The new FLEX Giraffe Outstanding performance
Unrivalled flexibility Optimum performance on ceilings and walls The success story of the best-selling long-neck sander continues. FLEX is redefining the standards yet again with the new FLEX Giraffe GE 7. Never before has it been possible to do so many things when effortlessly working on ceilings and walls: even more flexibility in the choice of applications, even greater efficiency when sanding, even better technology from the smallest detail to the system as a whole. It is simply unrivalled in every aspect. And has been so for more than 20 years. 2
Interchangeable sanding head system The innovative interchangeable head system enables you to master every task and meet every demand with great flexibility and efficiency. Its high degree of flexibility and ability to rotate facilitate uninterrupted working without damaging the contact surfaces on wall and ceiling. This produces clean and precise results and saves an incredible amount of time. NEW Random-orbital sanding head The effortless way to achieve perfect surfaces in Q3 and Q4 quality. Coatings and fillers can be sanded efficiently and the user is in complete control. Triangular sanding head The specialist for corners and edges makes it possible to sand transitions between walls and ceilings to a stepfree finish. Round sanding head - rotating For standard wall sanding with high removal rate. Segment sanding head with rotating edge segment Can sand surface transitions between wall and ceiling without the need to interrupt the work. This avoids laborious manual work. 3
Unrivalled handling The balance-shaft system The special arrangement of motor and head gearbox in combination with the tried-and-tested flexible shaft make the FLEX Giraffe incredibly easy to handle. The balanced design distributes the forces in a sensible way, thus reducing the torsional moment. Ergonomics with method in the system The FLEX Giraffe has always been synonymous with optimum handling and good balance. Yet another reason for us to resolutely continue to develop these characteristics. These include not only the compact, rugged design and the practical details, but in particular the ergonomically sensible weight distribution. Ready in seconds Its practical carrying bag means the FLEX Giraffe is always ready for use in a couple of seconds - whatever the task. It offers sufficient space for interchangeable heads and accessories and provides a solid tool which no need steps up to the mark under the tough conditions found on a construction site. 4
The ERGO-max system Optimum ease of handling is a guiding principle of product development at FLEX. From the spade handle and the ergonomic grip tube through to the arrangement and design of the functional elements, the FLEX Giraffe GE 7 is optimally adapted to the needs and work processes of painters and dry-wall constructors. tested and recommended by ergonomic product Very easy on the back The FLEX Giraffe GE 7 has been tested and recommended by experts. A grip on everything The spade grip has optimised ergonomics and a lever effect which significantly relieves the stress on the back, thus making the FLEX Giraffe GE 7 secure to hold and control. Fatigue-free working The user benefits from the low weight and the balanced weight distribution of the FLEX Giraffe GE 7, particularly when working on large areas or for a longer time overhead. This avoids unnecessary physical strain. A good feeling The Giraffe is even easier to handle thanks to the new oval grip tube. It makes precision work even easier. 5
Unrivalled precision 90 Flexible adaptation Especially in demand when working in narrow spaces or on complex surfaces: The gimbal suspension of the sanding heads means that the GE 7 achieves maximum flexibility and creates smooth transitions on all surface geometries. Difficult sections such as corners and edges can be sanded to perfection without having to interrupt the work. Lateral movement The GE 7 can be moved from side to side and guided so easily that the force needed to move the sanding head is noticeably reduced. Reworking and corrections to the surface are thus done in no time. 6
Quality leads to precision The new generation of the rugged, flexible shaft with its enormous increase in service life creates the basis for this so that the FLEX Giraffe GE 7 far outstrips other long-neck sanders in terms of power transmission. 7
