New Powr-Flite Classic Metal 17 Buffers/Burnisher
Our Take (from the SES Sales Team)
“If a building has one floor machine, it’s usually a 17 in, 175 rpm swing machine, because it can handle most of the floor jobs on the list: scrubbing, stripping and buffing. The Classic C171HD is Powr-Flite’s all-metal take on that machine. The 1.5 hp motor turns the pad through an all-steel triple planetary gearbox, which gives a low-speed machine the torque it needs when you are stripping old finish or grinding off buildup, and Powr-Flite says it is also gentle enough for buffing finished floors. The handle housing, tube and trigger assembly are all metal, the chrome finish resists chips and corrosion, and full surround non-marking bumpers protect baseboards and furniture. It takes standard 17 in pads or 15 in brushes, so it fits the pads most crews already stock. One thing to plan for: the pad driver is sold separately, since many customers already have one. If you need one, add a 17 in pad driver to the order. For a custodial closet that needs one dependable machine for stripping, scrubbing and buffing, this is a strong choice.”
A 17 in all-metal floor machine for stripping, scrubbing and buffing
The Powr-Flite Classic C171HD is a 17 in, 175 rpm floor machine for custodial crews in schools, offices, retail stores, churches and other facilities. A 1.5 hp motor drives the pad through an all-steel triple planetary gearbox with enough power for tough jobs like grinding, and it can also be used for buffing finished floors.
All-metal handle housings, tube and trigger assemblies add durability, and a high-polish chrome finish resists chips and corrosion. It uses 17 in pads or 15 in brushes. The pad driver is sold separately. This is Powr-Flite model C171HD, assembled in Fort Worth, Texas.
Condition: New.
What you get
A rugged, low-speed workhorse
Add a pad driver and, if you need it, a solution tank
Features
Classic design, modern performance
- ✓Powerful 1.5 hp, 175 rpm motor for stripping, scrubbing and buffing
- ✓All-steel triple planetary gearbox
- ✓Thumb-activated safety interlock switch prevents accidental start-ups
- ✓High-polish chrome finish resists chips and corrosion
- ✓Full surround non-marking bumpers help protect walls and furniture
Classic metal lineup
Which Classic machine fits the job?
| C131-7 | C171HD (this unit) | C1600-3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pad size | 13 in (11 in brushes) | 17 in (15 in brushes) | 20 in |
| Pad speed | 175 rpm | 175 rpm | 1,600 rpm |
| Motor | 1 hp | 1.5 hp | 1.5 hp |
| Drive | Triple planetary gearbox | Triple planetary gearbox | V-belt |
| Typical jobs | Scrubbing, buffing and polishing in smaller areas | Stripping, grinding, scrubbing and buffing | High-speed burnishing of floor finish |
| Pad driver | Sold separately | Sold separately | 20 in flexible pad driver included |
Specifications
Powr-Flite Classic C171HD at a glance
| Models | Classic C171HD floor machine |
|---|---|
| Pad size | 17 in |
| Brush size | 15 in |
| Pad speed | 175 rpm |
| Motor | 1.5 hp |
| Running amps | 10 |
| Transmission | All-steel triple planetary gearbox |
| Housing | All metal, chrome finish |
| Power cord | 50 ft, 14/3 |
| Cord strain relief | Heavy-duty metal, lock nut and spring |
| Wheels | Two 4 in non-marking |
| Handle tube | All chrome, 1.5 in |
| Operation control | Dual lever on/off safety switch |
| Pad driver | Sold separately |
| Optional accessory | 4 gal solution tank (FM91) |
| Model Numbers | Powr-Flite C171HD (Classic metal floor machine, 17 in, 1.5 hp) |
Specifications from Powr-Flite. Technical specs may include optional equipment that is not included with all units.
Questions
Powr-Flite Classic C171HD: common questions
Is a pad driver included?
No. The pad driver is sold separately, because many users already have one. Powr-Flite’s 717DP 17 in tufted pad driver fits this machine.
What size pads and brushes does it use?
17 in pads with a pad driver, or 15 in brushes.
What jobs can it do?
At 175 rpm with a 1.5 hp motor, it handles stripping, scrubbing and grinding, and Powr-Flite says it can also buff finished floors. For high-speed burnishing, look at a 1,600 rpm burnisher such as the Classic C1600-3.
Can I add a solution tank?
Yes. Powr-Flite offers an optional 4 gal solution tank, item FM91.
Is there a larger or smaller version?
The Classic line also includes the 13 in C131-7 and a 20 in model, the C201HD.
Not sure the C171HD is the right machine?
Tell our team about your floors and the jobs you need to do, stripping, scrubbing or buffing, and we will help you decide if this is the right floor machine.
