What sanding machines do we have in the workshop?

The sanders are used to remove a small amount of material from the edges of pieces. The sanders are useful for smoothing rough edges or removing a few millimetres.

There are 2 type of sanders in the machine room of the 3D workshop:

Belt Sander

Belt sanders are normally used for the beginning of the sanding process, or to rapidly remove material.

The belt sander also has a bobbin sander attachment. The bobbin sander is designed to help you achieve a smooth finish on curved edges and internal holes.

Disc Sander

The other machine is a disc sander. The disc sander is slower than the belt sander. It is usually used for fine sanding or small pieces.

The angle of the sanding surface of both machines can be adjusted. This allows for sanding of any angle between 0 and 90 degrees. A fence and an angle guide are also available on both machines. These help you guide the material flat against the sanding surface. Push sticks and push blocks are always available. These help keep your fingers away from the surface when sanding smaller objects.

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