Unrivalled in every detail Full-wave electronic control Controllable speed can be set to suit the sanding task. Under load, the constant speed is maintained by the full-wave electronic control with overload protection. Since the sander was launched in 1997, FLEX engineers have been working constantly to enhance the pioneer of the long-neck sanders even further. Every subsequent generation of the Giraffe thus represents innovation and better perfected handling on the construction site. The GE 7 has now achieved another milestone which makes dry-wall construction work even simpler and more flexible. This is our clear brand promise to all users. Tool-free extension An additional extension tube can be integrated if required with just one click, thus making it possible to work on high walls and ceilings. TECHNICAL DATA GE 7 Sanding disk Ø No-load speed Stroke rate at no-load MH-X D225 Stroke rate at no-load MH-T 290x290 Power consumption Power output Tool fixture Extension 225 mm 1,100-1,650 rpm 3,100-4,600 rpm 3,800-5,700 rpm 710 watts 410 watts hook and loop Plug-in 500 mm Tilt angle at head 100 Speed control Continuous 6 positions Length (pad 90 ) 1,520 mm Weight 4.2 kg Click connection for the suction hose The FLEX Clip system provides safe suction without the need for an adapter. Simply attach the hose of the FLEX vacuum cleaner and work can begin. Dust-proof switch The dust cap prevents the on/ off switch from becoming dirty and its operation impaired. 8
Dust extraction hood with brush ring The brush rim of the extraction hood has spring suspension to prevent sanding marks being left behind when the sander touches the surface, and ensures optimum dust removal. Ergonomic guide tube Oval guide tube with improved grip. An additional handle can be incorporated here, if required. Gimbal suspension The gimbal-mounted sanding head with optimised joint provides great flexibility and optimum adjustment when sanding walls and ceilings. Flexible drive shaft The proven FLEX technology for reliable power transmission from the motor to the sanding pad. Interchangeable head system The right sanding head for every application and every requirement. Compact when packed Dustproof, dirtproof and space saving or simply easy to transport. The carrying bag is the perfect place to store the tool and accessories and the best companion on every building site. 9
Unrivalled as a system As a system provider for the painting and dry-wall construction trades, FLEX convinces with the good ideas for clean and safe working it has incorporated into the Giraffe. FLEX safety vacuum cleaner The tried-and-tested extraction system of the FLEX Giraffe has an efficiency of more than 95% and is supplemented by the FLEX safety vacuum cleaner, which can be equipped with a practical holder for the Giraffe tube. This provides a high level of mobility on the construction site, and also means that the tools and equipment can be stored quickly and tidily when moving to another site. VCE-GE Fix Giraffe holder VCE-GE Fix 445.185 22.40 10
GM 320 Mobile workstation for wall and ceiling sanding systems GM 320 382.167 1,299.00 FLEX Giraffe-mobile The mobile workstation makes it easier to undertake bigger tasks when working on large areas. The Giraffe-mobile is optimally designed to deal with the tough conditions encountered on construction sites. Steering control with brake and smooth-running wheels and castor make it easy to manoeuvre the workstation to just the right spot. A weight-optimised base plate is available for the FLEX safety vacuum cleaner. 11
Unrivalled performance for any application Giraffe GE 7 with round sanding head GE 7 + MH-O Round sanding head Clip-on quick clamping ring Bag GE 7 + MH-O 460.001 825.00 Giraffe GE 7 with round sanding head + triangular sanding head GE 7 + MH-O + MH-T + SH Round sanding head Triangular sanding head Clip-on quick clamping ring Hose Bag GE 7 + MH-O + MH-T + SH 460.028 975.00 12
Giraffe GE 7 with segment sanding head + random-orbital sanding head GE 7 + MH-R + MH-X + SH Segment sanding head Random-orbital sanding head Clip-on quick clamping ring Hose Bag Giraffe GE 7 with segment sanding head GE 7 + MH-R + SH Segment sanding head Hose Bag GE 7 + MH-R + MH-X + SH 460.036 975.00 GE 7 + MH-R + SH 447.447 855.00 Round sanding head MH-O D225 Segment sanding head with rotating edge segment MH-R D225 MH-O D225 457.175 180.00 MH-R D225 457.183 199.00 Triangular sanding head MH-T 290 x 290 Random-orbital sanding head MH-X D225 MH-T 290 x 290 457.191 199.00 MH-X D225 457.205 229.00 13
