Background and Identification
The FLEX 423.335 GE 5 Giraffe is a corded electric wall and ceiling sander designed to remove drywall. The sander is manufactured by FLEX, a North American company that specializes in automotive and marine polishers, finishing tools, and sanders. It weighs 8.9 pounds, which is considered lightweight for similar sanders. The sander includes a Velcro-backed sanding disk tool holder.
The sander features six speed settings between 1,100 and 1,650 revolutions per minute. It consumes 4.2 Amps of current. The sander’s head is 8.9 inches in diameter. The FLEX Giraffe’s head can be inclined up to 100 degrees. With the sanding disk positioned at a 90-degree angle from the sander’s main tube, it measures 60 inches long.
The FLEX 423.335 sander features controlled constant speed and soft-start functions, as well as overload protection and speed selection with an adjuster wheel. It includes a dust-extraction feature between the brush ring and the sanding pad that prevents clogging of the abrasive and reduces dust.
The FLEX 423.335 sander can be identified by its red handle and long, silver extension tube. The sander’s head is black plastic. The name “FLEX” is printed in white capital letters on the sander’s ‘D’-shaped main handle.
Technical Specifications
Display SKU: 423.335
UPC / ISBN: 877505018614
Brand: Flex
Product Weight (lbs.): 8.9000
Manufacturer’s Warranty: 1 Year
Additional Specifications:
- Power Consumption: 4.2 Amps
- Idle Speed: 1,100 - 1,650 RPM
- Adjustable Speed Settings: 6 Speed Settings
- Sand Head Diameter (Max): 8.9"
- Angle of Inclination on Head: 100°
- Tool Holder: Velcro-Backed Sanding Disc
- Insertable: 19.7" Extension
- Length (90° Disc): 60"
- Connecting Cable: 3.3'
- Weight: 8.9 lbs
- Application: Drywall
- Power Source: Electric - Corded