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product_id: 19917364
title: "Orbital Sander Kit, 5-Inch, Variable Speed (DWE6423K)"
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price: "A$263"
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# 3.0-amp motor power 8,000-12,000 OPM variable speed dust-sealed switch & improved dust collection Orbital Sander Kit, 5-Inch, Variable Speed (DWE6423K)

**Brand:** dewalt
**Price:** A$263
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Sand Smarter, Finish Faster — Own the Workspace!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Orbital Sander Kit, 5-Inch, Variable Speed (DWE6423K) by dewalt
- **How much does it cost?** A$263 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/19917364-orbital-sander-kit-5-inch-variable-speed-dwe6423k)

## Best For

- dewalt enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dewalt brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dust-Free Workspace:** One-handed locking dust bag plus direct dust port compatibility keeps your environment cleaner.
- • **Custom Speed Control:** Variable speed dial (8,000-12,000 OPM) lets you tailor performance to every project.
- • **Comfort-Driven Design:** Ergonomic rubber over-mold grip and counterweight reduce vibration for fatigue-free use.
- • **Power Meets Precision:** 3.0-amp motor delivers smooth, consistent sanding power for flawless finishes.
- • **Compact & Close-Up Ready:** Shorter height design lets you get closer to your workpiece for detailed, professional results.

## Overview

The DEWALT DWE6423K 5-inch Variable Speed Orbital Sander Kit combines a powerful 3.0-amp motor with a versatile 8,000-12,000 OPM range, delivering precision sanding with reduced vibration thanks to its counterweight and ergonomic rubber grip. Its compact design allows close workpiece access, while advanced dust collection features—including a dust-sealed switch, one-handed locking dust bag, and compatibility with DEWALT dust collectors—ensure a cleaner, more efficient workspace. Perfect for professionals and DIYers seeking reliable, comfortable, and high-performance sanding.

## Description

The DWE6423 5-inch Variable Speed Random Orbital Sander Kit with hook and loop pad has a 3-amp motor that delivers between 8,000 to 12,000 OPM. The separate counterweight reduces vibration and along with the rubber overmold grip provides comfortable sanding. A shorter design allows users to get closer to the work surface and the one-handed locking dust bag attaches securely to the power sander to aid in dust collection or the user can attach the sander directly to the DWV010 or DWV012 dust collectors.

Review: Fantastic, Small Orbital Sander; Must Have for DIY'er - I'm your average weekend warrior do-it-yourselfer and my wife asked me to refinish our wooden address sign recently. Now we inherited the address sign with the home when we purchased it and I'd estimate probably 30-ish years of painting and repainting caked onto that sign. After hitting it with some coarse sandpaper to get an idea of what I was working with I clearly needed the help of a mechanical sander. Enter the Dewalt DWE6423K Variable Speed Random Orbit Sander. ►Setup: There's not a lot to set up once you unbox this small orbital sander. Remove a bit of cardboard, glance over the small instruction booklet, undo a twisty tie and you're basically done. You'll, of course, need to purchase some compatible sandpaper; I purchased DEWALT DW4303 5-Inch 8-Hole 120-Grit Hook-and-Loop Random Orbit Sandpaper (5-Pack) and DEWALT DW4301 5-Inch 8 Hole 80 Grit Hook and Loop Random Orbit Sandpaper (5-Pack) for my little project though there are other options. ►Dust Bag: For my small project, I did not use my shop vac to connect to the sander. Now after reading several reviews, I'm not so sure I would be able to connect my shop vac to the sander anyway. Regardless, the small dust bag did a pretty good job of collecting the fine paint and wood dust as I worked around my address sign. The bag holds a good bit of dust meaning you're not emptying it every few minutes. If you intend to use this with a shop vac you will likely need to purchase an adapter based on my reading. ►Performance: This little orbital sander made short work of the paint on my address sign and I was down to bare wood in no time. The sander is smooth and easy enough to move around and I didn't feel like it was fighting me at all. Even finer details like sanding down the edges of my address sign were no problem at all. Changing the sanding paper pads is as easy as ripping one Velcro-secured pad off and slapping on the new one, just ensure you line up the holes on the bottom! ►In The Box: → Orbital Sander → Dust Bag → Toolbag with zipper → Owners information/warranty card ►Closing: I have no regrets about ordering this orbital sander. Honestly, I wish I'd ordered it years ago instead of being stubborn and hand sanding so many small projects. I'm a fan, recommended!
Review: Worked great for me. - I used the sander to refinish a maple table. I found the sander easy to use and effective. The dust collection is just okay. It will collect a good deal of dust, however there will still be dust everywhere. I used this inside of an apartment and my partner nicknamed me "little Chernobyl", after basically coating our apartment in dust. I don't think you can really avoid that though. Dust is small and is hard to contain. if you must work in an apartment like me, I suggest to do it in a small room and close all the doors. That will make clean up easier and contain the mess. You should also wear a face mask. It is especially bad to breathe in dust from sanding away wood coatings like poly. These can be very toxic. I wore gloves because the sander does make a bit of noise and feels scarily powerful in your hands. It helped buffer against the vibrations. I found that when I used the sander for a long time, my hands got really tingly. But most of the time this didn't happen. It only happened when I used it for a long time on the highest setting. The sander was very easy for me to use. Basically you have an on-off switch, a little dial which increases the strength of your sanding, and a removable bag that you twist off that collects the sawdust. I periodically dumped the bag out often, based on reviews here. Someone suggested to not let the dust accumulate too long because the bag could catch on fire. I assume this is from sanding a flammable coating. I did not experience any burning or burnt odors myself. I found that if you want to eat away at some wood in a concentrated area, you can slightly tip the sander on its side and it will dig into the wood pretty well. Not sure if this could be bad for your sander, but I did that and it worked for me when I wanted to remove the burnt area of the wood that went down fairly deep. I do not recommend buying the pads that come with the product. The reason I say this is because they are only one grit, and it is the lightest grit of sandpaper. This would be fine if you are only doing some light sanding. However, for most projects you will want a heavier grit too. So I suggest instead to get a wider range of grits. I purchased a set of sandpaper rounds ranging from 80(coarse) to 220(fine). I bought Mestool brand 125 mm 8 holes paper P-58 gold sandpaper Velcro. Overall, the sander worked really well. It nicely finished my table and I was really pleased with the results.

