Rotary or Dual Action?
When choosing a polisher the first question to answer is “Rotary or Dual Action?” Below we’ll explain the key differences between a Rotary and a DA (Dual Action) and help determine which is right for you.
Rotary Polishers
What makes a rotary polisher a rotary is that its head spins on a single axis in a an even, circular motion.
Get the Power of Rotary
MaxShine M1000 5“/1000W Rotary Polisher Buffer
The best rotary polisher buffer cuts paint fast saving you time and money. MaxShine's M1000 Rotary Polisher gets the job done removing annoying swirls and scratches to get your vehicle looking beautiful again.
The 5in, 1000W machine has a range of 800-3300RPM. It can utilize backing plates all the way down to 1in, though ideally with an extension shaft for any below 5in in diameter.
Our Rotary Polishers & Accessories
Maxshine M550 3″/550W Rotary Car Polisher
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Maxshine M550 Rotary car polisher is the ideal polisher to get those smaller, hard-to-polish areas looking beautiful again. Mirrors, bumpers, and headlights are no problem for this unit. It’s among the easiest and safest machines to dip your foot into the rotary world.
Yet for those with rotary experience, the M550 provides professional quality, a durable workhorse that is lightweight and highly effective. However, sometimes areas even smaller than 3” need to be polished.
Maxshine Mini Rotary Polishing System
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Thread: 5/8″ Mini Polisher Maxshine Mini Rotary Polishing System can be used in areas like car headlamps, fog lights, brake lights, door handles, emblems, scratched glass surfaces, interior console panels, or small areas.
Provide high-quality car care experiences when working in hard-to-reach areas that many polishers can’t do.
Rotary Polisher not Included！！！
Dual Action Polishers
Dual action, or DA, polishers rotate in two different ways. It spins in a circular motion like the rotary but additionally moves in an orbit, similarly to how the earth spins on its own axis as well as orbits the sun.
MaxShine’s Flagship Dual Action Polisher
MaxShine M15 Pro 15mm/1000W Dual Action Orbital Polisher
- POWERFUL: 1000W motor with improved efficiency
- ADVANCED FEATURES: Variable-speed trigger with a locking function
- ERGONOMIC DESIGN: Enlarged rubberized hand and horn grips provide extra comfort
- PERFECTLY BALANCED: Makes polishing comfortable while offering superior polishing results
- POWER CORD: 13ft power cable creates a free range of motion
The 5in, 1000W machine has a 15mm throw and a range of 2200-5000RPM. This ideal mid-sized polisher is perfect for any beginner getting into detailing as well as the seasoned professional.
Our Dual Action (DA) Polishers
MaxShine M8S V2-1000W Motor | Dual Action Polisher for Car Detailing
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MaxShine M312 12mm/550W Dual Action Polisher | Orbital Polisher
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- POWERFUL: 550W motor with improved efficiency
- ERGONOMIC DESIGN: Enlarged rubberized hand and horn grips provides extra comfort
- PERFECTLY BALANCED: Makes polishing comfortable while offering superior polishing results
- POWER CORD: 13ft power cable creates free range of motion
MaxShine M15 Pro 15mm/1000W Dual Action Orbital Polisher
In stock
- POWERFUL: 1000W motor with improved efficiency
- ADVANCED FEATURES: Variable-speed trigger with a locking function
- ERGONOMIC DESIGN: Enlarged rubberized hand and horn grips provide extra comfort
- PERFECTLY BALANCED: Makes polishing comfortable while offering superior polishing results
- POWER CORD: 13ft power cable creates a free range of motion
MaxShine M21 Pro 21mm/1000W Dual Action Polisher | Random Orbital Polisher
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The MaxShine M21 Pro Dual Action Polisher is designed to make detailing safer and easier. The random orbital polisher easily removes swirl-marks and scratches, resulting in a perfect finish, time after time. The machine is also ideal for spreading sealants and waxes in an even layer for complete protection.
- POWERFUL: 1000W motor with improved efficiency
- ADVANCED FEATURES: Variable-speed trigger with a locking function
- ERGONOMIC DESIGN: Enlarged rubberized hand and horn grips provides extra comfort
- PERFECTLY BALANCED: Makes polishing comfortable while offering superior polishing results
- POWER CORD: 13ft power cable creates free range of motion
COMPARISON CHART
Power Polishers
ROTARY POLISHERS
| Cut Speed | Faster |
|---|---|
| Remove Severe Defects | Faster Removal |
Burning Paint | Increased Risk of "Burning" |
Experience | PRO |
Finish Results | Often Leaves Hazing |
DUAL ACTION POLISHERS
| Cut Speed | Slower |
|---|---|
| Remove Severe Defects | Slower Removal |
Burning Paint | Low Risk of "Burning" |
Experience | DIY, Beginners, Refinement for Professionals |
Finish Results | Easiest Mirror Finish |
Both, Rotary and Dual Action?
Combine the Best of Rotary and Dual Action Polisher to achieve the perfect result
Mini Cordless Polisher
Has the option for both rotary and dual action to best fit your polishing needs. Whichever polisher head you choose (rotary, or 3mm or 12mm DA), combined with the included 1.5in and 2in backing plates and pads, will aid you in achieving a perfect polish of those tiny, hard to reach details.
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WHICH IS BEST FOR YOU!
In this Youtube video we talk about MaxShine's 5" Polishers. We are going to see each one, from the unboxing to the comparison between them. Dual Action or Rotary, which one do you prefer?