Air Consumption @ Free Speed: 23 CFM / 10 l/s | Air Consumption @ Load: 23 CFM / 11 l/s | Air Inlet: 1/4" | Min. Hose Size: 3/8" / 10 mm | Rated Working Pressure: 90 PSI / 6.3 bar | Weight: 2.87 lb / 1.3 kg | Vibration: 11.1 m/s² | Sound Pressure: 82 dB(A) | Sound Power: 83 dB(A) | Starting System: Safety lever
Features:
- 0.5 hp / 375 W pneumatic motor supports sanding, finishing, and pre-polishing work on prepared surfaces.
- 10,000 RPM free speed keeps the abrasive moving quickly for coating prep, surface refinement, and material removal.
- 5" / 127 mm circular hook & loop pad allows fast abrasive disc changes during staged sanding and finishing work.
- 3/8" / 10 mm orbit provides an aggressive sanding pattern for faster preparation compared with smaller-orbit finishing tools.
- Non-vacuum configuration keeps the setup straightforward for work areas using separate dust control or booth extraction.
- Handle-equipped body gives added reach and control when sanding panels, edges, and extended work areas.
- Integrated motor silencer helps reduce operating noise in body shop, repair, and production environments.
- Safety lever starting system helps reduce accidental activation while positioning the tool or changing abrasive discs.
Applications:
- Autobody repair and refinishing: Sanding repair panels, primer, filler, and blend areas before paint or clearcoat work.
- Paint and coating preparation: Removing surface imperfections and preparing painted, primed, or coated surfaces for the next finishing step.
- Metal fabrication: Blending surface marks, smoothing fabricated parts, and preparing components before coating or finishing.
- Industrial maintenance and MRO: Cleaning up panels, guards, covers, housings, and repair areas during equipment refurbishment.
- Workshop and garage use: General sanding on compatible materials when paired with hook & loop abrasive discs and a compressor sized for the tools airflow demand.
FAQs:
- Q: What abrasive discs fit the CP5510-50H?
A: This model uses 5" / 127 mm circular hook & loop abrasive discs. PSA adhesive-backed discs are not the correct attachment style for the supplied hook & loop pad. - Q: What does the 3/8" orbit do?
A: Orbit diameter is the size of the pads random sanding motion. A 3/8" / 10 mm orbit removes material faster than smaller fine-finish orbits, making it useful for primer sanding, coating removal, and surface preparation. - Q: What does non-vacuum mean on this sander?
A: Non-vacuum means the tool does not include self-vacuum or central-vacuum dust extraction. Use separate dust collection, booth ventilation, or cleanup procedures appropriate for the material being sanded. - Q: Is the CP5510-50H a good choice for paint preparation?
A: Yes, it is well suited for paint prep, primer sanding, filler smoothing, and pre-polishing work when used with the correct abrasive grit. The 5" pad balances coverage and control for common panel work. - Q: What air supply does this random orbital sander need?
A: The CP5510-50H is rated for 90 PSI / 6.3 bar and uses 23 CFM / 11 l/s at load. Use a 3/8" / 10 mm air hose and confirm the compressor can maintain airflow during continuous sanding.
| MODEL | PART NUMBER | FREE SPEED | POWER | PAD CAPACITY | PAD TYPE | VAC | SPINDLE THREAD | AIR CONS. AT FREE SPEED |
AIR CONS. @LOAD |
NET WEIGHT | VIBRATION LEVELISO 28927 (M/S2) | SOUND PRESS. | SOUND POWER | AIR INLET | |||||
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| rpm | hp | W | in. | mm | in. | cfm | l/s | cfm | l/s | lb | kg | a | ISO 15744 - dB(A) | in. | |||||
| CP5510-44H | 6151700770 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 4.4 | 110 | Circular | Non vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.65 | 1.2 | <2.5 | 80 | 91 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-50H | 6151700790 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 5 | 127 | Circular | Non vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 11.1 | 82 | 83 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-50HCV | 6151700910 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 5 | 127 | Circular | Central vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 8.7 | 79 | 90 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-50HSV | 6151700850 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 5 | 127 | Circular | Self vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 8.7 | 83 | 94 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-60 | 6151700810 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Non vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 10.8 | 80 | 91 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-60CV | 6151700930 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Central vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 10.8 | 82 | 93 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-60H | 6151700780 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Non vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 3.09 | 1.4 | 10.8 | 83 | 94 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-60HCV | 6151700900 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Central vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 3.09 | 1.4 | 10.6 | 81 | 92 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-60HSV | 6151700840 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Self vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 3.09 | 1.4 | 10.6 | 84 | 95 | 1/4 |
| CP5510-60SV | 6151700870 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Self vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 10.6 | 82 | 93 | 1/4 |
| CP5518-60H | 6151702800 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Non vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 80 | 91 | 1/4 |
| CP5518-60HCV | 6151702810 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Central vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 82 | 93 | 1/4 |
| CP5518-60HSV | 6151702820 | 10,000 | 0.5 | 375 | 6 | 150 | Circular | Self vacuum | 5/8-24 UNF | 23 | 10 | 23 | 11 | 2.87 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 85 | 96 | 1/4 |
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- Type
- Random Orbital Sander
- RPM
- 10000
- Power (hp)
- 0.5
- Pad Size (in.)
- 5
- Pad Type
- Circular
- Vacuum Type
- Nonvacuum
- Spindle Thread (in.)
- 5/8-24 UNF
- Air Consumption (CFM)
- 23
- Air Consumption (l/s)
- 11
- Sound Power (dBA)
- 82
- Sound Pressure (dBA)
- 83
- Air Inlet
- 1/4"