## Features

- 3.0-amp motor of the orbital sander spins the pad at 8,000 - 12,000 OPM
- Shorter height of the hand sander allows the user to get closer to work piece
- Separate counterweight design reduces vibration for improved comfort of the electric sander
- Rubber over-mold in all of the critical areas of the sander
- Improved dust-sealed switch to protect against dust ingestion for longer switch life
- Improved dust collection and one-handed locking dust bag
- Dust port is designed to fit directly to the DWV010 or DWV012 dust collectors
- To attach dust port to other vacuum systems with 1-1/4-inch hoses, use DWV9000 Universal Quick Connector

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| AC Adapter Current | 3 Amps |
| ASIN | B00ZTPCLZ8 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Battery Description | Corded Electric |
| Best Sellers Rank | #26,059 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #18 in Power Random Orbit Sanders |
| Brand | DEWALT |
| Certification | (unset) |
| Color | Multi |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,255) |
| Date First Available | June 17, 2015 |
| Description Pile | Corded Electric |
| Disc Diameter | 5 inches |
| Finish | Brushed |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00885911350037 |
| Grit Number | 1 |
| Grit Type | Coarse |
| Included Components | (1) Sander, Dust Bag, Owners Card, Carrying Case (bag) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 3.94 pounds |
| Item model number | DWE6423K |
| Manufacturer | DEWALT |
| Material | Blend |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 12000 RPM |
| Measurement System | Metric |
| Number Of Pieces | 5 |
| Part Number | DWE6423K |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Power Source | Corded |
| Product Dimensions | 10.38"L x 7.25"W x 6.2"H |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Size | 5" |
| Style | Sander |
| UPC | 885911350037 |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** DEWALT
- **Grit Type:** Coarse
- **Power Source:** Corded
- **Product Dimensions:** 10.38"L x 7.25"W x 6.2"H
- **Voltage:** 120 Volts

## Images

![Orbital Sander Kit, 5-Inch, Variable Speed (DWE6423K) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7100SHWImzL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: There are three different sanders, all seem the same but the prices are different - what am I missing?**
A: The difference between this 6423 and the 6421 is this is variable speed, the 6421 is not.

**Q: Has anyone had their new sander make a metal ringing noise when they first started using it? Sounds like the cooling fan rubbing on something.**
A: check to see if sanding head screws are loose.  One of my screws came out and it started making that noise.  Do not run it, it destroys that piece between head and blade.