Sanding accessories Ø 225 mm Product Type/grit PU Order no. Price Velcro sanding paper (perforated) Velcro sanding paper SELECTFLEX Velcro sanding paper SELECTFLEX Velcro sanding mesh Velcro sanding net NETFLEX Super-finishing pad Velcro sanding fleece P 40 25 280.739 81.20 P 60 25 260.233 77.80 P 80 25 260.234 79.60 P 100 25 260.235 75.50 P 120 25 282.405 77.10 P 150 25 311.995 75.50 P 180 25 311.987 75.50 P 220 25 260.236 75.50 P 16 10 350.079 41.90 P 40 20 370.924 37.40 P 60 25 348.503 38.50 P 80 25 348.511 36.30 P 100 25 348.538 33.70 P 120 25 349.216 33.70 P 150 25 349.224 33.70 P 180 25 349.232 33.70 P 220 25 348.546 33.70 5 x P 80/100/120/150/180 25 370.932 34.50 P 16 10 350.095 49.50 P 40 20 370.940 55.50 P 60 25 348.554 62.60 P 80 25 348.562 60.40 P 100 25 348.570 57.80 P 120 25 349.240 57.80 P 150 25 349.259 57.80 P 180 25 349.267 57.80 P 220 25 348.589 57.80 5 x P 80/100/120/150/180 25 370.959 59.10 K 80 25 260.237 84.00 K 100 25 260.230 84.00 P 80 25 446.173 53.30 P 100 25 446.181 53.30 P 120 25 446.203 53.30 P 150 25 446.211 53.30 S 320 10 281.026 53.20 S 1200 10 281.018 53.20 A 100 10 281.042 60.70 A 180 10 281.034 60.70 Interface D225 2 377.848 25.40 Diamond sanding pad 30 1 419.060 162.00 50 1 419.079 162.00 80 1 419.087 162.00 100 1 419.095 162.00 Extension GV 50 Carrying bag The extension offers greater flexibility and simple, too-free operation, thus making it possible to work on high walls and ceilings. GV 50 409.294 128.00 Light and robust carrying bag in tearproof textile material. Moulded foam inserts provide the Giraffe with optimum protection. The bag has enough storage space for accessories such as sanding disks, suction hose etc. TB-L 1,560x320x360 408.867 89.00 14
Additional accessories Product Part PU Order no. Price Insert for carrying bag Head support TBE-TG 1 408.735 10.50 Insert for carrying bag Grip holder TBE-BG 1 408.743 10.50 Fast clip adapter SAD-FC 32 1 410.497 12.10 Clip-on quick clamping ring red SH-FC 32 1 406.023 1.45 Antistatic suction hose with air bleed control SH-C 32 x 4m AS/NL 1 406.708 115.00 Additional handle HZ-SG 1 408.972 52.10 Adapter GMA G 1 409.308 68.80 Backing pad Ø 225 mm Product Part PU Order no. Price Padded adapter for GE 5, GE 5 R, GSE 5 R, GE 7 KAD D225/16 S 1 260.232 18.70 KAD D225/16 H 1 412.899 23.00 Velcro sanding pad Ø 225, round KAD D225/16 Set 1 399.418 43.80 Recommended sanding disc P 16 Sanding of wallpapered surfaces (woodchip) so they can quickly absorb liquids (wallpaper removers) 16 Sanding of polystyrene tiles for thermal insulation K 80-100 Sanding of plaster base coat 80-100 Sanding places which are soft, can smear or have not yet set 40-120 Linishing transitions between plastered surfaces when undertaking renovation work (old plaster - new plaster) S 320-1200 Marble and screeding plaster (wall and ceiling design) fine sanding and polishing 60-120 Sanding of unsound old coatings 100-150 Linishing of fully plastered surfaces, removal of spatula marks and unevenness on plastered areas of dry-wall construction and gypsum wallboards 120-180 Sanding walls after wallpaper has been removed and removal of wallpaper scraps 150-220 Fine sanding to prepare high-quality surfaces (trowelling technique) A 100-180 Roughing, cleaning and matting of old paint layers before repainting (large vehicles, containers etc.) 180 Intermediate sanding of waxed, oiled or stained wooden floors, wooden flooring and OSB boards (removal of protruding wooden fibres) Diamond grinding pad Sanding pads for dry sanding, a great advantage in repair and renovation work. Suitable for sanding and polishing granite worktops, porcelain stoneware tiles, floor slabs, visible concrete surfaces, natural stone on window sills, cladding, sculptures, steps 150-220 Intermediate sanding of waxed, oiled or stained wooden floors, wooden flooring and OSB boards (removal of protruding wooden fibres) 15
More information about our range of wall and ceiling sanders is available from your trained specialist retailer or at www.flex-tools.com Your FLEX retailer: FLEX-Elektrowerkzeuge GmbH Bahnhofstrasse 15 71711 Steinheim Germany www.flex-tools.com EN 474.290 / 07-2018 The accessories supplied with the tools correspond to the standard basic accessories. Technical modifications, price changes and errors excepted. All prices are quoted as non-binding recommended prices excl. value added tax.