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Your cart is empty.Makita's 5-Inch Random Orbit Sander with variable speed (model BO5041) combines power, speed and performance with improved grip and control, including an innovative adjustable front handle. It is ideal for woodworkers, finish carpenters and general contractors. The BO5041 features a Makita-built 3 AMP motor with over-sized sealed ball bearing construction for longer tool life. The variable speed control dial (4,000 - 12,000 OPM) allows the user to match the sanding speed to the material, with a large two-finger trigger switch with conveniently located lock-on button for continuous use and increased operator comfort. The large 1/8-inch random orbit action delivers fast and smooth sanding and a swirl-free finish, with a pad control system for controlled pad speed upon start-up. Additional comfort and ease-of-use features include a new adjustable front handle to allow for sanding in corners and confined areas, as well as ergonomic rubberized handles for improved operator comfort and control. The BO5041 uses quick-change five-inch eight-hole hook-and-loop abrasive disc, and has an efficient through-the-pad dust collection system that helps provide a cleaner work environment. The high capacity dust collection system with built-in vacuum port adapter is engineered for improved dust collection. The rubberized palm grip and top handle fit like a glove with even pressure and easy control.
guy
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025
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UncleEd
Reviewed in Canada on February 7, 2025
Good Makita product. I'm no pro, but it comes in handy for the small jobs i need it for. Need good sanding pads though, else they fly off too easily. Variable speed is nice. Dust collects reasonably well, evidence by the bag filling up quite quickly.
aubreypub
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2025
A nice, solid piece of equipment. I like the variable speed feature. It's a bit heavy for what I typically use it for (a first sanding on handcarved spoons, etc). My fourth palm sander and favorite so far.
motomix
Reviewed in Japan on February 12, 2025
マキタは他よりも多少値段が張りますが、それだけに品質は保証されています。故障もないですし、今まで買って損したという気持ちになったことはありません。倍の金額なら悩みますが、1.3〜1.5倍なら確かな品質と、長く使えるブランドにすべきですね。結局トータルコストで見ると、得することになります。マキタ製品とそれ以外のメーカーで、工具類はいくつも所持していますが、マキタに限って言えば、期待外れと感じたことは無いので、安心して使うことができます。
PersonWhoBuysThingsOccasionally
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025
I’ve been using this sander for about a year and I’m very happy with it. Good power, comfortable grips, vibration not too bad, good dust collection. It was a big improvement over the Ryobi I inherited before this.
ChemE_75
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2025
Some background: been doing woodworking for decades and in early days, RO sanders were air driven typically originating from the auto body shop suppliers. In late 80s-early 90s, Porter Cable came out with an electric version so when I closed the woodshop and no longer had a big compressor, I got the P-C. Works fine and its still running like new today - very heavy and powerful, but the angle grinder style is not very ergonomic even with the side handle, and dust collection was an afterthought that they added later via a plastic shroud accessory. Finally in a new house and setting up a dedicated workshop, I decided its time to upgrade and take some pressure off my wrists and elbows. I did some research and was about to try a chinese import model that appears to be a 3m clone that has been getting good reviews - mostly - but its new and so has few independent comparisons. After some discussions with other woodworkers who are mostly in business so tend to recommend high end types, I finally got some feedback from guys like me who can't justify the high end cost - they mostly suggested a variety of Bosch but I heard from some suggesting the Makita was far more bang for the buck. So did some more research and really found very little negative about the Makita. When I saw the price drop into the $80s I jumped on it. I love this sander and wish I had considered a more ergonomic style long ago. I've also found the quality of the sanding is far superior to the old P-C. This sander is truly swirl free - its an even better finishing sander than the old dynabrade pneumatic I had back in the day. I am absolutely thrilled. I have not yet begun any hardwood furniture projects, waiting for warmer weather, but the odd pine and plywood shelving and misc I've worked on so far have come out great. Since my personal usage has been limited to the old pneumatic or old P-C, I cannot compare, but for the price, maybe 2x the price, I'm not sure there is any that will do better.Note: I also found I was able to take a scrap piece of PVC pipe (3/4" I think), heat one end to fit over the dust port and heat the other end to fit the 1" vac hose from my old P-C sander so I can't comment on the dust bag. The vac attachment is working great - see photo.
Slim
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2025
Is this the best ever product....maybe not but do not overlook same? However, for me it is! Why? Because it is quiet with a smooth operation, easy to operate, functions well, easy to buy accessories of various manufactures that will fit this product, and I expect it to last a long time based upon my few other "Makita" products I use, as needed, (fairly often - I am not a professional wood product supplier/manufacture) with confidence. Thus, I am happy with this purchase for the price point!
El que ha visto el sol
Reviewed in Spain on February 21, 2023
La he devuelto sin usar, pero la marca makita lo dice todo
Andreas
Reviewed in Germany on May 10, 2021
Das Gerät wird hat 110 Volt und der Stecker hat drei Stifte. Vermutlich für Steckdosen in England geeignet. Für Deutschland definitiv unbrauchbar. Wird zurück geschickt.
DesertDweller
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2020
A good orbital sander is one of the few tools I still prefer to be corded. There are some good cordless sanders available, but they eat through batteries and don't seem to give consistent performance.This is one of the best corded orbital sanders in it's price range. The ergonomics of this orbital sander, the grip and switch placement, extra handle, and weight make it easy to use for extended periods of time. Aside from dust collection, this is about as good as it gets without stepping up to something much more expensive.One drawback of this sander is the size and acoustics of the dust port. The port is so small that you'll need to find a specialty adapter to hook up any dust collection hoses, and when you do it will howl and whistle very loudly. Most of the time I just use the dust bag because even with hearing protection the noise is loud. The bag works ok but not as well as some other sanders.Uses the common 8 hole 5 inch discs. I find the Mirka brand discs available here on Amazon to work very well with this sander.
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