Documented Science
Every score and benchmark published on DetailRig is tied to a specific versioned protocol. We document our instruments, environmental controls, and measurement tolerances so that results are verifiable.

Repeatable Instrumental Test Environments
Citable Reference Data
Equipment Benchmark Tables
Manufacturer-rated PSI/GPM with computed Cleaning Units, polisher throw/OPM, and vacuum capacity across the full catalog — free to cite with attribution.
Protocol v1.0Effective: 2026-09-01
DetailRig Dual-Action Polisher Protocol
Evaluation of random orbital polishers assessing downward pressure tolerance before rotation stall, vibration dampening across speeds 1-6, and thermal heat buildup after 20 minutes continuous run.
Key Metrics Evaluated:
stallTorqueResistancehandleVibrationRatingtriggerErgonomicsheatTransferToBackingPlatespeedDialUsability
Protocol v1.0Effective: 2026-09-01
DetailRig Pressure Washer Protocol
Standardized automotive wash-bay evaluation testing water flow across standard nozzle orifices (3.0, 3.5, 4.0), sound pressure at 1 meter, total electrical draw, and hose reel usability.
Key Metrics Evaluated:
measuredFlowGpmworkingPsiAtNozzleoperatingNoiseDbsetupTimeMinhoseKinkResistancefoamCannonFoamDensitystorageFootprintSqFt