Belt, Disc, and Spindle Sander Basics - WOOD magazine

Whether you're new to power sanders or just need a refresher course, WOOD magazine's Craig Ruegsegger covers the basic operation of these tools. Learn the proper techniques to using them, and the terminology associated with them. These building blocks help you learn to master these tools for safety and accuracy.

[dscritter]

I'm a newbie, and boy, did I just learn A LOT! That was so helpful. Thank u!

[mikedeman]

Just want to say I am really enjoying this 'Basics' series. These videos are SO helpful, especially to beginners and 'improvers'. Thank you for sharing your experience and expertise. :)

[gilmotier]

Thank you! I was going crazy trying to remember what kind of sander we used in shop class when I was in middle school (because I need something similar for a current project) and thanks to this video, I now know it was a disc sander.

[RGRGJKK]

Pura vida this guy is an excelent teacher with great explanation about this issue. Pura vida =thanks guys

[LDBecker]

Thanks for these videos. I watched it because the title mentioned “drum sanders, ” which actually don’t seem to be covered in this video. I struggle with my 16/32 drum sander trying to sort out what grit to use, and how to keep from burning wood and damaging belts (I AM getting good at changing belts, though-haha $$$). Thanks!

[copperheavy]

Whoop dang! I think I can smell the quality of that beast from here. That ain't no hobby sander.

[icespeckledhens]

Interesting review on sanders, a bit easier than using shooting boards, spokeshaves etc

[emilysofiatrujillo]

Muchas Gracias maestro... Un lujo de máquinas, Excelente video.

[mikeingeorgia]

That oscillating sander is pretty nice. I’ve seen one but I’ve never used one.

[buddytaylor]

What model belt/disc sander do you have in this video?

[jmjluvdance]

SAFETY ALERT! At about 4:30 in the video you turn on the sander and put the hole over the moving spindle. I have seen blood, bruises, and 911 calls for people that have done this. MATERIAL SHOULD BE ON THE TABLE ANY TIME THAT THE SPINDLE IS

[IKnowICanIKnowICanDoIt]

Will you share the make and model of the combo sander please

[JeremiahHill-vm]

The outer section of the disk sander soes not move fast than the inner portion. They move at the same exact pace.

[yysama]

Hello, I would like to ask, what are the different types of disc sander?

[josuemaciel]

Would you ever use this tool to sand the full length of a board?

[olonips]

I would mention that sanders generate a lot of sawdust, and a mask should be worn when using them

[dbnoho]

Very close to buying a belt/disc sander for cutting board finish/shortcuts. I make end grain cutting boards. As you know, face grain, whatever quick sanding. But once it’s on the Endgrain I have to sand at 80 grit for an hour or so. I’m wondering if I can use a belt sander to get the 80 grit stage done and then move on with just random orbit for 100/150/200/220.

Anyone try it that way because if it can save me 45 minutes per board, money well spent.

[larrybarry]

Looks like a Grizzly G1276 6" x 48" Belt/12" Disc Combination Sander

[nephiilim]

i still dont see the difference between the belt and the disk. the sanding you did on the disc you can do on the belt just the same. so why a disc sander ?

[BradleyBuiltWoodcraft]

He said “nut tight on the shaft”
Love it