Chicago Pneumatic Random Orbital Sander | CP5518-60H | 10000 RPM | 6" Hook & Loop Pad | 3/4" Orbit

Built for fast circular-pad sanding, surface preparation, and pre-polishing work, the Chicago Pneumatic CP5518-60H pneumatic random orbital sander combines a 10,000 RPM free speed with a 0.5 hp / 375 W motor to keep abrasive motion consistent across larger panels, coatings, fabricated parts, and repair surfaces. Its 6" / 150 mm hook & loop circular pad gives technicians broad abrasive contact while allowing quick disc changes during multi-step sanding and finishing work.

This non-vacuum CP55 Series model is suited to shops that already use booth ventilation, separate dust extraction, or manual cleanup procedures instead of tool-integrated vacuum collection. Manufacturer data for SKU 6151702800 lists a 9/16" / 14 mm orbit, giving the pad a more aggressive random orbital motion for faster surface preparation, pre-polishing, coating removal, and material leveling than smaller-orbit finishing sanders.

Type: Pneumatic Random Orbital Sander / Polisher | Model: CP5518-60H | SKU: 6151702800 | Free Speed: 10,000 RPM | Power: 0.5 hp / 375 W | Pad Size: 6" / 150 mm | Pad Type: Circular Hook & Loop | Orbit Diameter: 9/16" / 14 mm | Vacuum Type: Non-vacuum | Air Consumption @ Free Speed: 23 CFM / 11 l/s | Air Consumption @ Load: 23 CFM / 11 l/s | Air Inlet: 1/4" NPT | Min. Hose Size: 0.31" / 8 mm | Rated Working Pressure: 90 PSI / 6.3 bar | Weight: 2.87 lb / 1.3 kg | Length: 9.53" / 242 mm | Height: 4.80" / 122 mm | Sound Pressure: 80 dB(A) | Sound Power: 91 dB(A) | Vibration: 4.7 m/s² | Vibration Uncertainty: 1.7 m/s² | Pad Holes: 0 | Starting System: Safety lever

Features:

• 0.5 hp / 375 W pneumatic motor supports sanding, finishing, and pre-polishing work across prepared surfaces.
• 10,000 RPM free speed keeps the abrasive moving quickly for coating prep, surface leveling, and finish refinement.
• 6" / 150 mm circular hook & loop pad provides broad surface coverage and fast abrasive disc changes.
• 9/16" / 14 mm orbit delivers aggressive random orbital action for faster preparation than smaller-orbit finishing tools.
• Non-vacuum configuration works well in shops using separate dust collection, booth extraction, or cleanup procedures.
• Integrated motor silencer helps reduce operating noise in body shop, repair, and production environments.
• Lubrication-free motor helps reduce oil carryover concerns around sanding, paint preparation, and finishing work.
• Safety lever starting system helps reduce accidental activation while positioning the tool or changing abrasive discs.

Applications:

• Autobody repair and refinishing: Sanding larger panels, leveling filler, refining primer, and preparing surfaces before paint or polishing steps.
• Paint and coating preparation: Removing surface imperfections and preparing coated or primed materials where a 6" pad helps cover more area per pass.
• Metal fabrication: Blending surface marks, smoothing fabricated parts, and preparing components before coating or final finishing.
• Industrial maintenance and MRO: Cleaning up equipment panels, covers, housings, guards, and repaired surfaces during refurbishment work.
• Vehicle service and restoration: Preparing body panels, refinishing areas, and general repair surfaces when used with compatible hook & loop abrasives.
• Workshop and garage use: General surface sanding on compatible materials when paired with a compressor sized for the tool's airflow demand.

FAQs:

• Q: What abrasive discs fit the CP5518-60H?
  A: This model uses 6" / 150 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 non-vacuum mean on this random orbital 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: What does the 9/16" orbit do?
  A: Orbit diameter is the size of the pad's random sanding motion. A 9/16" / 14 mm orbit is more aggressive than smaller finishing orbits, helping remove material faster during surface preparation and pre-polishing steps.
• Q: Is the 6" pad better for large panels or tight spot repairs?
  A: The 6" pad is best for larger panels, broad surfaces, and longer sanding passes. For tight contours, small parts, or confined spot repair, a smaller-pad sander may be easier to control.
• Q: What air supply does the CP5518-60H require?
  A: The tool is rated for 90 PSI / 6.3 bar and uses 23 CFM / 11 l/s at load. Use at least a 0.31" / 8 mm air hose and confirm the compressor can maintain airflow during continuous sanding or polishing work.

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