{"product_id":"mirka-3-in-x-8-in-pneumatic-orbital-sander-with-vacuum-ready-dust-extraction-3mm-orbit-mr-38cv-1","title":"Mirka 3-in. x 8-in. Pneumatic Orbital Sander with Vacuum-Ready Dust Extraction, 3mm Orbit (MR-38CV-1)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/vacuum-compatibility.svg\" alt=\"vacuum-compatibility\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVac-Ready Dust Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe central vacuum design helps pull dust away as you sand, which keeps the work surface cleaner and cuts down on cleanup between steps.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/anti-vibration.svg\" alt=\"anti-vibration\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eMirka built this air sander with lightweight, precision-molded materials so it stays easier on your hand during longer sanding sessions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/sander.svg\" alt=\"sander\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine Finish Orbit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe 3 mm orbit is tuned for surface finishing, giving the Mirka MR-38CV-1 3\" x 8\" Vac-Ready Sander better control on wood, filler, primer, and lacquer work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMirka MR-38CV-1 3\" x 8\" Vac-Ready Sander\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rectangular air-powered finishing sander built for small to medium surface prep where dust control and finish quality both matter. This is a \u003cstrong\u003esheet sander\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong\u003esurface finishing and sanding on wood, body filler, primer, and lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003eMR-38CV-1\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you need a compact air sander that can work cleanly and leave a refined finish instead of a rough scratch pattern, this is the kind of tool you reach for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhat makes this sander worth a look is how the specs line up with real finishing work. The 3 mm orbit is geared toward smoother surface results, which matters when you're working through filler, leveling primer, or prepping lacquer without wanting to leave deep swirl marks behind. Its 3 inch by 8 inch pad size gives you more coverage than a tiny spot sander while still staying manageable on smaller panels, trim pieces, and repair areas. Add in the 10,000 RPM maximum speed, and you get quick stock removal for a finish-focused tool without jumping into overly aggressive sanding behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMirka also leans hard into comfort and control with this platform. The body is described as lightweight and made from high-tech, precision-molded material for strength and durability. That matters on an air tool because the best pneumatic sander in the world is still a pain to use if it wears out your wrist halfway through a job. At roughly 1.75 lbs, this one stays easy to move, easy to guide, and easier to keep flat on the workpiece, which is a big part of getting a uniform finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe central vacuum setup is another practical advantage. Dust extraction is not just about keeping the bench cleaner. It helps you see the surface better as you work, reduces dust loading on the abrasive, and can make finish sanding more consistent because you're not grinding trapped debris back into the material. For bodywork, cabinetry, and paint prep, that cleaner process usually means less rework later. Mirka specifically recommends this model for use with Abranet abrasives, which fits the tool's dust-control-first design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIn terms of application range, this Mirka sander is aimed right at the kind of sanding jobs where balance matters more than brute force. It is recommended for wood, body filler, primer, and lacquer sanding, so it crosses over nicely between woodworking and automotive refinish work. The 70 x 198 mm pad format makes sense for small and medium areas where a larger board sander would feel clumsy and a smaller palm-style option would take too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWho should buy it? This is a smart pick for painters, body shop techs, cabinet installers, finish carpenters, and serious DIY users who already run air tools and want better dust management from a finish sander. If your work is more about smoothing, prepping, blending, and refining surfaces than heavy material removal, the Mirka MR-38CV-1 3\" x 8\" Vac-Ready Sander is built for exactly that lane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(1) Mirka MR-38CV-1 3\" x 8\" Vac-Ready Sander\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"included-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAbrasives and vacuum equipment are not listed as included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePower Source\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAir-Powered\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePad Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e3 in x 8 in (70 x 198 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eOrbit Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eMaximum Speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e10,000 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1.75 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eDust Collection\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eCentral Vacuum Ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/vacuum-compatibility.svg\" alt=\"vacuum-compatibility\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eDust Extraction Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eCentral vacuum ready for sanding setups that prioritize dust collection during finishing and prep work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/accessories-included.svg\" alt=\"accessories-included\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eAbrasive System\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eSpecially designed for use with Mirka Abranet abrasives.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWoodworking\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eAutomotive\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eBody Filler Sanding\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePrimer Prep\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eLacquer Sanding\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFinish Carpentry\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSmall to Medium Surface Areas\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003ePair the 3 mm orbit with a good dust-extraction setup and Abranet abrasives when you're working primer or filler. You'll keep the abrasive cutting cleaner and it's a lot easier to spot low spots before you move on to paint or topcoat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eMirka MR-38CV-1 3\" x 8\" Vac-Ready Sander for clean finish work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of air sander you buy when finish quality and dust control matter more than just hogging material off fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painters, body shop techs, cabinet and trim guys, and anyone already set up for pneumatic sanding who wants a cleaner finish-focused sheet sander.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lightweight build, 3 mm orbit, and central vacuum-ready design make it well suited for refined sanding on wood, filler, primer, and lacquer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is not a heavy-stock-removal machine. It makes the most sense when you're dialing in surface prep and want better control on smaller to medium areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of tool is this?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an air-powered rectangular finishing sander with a 3 in x 8 in pad and a 3 mm orbit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat materials is it recommended for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Source data recommends it for wood, body filler, primer, and lacquer sanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs it set up for dust extraction?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This model is central vacuum ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size work area is it best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is recommended for small and medium size areas where you want more coverage than a compact detail sander without stepping up to a much larger sanding platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Mirka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53385915597094,"sku":"MR-38CV-1","price":305.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/20260623004_1.jpg?v=1782171890","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/mirka-3-in-x-8-in-pneumatic-orbital-sander-with-vacuum-ready-dust-extraction-3mm-orbit-mr-38cv-1","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}