SPTA Dual Action Polishers: Specifications and Safety Notes
At a glance
- What it is: A range of corded and cordless dual action (DA) car polishers from SPTA. Our earlier page did not name a model, so this page lists what SPTA’s store shows.
- Key specifications: Corded models from 710W to 1200W with orbits from 8mm to 21mm; cordless brushless models in 3 inch and 5 inch (SPTA).
- Suits: Home detailers choosing between a small 3 inch and a 5 inch machine.
- Skip if: You need to know which model our earlier review covered. We could not tell.
We haven’t tested this product ourselves. This page summarises SPTA’s store listing for its car polishers, checked 19 October 2026. The listing shows no prices or speed ranges.
Specifications
| Model | Type | Power | Orbit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP501 | Corded DA | 1100W | 9, 12, 15 or 21mm | [1] |
| CP503 | Corded forced DA, 6 inch | 1200W | Not stated | [1] |
| CP301 | Corded DA, 3 inch | Not stated | 8, 9 or 12mm | [1] |
| CP304 | Corded DA, 5 inch | 710W | Not stated | [1] |
| CP401, CP402 | Cordless brushless DA, 3 inch | Not stated | 9mm and 8mm | [1] |
| CP404 | Cordless brushless DA, 5 inch | Not stated | Not stated | [1] |
| CP601 | Cordless brushless DA | Not stated | 12, 15 or 21mm | [1] |
The listing also includes the CP302 (3 inch forced DA) and a CP502 rotary polisher, which is not a DA. Speed and price are not shown for any model.
What owners report
We have not reviewed owner feedback for this product.
Known issues and safety
Recall check: we searched GOV.UK product safety alerts, reports and recalls (Office for Product Safety and Standards) for “spta” on 19 October 2026 and found no results [2]. Check the list again for the exact model before you buy.
We did not review a manual. Wear eye and ear protection, keep the cable clear of the pad, and check the plug type for the UK.
Questions people ask
What does a larger orbit do?
A larger orbit covers more paint per pass but is harder to control. A smaller orbit suits beginners and tight areas.
Are these sold in the UK?
SPTA lists store pages in several regions; we did not confirm UK plugs or warranty for these models.
Alternatives
- DAS-6 PRO: A DA polisher with a UK distributor. See our separate page.
- Other machine polishers: See our machine polishers hub.
Our verdict
Based on the evidence, SPTA offers a broad DA range, but we cannot match our earlier review to one model, and the store lists no prices or speeds. This is a research summary, not a test result.
Sources
- SPTA Car Polisher collection, SPTA, sptaautocare.com. The page shows no date. Checked 19 October 2026.
- GOV.UK search of product safety alerts, reports and recalls, Office for Product Safety and Standards, gov.uk. Searched 19 October 2026.