**Q: Does this sander use hook and loop or adhesive disks?**
A: 8 hole hook and loop sanding disks

**Q: Does this have an 8 hole face?**
A: Yes it has 8 holes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic, Small Orbital Sander; Must Have for DIY'er
*by R***. on July 22, 2018*

I'm your average weekend warrior do-it-yourselfer and my wife asked me to refinish our wooden address sign recently. Now we inherited the address sign with the home when we purchased it and I'd estimate probably 30-ish years of painting and repainting caked onto that sign. After hitting it with some coarse sandpaper to get an idea of what I was working with I clearly needed the help of a mechanical sander. Enter the Dewalt DWE6423K Variable Speed Random Orbit Sander. ►Setup: There's not a lot to set up once you unbox this small orbital sander. Remove a bit of cardboard, glance over the small instruction booklet, undo a twisty tie and you're basically done. You'll, of course, need to purchase some compatible sandpaper; I purchased DEWALT DW4303 5-Inch 8-Hole 120-Grit Hook-and-Loop Random Orbit Sandpaper (5-Pack) and DEWALT DW4301 5-Inch 8 Hole 80 Grit Hook and Loop Random Orbit Sandpaper (5-Pack) for my little project though there are other options. ►Dust Bag: For my small project, I did not use my shop vac to connect to the sander. Now after reading several reviews, I'm not so sure I would be able to connect my shop vac to the sander anyway. Regardless, the small dust bag did a pretty good job of collecting the fine paint and wood dust as I worked around my address sign. The bag holds a good bit of dust meaning you're not emptying it every few minutes. If you intend to use this with a shop vac you will likely need to purchase an adapter based on my reading. ►Performance: This little orbital sander made short work of the paint on my address sign and I was down to bare wood in no time. The sander is smooth and easy enough to move around and I didn't feel like it was fighting me at all. Even finer details like sanding down the edges of my address sign were no problem at all. Changing the sanding paper pads is as easy as ripping one Velcro-secured pad off and slapping on the new one, just ensure you line up the holes on the bottom! ►In The Box: → Orbital Sander → Dust Bag → Toolbag with zipper → Owners information/warranty card ►Closing: I have no regrets about ordering this orbital sander. Honestly, I wish I'd ordered it years ago instead of being stubborn and hand sanding so many small projects. I'm a fan, recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked great for me.
*by K***T on August 15, 2019*

I used the sander to refinish a maple table. I found the sander easy to use and effective. The dust collection is just okay. It will collect a good deal of dust, however there will still be dust everywhere. I used this inside of an apartment and my partner nicknamed me "little Chernobyl", after basically coating our apartment in dust. I don't think you can really avoid that though. Dust is small and is hard to contain. if you must work in an apartment like me, I suggest to do it in a small room and close all the doors. That will make clean up easier and contain the mess. You should also wear a face mask. It is especially bad to breathe in dust from sanding away wood coatings like poly. These can be very toxic. I wore gloves because the sander does make a bit of noise and feels scarily powerful in your hands. It helped buffer against the vibrations. I found that when I used the sander for a long time, my hands got really tingly. But most of the time this didn't happen. It only happened when I used it for a long time on the highest setting. The sander was very easy for me to use. Basically you have an on-off switch, a little dial which increases the strength of your sanding, and a removable bag that you twist off that collects the sawdust. I periodically dumped the bag out often, based on reviews here. Someone suggested to not let the dust accumulate too long because the bag could catch on fire. I assume this is from sanding a flammable coating. I did not experience any burning or burnt odors myself. I found that if you want to eat away at some wood in a concentrated area, you can slightly tip the sander on its side and it will dig into the wood pretty well. Not sure if this could be bad for your sander, but I did that and it worked for me when I wanted to remove the burnt area of the wood that went down fairly deep. I do not recommend buying the pads that come with the product. The reason I say this is because they are only one grit, and it is the lightest grit of sandpaper. This would be fine if you are only doing some light sanding. However, for most projects you will want a heavier grit too. So I suggest instead to get a wider range of grits. I purchased a set of sandpaper rounds ranging from 80(coarse) to 220(fine). I bought Mestool brand 125 mm 8 holes paper P-58 gold sandpaper Velcro. Overall, the sander worked really well. It nicely finished my table and I was really pleased with the results.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Good Sander
*by R***. on October 31, 2025*

This is a very good sander that is easy to operate and care for. This is my second one.

## Frequently Bought Together

- DEWALT Orbital Sander Kit, 5-Inch, Variable Speed (DWE6423K)
- WORKPRO 150-piece Sanding Discs Set - 5-Inch 8-Hole Sandpaper 10 Grades Include 60, 80, 100, 120, 150,180, 240, 320, 400, 600 Grits for Random Orbital Sander(Not for Oscillating Tools or Mouse Sander)
- DWV9000 universal Quick Multi-Function Connector Fits Dust Extractors，vacuum hose, various DW tools & shrouds. Allows fits easy, durable connection between 1-1/4 In.

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