Best Lee Valley Mirka DEOS 3″ × 5″ Abranet Ace Kit

This kit pairs a Mirka DEOS electric orbital sander with a selection of tough Abranet Ace abrasive sheets, ideal for heavy-duty applications.

Comfortable to operate for long sessions, the ergonomically designed sander is a powerful yet maneuverable tool. Its 3mm orbital pattern yields fine finishes, and its 3″ × 5″ platen permits precise sanding right up to an edge, with bevelled sides to avoid contact with adjacent surfaces. At 4″ tall and weighing just 0.97kg (2 lb 2 oz), it is well suited for overhead or vertical tasks and for working into tight spots.

Powered by a 14′ grounded cord, its 250W brushless motor performs comparably to a 360W conventional motor. It has a low noise rating of 69 dB as well as low vibration output (2.6m/s²) and pairs with the myMirka app to monitor long-term vibration exposure.

Effectively dust-free in use, it has a rear port for connection to a 1″ diameter vacuum hose, and a pattern of holes in the platen that draws dust from across the entire sanding disc.

In variable-speed mode, the upper control paddle lets you adjust speed on the fly without interrupting your work; pressing the paddle increases the rpms, and a lighter squeeze slows the motor. In fixed-speed mode, you can lock in any of five settings within its 5000 to 10,000 rpm range, with the paddle serving as an on/off switch to stop the tool within seconds. Backed by a 2-year warranty.

The kit comes with 150 mesh abrasive sheets (50 each of 80, 120 and 150 grits) that use durable ceramic abrasive and a strong net structure for high wear resistance.