FLEX PXE 80 Polisher Review - Small Polisher Large Power [IMPRESSIVE]
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- čas přidán 29. 07. 2024
- We finally got to really try out the new FLEX PXE 80 3” polisher, and what better vehicle than the new 2020 C8 Corvette. This polisher is unreal for its size, the 12-volt platform, and the power that it delivers.
The quick-change chuck allows you to quickly change between the 12mm orbital, 3mm orbital, and rotary bits included in the kit. You get 4 speeds on the brushless FLEX PXE 80 polisher, from 2,000 to 5,800 RPM. Easily change between speeds with +/= buttons on top of the polisher head. A slide-lock switch allows you to ease into the speeds by sliding up the switch without locking into 100%.
The kit costs $399 and includes the FLEX PXE 80 polisher, two 2.5 Ah 12-Volt batteries, smart charger, 12mm orbital, 3mm orbital, rotary bit, 3" hook & loop backing plate, 1" hook & loop backing plate, 1" smooth backing plate, and the nylon bag. Flex offers a 1-year warranty with the PXE 80. We can easily recommend this PXE 80 to any Pro or enthusiast.
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Love this little machine!! I was the exact way with the switch..at first I was like...this ain't gonna be fun... but yeah a few minutes later...this is gonna be fun.. This little bugger is truly a game changer for the detailing industry..😎👌🏼
One of the better videos on the PXE. Thanks guys!
Our pleasure! Thanks so much for watching and for commenting.
Another review video for the Flex PXE 80 states the overall weight of the polisher with battery and backing plate is right around 2.2 lbs. Light weight, well balanced, and low vibration exponentially reduces shoulder, arm, and hand fatigue over the course of a day. Not having to drape a fifty foot, 10 gauge extension cord over the shoulder and constantly whip it free of ground obstructions makes a world of difference when polishing. I bought the Flex XFE 150 cordless DA last year (6" backing plate) along with an Adams Mini-Swirl Killer DA for the tight areas highlighted in this video, and it looks like I will be swapping out the Adams polisher for the Flex PXE 80. The price is high, but over the course of a polishing day it won't take Flex PXE 80 more than a few jobs to recoup the difference.
When would you want to use the Griot's G8 instead of the Flex PXE 80?
How is the cutting capabilities of the PXE 80? Can I ditch my LHR 75E Mini for this?
Are you pretty much running Lake Country pads with this? Which pad type would be good for correction, along with what compound? Thx
can you tell me good reasons to be using the 3mm orbital vs. the 12mm orbital tool? Is the 12mm longer throw better for correction and the 3mm better for application and light polish in tighter areas? Thanks for the help!
3mm will be more aggressive in the cutting stage so movement will need to be quicker
I like the tool a lot, but am disappointed the rotary adapter doesn’t work with the 3” backing plate. Otherwise I love this tool for one inch rotary use.
You and me both! Thanks for watching.
Who makes a quality 3” pad for these. Great review guys
Lake Country makes some great pads for these. Thanks for watching.
Is the orbital part gear driven or free spinning?
free spinning (random orbital).
They should make charger that can charge 2 batteries at the same time, especially with a polisher. Since the battery run out quick, 20 mins per battery is not enough time
Are you using more than 2 batteries on a single car? Thanks for watching and commenting.
Shop Tool Reviews if you do paint correcting, you need more than 2 batteries
This is not meant for the whole car, but depending on the car, we see that you may use more than 2 batteries for correction. Their chargers are pretty legit and they tell you how long is left on the charge. They also sell a 6.0 Ah battery. That's what we would recommend, just buy two 6.0Ah batteries.
Can you run extensions on this machine?
FLEX doesn't offer an extension for the PXE 80 yet, but I have seen others using extensions. I've also seen extensions being sold online as well.
Yes you can. I ordered mines from overseas and can make a video when they arrive. Basically makes the autotriz pointless!
@@jonnathanmarcellus4456 Nice!! Did you get the 2" backing plate as well?
I think Flex should have had them come with the kit... nonetheless...I cant wait to get mine😎🤘🏻👍🏻
APS Pro makes extensions and 2" plate ,I just bought pxe 80 and APS bits👌
how would you rate this over rupes nano ibrid?
No comparison. I think the FLEX smokes the nano ibrid. Thanks for watching.
we get ripped off in uk its £404 for same kit..i just brought one.
Do you guys sell these tools after reviewing them?
No, we don't. Thanks for watching.
@@Shoptoolreviews You must have the most insane tool collection Tim!
Will milwakee batteries work on it?
No, not even remotely the same. Thanks for watching.
Ive heard the Skill batteries work on Flex. They are both made by Chervon so might be true.
can i polish the whole car? will it not burn?
This is definitely not a polisher that you would use to polish your whole car. This is only a 3-inch polisher. We would recommend a Flex 5 or 6-inch polisher for that.
@@Shoptoolreviews thanks, I understand. I have a rotary car in the body shop where I work. there is still a 21mm eccentric and a rupees 75, for the sake of interest I tried to work with one machine inside and out. there was a time difference, but polishing small was more convenient than combining them. as they say slowly but surely, even if this is not a typical scheme
Use it on a black car for demo so we can see results.
I was surprised at the focus issues in this video - the main host was NEVER in focus. In the first section the focus was on the back tool board - on the later section it was focused well in front of the guy doing the talk. Use manual AF and set it on the logo on his shirt and you will be good to go. Lame for a video coming from an established business. I did appreciate the info on this new polisher - got one ordered.
Thanks for the heads-up. We typically use MF, but I have to admit that sometimes we make a mistake and leave it in AF. We love our Lumix cameras, but they are terrible at keeping focus (in AF). Thanks for watching, and you will love that PXE80.