About this product
HAWK Merlin 2-Speed WD Industrial Floor Machine
The HAWK Merlin 2-Speed WD Industrial Floor Machine combines innovative engineering and modern design to deliver exceptional performance and user safety. Its unique “Floating Head” WDTM Wheels Down handle carriage ensures 100% floor contact and allows forward and backward movement, unlike traditional side-to-side swing buffers. With two-speed operation (165 RPM for stripping and scrubbing, 300 RPM for buffing and polishing), it’s versatile and efficient. It also supports diamond tools, Claw, Scraper, and Orbitec tools.
Key Features
- 1.5 HP, 2-speed rectified DC motor for powerful performance.
- Hi-Lo 2-speed toggle switch mounted on the motor for easy speed adjustment.
- 115V, 50/60 Hz power (230V optional) with a 50 ft., 2-piece (12-3) industrial power cord and cord lock.
- Triple planetary XHD 11:1 helical-cut industrial gear for smooth operation at 165 RPM or 300 RPM.
- WDTM Wheels Down, 5-position pin-lock handle disassembles in 60 seconds for easy transport and storage.
- All-steel construction with a welded, powder-coated frame for durability.
- 17” and 20” brush covers with 360-degree wraparound bumper.
- Thumb-operated safety switch and negative pressure on/off switch for user safety.
- Dual steel operating triggers for ease of use.
- 2” x 8” non-marking load-bearing ball bearing wheels for smooth movement.
- Includes an 80 lb. weight kit for added stability.
- Optional dust pickup kit (17” and 20”) and solution tanks (4-gallon or 6-gallon).
- Quiet operation: 62 dB (low speed), 69 dB (high speed). Meets GS42 requirements.
- Built with UL/CUL listed components for safety.
Specifications
Category 17-inch Model 20-inch Model Model # HP1517-MER-2SXHD HP1520-MER-2SXHD Part # F0040-17-1.5TE-2S F0040-20-1.5TE-2S Machine Size 17-inch 20-inch Pad Size 16-inch 19-inch Pad Speed 165 / 300 RPM 165 / 300 RPM Amp Draw (Low/High Speed) 8.5 / 9.1 Amp 9.2 / 9.6 Amp Motor 1.5 HP, 66 frame, DC rectified 2-speed motor Power 115V, 50/60 Hz (230V optional) Drive System Triple-planetary XHD 11:1 helical-cut industrial gear Power Cord 50 ft. 12-3 SJTOW, 2-piece yellow power cord with twist lock plug Noise Level 66 dB (low speed) - 72 dB (high speed). Meets GS42 standard.Description supplied by Diamond Tool Store through its current Shopify listing. Product, performance, and health claims are the seller’s and have not been independently verified by StorkScout.
