DRY WALL AND CEILING SANDER

Flex WST 700VVP Vario Plus Giraffe Drywall and Ceiling Sander 110V: Site-Compliant Precision for Flawless Finishes

The Flex WST 700VVP Vario Plus Giraffe Drywall and Ceiling Sander 110V is the ultimate tool for professional drywall finishers, plasterers, and painters working on UK construction sites and other environments where 110V power is mandated for safety. Its iconic "Giraffe" design, featuring a unique telescopic extension, allows for efficient and ergonomic sanding of vast wall and ceiling surfaces from the ground, dramatically reducing the need for cumbersome ladders or scaffolding.

This 110V model combines powerful performance, advanced electronic control, and versatile sanding heads with the critical safety compliance required for demanding professional sites, ensuring a superior finish and enhanced worker well-being.

Features

• 110V Site Safety Compliance:
  • Specifically engineered to operate on 110V AC, supplied with the appropriate yellow 16A or 32A industrial plug (BS EN 60309 standard). This is a mandatory safety requirement on most construction sites and industrial settings in the UK, significantly reducing the risk of electric shock.
  • For proper operation, it requires connection to a suitable 110V site transformer (e.g., a 3kVA or 5kVA continuous rated transformer for optimal performance).
• Unique Telescopic "Giraffe" System:
  • The defining feature is its telescopic handle system, which allows the length to be adjusted tool-free from approximately 1330mm to 1730mm. This enables effortless and safe sanding of high walls and ceilings from floor level, eliminating the need for elevated platforms.
  • The handle rotates 360°, providing numerous ergonomic gripping possibilities for comfortable, fatigue-free working, even during extended periods.
• Interchangeable Sanding Heads for Unrivalled Versatility:
  • Comes with two easily interchangeable sanding heads that attach and detach with a simple click:
    • Round Sanding Head (Ø 225mm): Ideal for efficiently sanding large, flat wall and ceiling surfaces. It features a soft backing pad to prevent grooving or swirls and ensures a consistent, high-quality finish.
    • Triangular Sanding Head (Ø 290mm): Specifically designed for tackling corners, edges, and tight angles. Its random orbital movement ensures the abrasive reaches right up to the very edges, providing a seamless and professional finish in areas traditionally difficult to sand by hand.
• Vario-Electronics (VV Electronic Control) for Precision:
  • Features advanced electronic speed control with a conveniently placed adjuster wheel, providing:
    • Controlled constant speed: Maintains consistent sanding performance even under load for uniform results.
    • Soft-start: Prevents abrupt jolts on power-up, reducing wear on components and improving user control.
    • Overload protection: Safeguards the motor from damage during demanding applications, prolonging tool life.
    • Speed selection: Allows operators to precisely tailor the sanding speed to the specific material (e.g., plaster, drywall, insulation) and the desired finish (Round sander speed: 1,000-1,500 RPM; Corner sander speed: 3,000-4,500 RPM).
• Optimal Balance and Ergonomics:
  • The motor's strategic placement between the gripping positions ensures perfect balance, making the tool feel lighter and more comfortable, especially when working overhead for extended durations.
  • The articulating sanding head can be adjusted to every tilt and angle, allowing the sander to follow contours precisely, reducing operator strain and ensuring consistent surface contact.
• Highly Effective Dust Extraction System:
  • Features an integrated 9-hole vacuum cleaning system with dust extraction channels located between the brush ring and the sanding pad.
  • The spring-mounted brush ring on the round head accurately follows uneven contours and effectively prevents dust from escaping at the edges, ensuring near dust-free operation when connected to a compatible industrial M-Class vacuum cleaner (e.g., Flex S 36, S 47 M, V-TUF M-Class). This significantly improves air quality, reduces clean-up time, and extends abrasive life.
• Reliable Power Transmission:
  • Utilizes a robust and flexible drive shaft for reliable power transmission from the motor to the sanding disc, leveraging decades of proven FLEX technology for durability and consistent performance.

Applications

The Flex WST 700VVP Vario Plus Giraffe Sander 110V is an indispensable tool for professionals working on sites requiring 110V power:

• Drywall Finishing on Construction Sites: Essential for perfectly smoothing plasterboard seams and large surfaces, preparing them for painting or plastering.
• New Builds & Renovations: Efficiently tackling extensive wall and ceiling areas in commercial and residential construction projects.
• Plastering & Rendering: Preparing and smoothing newly applied plaster or rendered surfaces.
• Insulation Board Sanding: Smoothing solid Styropor or other insulation slabs prior to finishing.
• Painting & Decorating Preparation: Creating a flawless base for high-quality paint finishes or wallpapering.
• Lead Paint Abatement (with appropriate dust extraction and PPE): Capable of controlled removal of hazardous surface coatings.