Since its introduction in the early 1970s, the Hutchins Model 4500 has been one of our best-selling finishing sanders. The Model 4950 builds on that legacy with the same legendary balance, durability, and precision — now equipped with an integrated Vacuum Assist system for cleaner, dust-free operation. With its beautiful high-quality chrome shroud and sturdy single-piece aluminum body, the 4950 isn’t just a sander, it’s a professional-grade finishing tool built to last.

The 4950 is balanced to such a fine degree that it can be comfortably operated with a single finger. This extraordinary stability, combined with its heavier aluminum housing, dampens vibration to an ultra-low level. For many operators, this means less fatigue during long shifts — and for those already living with Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS/white finger), it can mean the ability to keep working when other sanders are unmanageable.

Adding Vacuum Assist makes the 4950 even more versatile: by drawing dust directly into a connected vacuum system, it keeps the work surface clean, the air healthier, and the shop more productive. Equipping yourself with the 4950 early in your career means not just protecting your hands, but also protecting your lungs and workflow.

Other refinements include a flex-cover grip to reduce strain, a Positive-Action Drive with 4-bearing support for efficient power transfer, and an oversized drive head that eliminates pad wobble for uniform results. The optional #1839 handle further reduces vibration transfer and adds control for all-day comfort. And with the built-in pad release system, abrasive changes are quick and efficient.

Key Benefits

• Proven Legacy: Based on Hutchins’ best-selling 4500 finishing sander

• Cleaner Operation: Integrated Vacuum Assist system keeps surfaces and air dust-free

• Balanced to Perfection: Operates so smoothly it can be run with a single finger

• Work for Life: Ultra-low vibration helps protect hands from HAVS over a career

• Generational Trust: Many users report decades of reliable use, even into retirement

• Efficient Power: Positive-Action Drive delivers more output on less air

• Flawless Results: Oversized drive head eliminates pad wobble for full-contact sanding

Technical Specifications

• Pad Size: 6" VA Hook Pad (Optional 8" Pad Available)

• Action Type: Random Orbit, 3/32" Offset (Ultra-Fine Finish)

• Speed: 10,000+ RPM

• Weight: 3 lbs. 5 oz.

• Air Consumption: 9.8 CFM @ 90 PSI

• Noise Level: 79 dBa

• Pad Release: Built-in quick-release system

• Optional Handle: Part #1839

• Body Style: Single-Piece Aluminum (current production; legacy parts available for older two-piece models)

• Dust Collection: Vacuum Assist (connects to shop vacuum system)