Milwaukee 6078 7-Inch Disc Sander
The Milwaukee 6078 7-inch Disc Sander has a good sized 13 amp motor. It is versatile in that it can change from a 7-inch to a 9-inch tool.
Disc Sander Reviews
Makita GV5000 5-Inch Disc Sander
The Makita GV5000 5-inch Disc Sander comes with the sander, an abrasive disc, plastic pad, the side handle, and one hex wrench. It has a 3.6 amp motor which is powerful and can tackle a variety of sanding jobs.
Bosch 3727DEVS 6-Inch Disc Sander
The Bosch 3727DEVS 6-inch orbital sander and polisher ready to perform a multitude of wood working projects.
Campbell Hausfelt PL1555100AV 7-Inch Disc Sander
The Campbell Hausfeld PL 1555100AV 7-inch Sander is powered by an air compressor. It is made for variable speeds going as fast as 4,500 revolutions per minute.
Grizzly G7297 12-Inch Benchtop Disc Sander
The Grizzly G7297 12-inch Benchtop Disc Sander has a powerful 1 horsepower 10 amp motor. This sander is made with quality materials enabling it to last for many years.
A Guide To Disc Sanders
A disc sander is a tool that you place sandpaper on the disc. The disc rotates enabling the operator to sand, grind or smooth different materials. Most disc sanders are stationary as opposed to portable.
How Disc Sanders Work
The disc sander works when you place the material that you want to sand on the table. You will slowly move the material to the sander and hold it while the sander rotates. The operator has total control over the material. The disc sander is mainly used for wood working but it can also be used on aluminum and plastics. They are equipped to sand and grind the material. You can even do a bit of crafting using the disc sander.
Disc Sander Features That You Want
When you choose the features you want think about the type of jobs you will be doing with your sander. When it comes to the power of the sander you can choose from a sander that has a 15 amp motor or one that has a 5 amp motor. If you are buying a sander for home use you probably won’t need the 15 amp. Something smaller will be sufficient and will work for you purposes.
When you choose a sander that has variable speed you will be able to do a variety of different wood working jobs. Using the variable speeds you can do fine finish work or switch it to the highest speed and take off unwanted wood stock.
If you have small children you might consider buying a sander with a safety switch so that the sander can not be accidentally turned on. It should also have an emergency stop button so it can be turned off immediately.
To make it more convenient to change the discs choose a sander that has a quick release lever to make disc changes quickly and easily.
It is best to choose a sander that has high revolutions per minute or rpm’s. With the higher number rpm’s you can use the sander to take off old paint and polish metals among other jobs.
Choose a disc sander that has a dust collection system so that the operator and people in the area will not inhale the dust. Some dust collection systems have canisters others have an insulated bag.
Disc sanders come in different sizes some of which are exclusively used for the construction jobs others are made for the homeowner usage. The price will vary from around $50 dollars up to around $500 dollars. Since most disc sanders are stationary you will need a workshop or a protected area to keep in it.
Last Thoughts
When you are in the store browsing the different disc sanders think about the name brand. The well known name brand companies will stand behind their products. Most all tool companies will give a great warranty. Choose a sander that has the features that you need and will use most often. Pick a sander that falls within your budget. Lastly, choose a disc sander that you will be happy owning.
