Direct Drive vs. Random Orbit Patterns

What happens here

Chris asks about the orbital patterns. Sherry clarifies that the 3x4 sander is a direct drive, meaning it orbits in a consistent circle without a random pattern. The 5-inch and 6-inch sanders, however, are random orbit tools, which combine orbiting and rotation to produce a much wider, swirl-free sanding pattern, making them suitable for larger surfaces.

Goal: Sherry clarifies the difference between direct drive and random orbit sanders, explaining how each operates and its effect on the sanding pattern.