Astro Pneumatic 3043 Pistol Dual Action Polisher with Pad, 3" Pad Capacity, 2500 RPM

Astro Pneumatic 3043 Pistol Dual Action Polisher with Pad, 3" Pad Capacity, 2500 RPM

• Astro Pneumatic 3043 is a pneumatic pistol dual action polisher with a 3" pad capacity for small area polishing and sanding. It runs at 2,500 rpm free speed and uses a 5/16"-24 spindle thread with a 1/4" NPT air inlet for shop air systems up to 90 psi.
• Features:
  • 3" disc pad capacity supports polishing and sanding in confined areas where larger tools do not fit.
  • 2,500 rpm free speed helps control finishing work on small panels and spot repairs.
  • Female thread spindle is designed to use a 3" male pad for compatible backup pads and accessories.
  • 5/16"-24 spindle thread and straight thread shaft provide a defined mounting interface for the included backup pad.
  • Designed application: pneumatic polisher for spot polishing and sanding using shop air up to 90 psi max.
• Includes:
  • 3" Mini Polisher (3043)
  • 3" Sanding/Polishing Back-up Pad (20302P)
  • Spanner Wrench
• Specifications:
  • Manufacturer: Astro Pneumatic Tool Co.
  • Part Number: 3043
  • MPN: 3043
  • UPC: 745227014293
  • Category: Air tools
  • Subcategory: Sanders and polishers
  • Product Type: Pneumatic pistol dual action polisher
  • Disc Pad Capacity: 3"
  • Free Speed: 2,500 rpm
  • Overall Length: 5-1/2"
  • Net Weight: 1.3 lb
  • Motor Size: 0.3 hp
  • Air Inlet Thread: 1/4" NPT 18 thread
  • Spindle Thread Size: 5/16"-24 thread
  • Air Hose I.D. Size: 3/8"
  • Average Air Consumption: 5 cfm
  • Maximum Air Pressure: 90 psi
  • System Compatibility or Application: Designed to use a 3" male pad on the 5/16"-24 spindle for small area polishing and sanding
• The Astro Pneumatic Pistol Dual Action Polisher with Pad can also be referred to as a mini air polisher, a pistol grip air polisher, a 3" pneumatic polisher, a spot repair polisher, and a dual action mini polisher.

Astro Pneumatic Tool Co. is an automotive tool supplier known for air tools, specialty service tools, and shop equipment for professional technicians. The brand offers multiple product categories for automotive maintenance and repair through distribution channels.

Q: What pad size is this polisher designed to use?
A: It has a 3" disc pad capacity and is designed to use a 3" male pad.

Q: What air pressure should be used with this tool?
A: The listed maximum air pressure is 90 psi. Do not exceed 90 psi.

Q: What thread is used on the spindle for mounting the backup pad?
A: The spindle thread size is 5/16"-24 thread.

Q: What air inlet size does the 3043 use?
A: The air inlet is listed as 1/4" NPT 18 thread, and the recommended air hose I.D. size is 3/8".