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This page details the space's belt and disc sanders, information on their operation and cleaning up afterwards.


== Record Power 300mm disc sander ==
'''Do not use these machines with materials that will generate silica dust. eg soapstone and other soft stones, sandstone,  ceramics, gemstones'''
a good reference on this subject  https://ehs.princeton.edu/health-safety-the-campus-community/art-theater-safety/art-safety/sculpture


Supplied with glued-on disc. Velcro backing has been bought to replace this so as to be able to use more easily changeable discs, which are also more easily purchased than the self-adhesive ones.
We have three larger disc / belt sanders in the [[Dusty Area]]:


Once this is using the Velcro-attached discs, it will become a slightly softer action sander - see, for example discussion on woodworking forum sites.
{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Sander DS3000.JPG|200px|link=Record Power DS3000 Disc Scander]] || [[File:Sander 3.JPG|200px|link=Record Power Disc & Belt Sander]] ||  [[File:Sander.JPG|200px|link=Denford TDS25 Belt & Disc Sander]]
|-  
|[[Record Power DS3000 Disc Scander]] || [[Record Power Disc & Belt Sander]] || [[Denford TDS25 Belt & Disc Sander]]
|}


== Record Power 150mm disc / 915mm belt sander ==
== Belt and Disc Cleaning ==
[[File:Block.jpg|thumb|200px|Silverline 224688 Sanding Belt Cleaning Block]]
As abrasive discs and belts are is used they fill up with waste material. To remove this, apply the belt/disc cleaning block to the surface of the abrasive, and 'sand away' the accumulated waste. This restores the abrasive's original colour, and greatly extends it life.


Supplied with glued-on disc. A stock of replacement discs in various grits exists, together with some for Velcro attachment should we change to that in future.
Do not allow discs and belts to get clogged up - this reduces the abrasives effectiveness, and they, and the workpiece overheat, and it takes more effort to achieve the results you want.
 
Belt Cleaner: [http://www.toolstation.com/shop/Power+Tool+Accessories/d80/Cloth+Belts/sd2744/Belt+Cleaning+Stick/p37031 Toolstation Item 37031]''(deadlink April 2019)''  / Silverline 224688 or 218490 .


== Dust Extraction and Safety ==
== Dust Extraction and Safety ==


Both bench sanders have the same size extraction port for connection to a suitable vacuum (e.g. the grey-green Hoover ShopVac). Only one can be connected at a time, but this is unlikely to be a hindrance to use until we become much busier.
All of the sanders in the dusty area are connected to the large green extractor. This is switched on at a central location. Please remember to switch it off when the job is done as this saves electricity.


Remember that breathing dust can be hazardous to health. Wear a dust mask when using these tools. You may also find ear defenders useful as the ShopVac is rather noisy in operation!
Remember that breathing dust can be hazardous to health. Wear a dust mask when using these tools. You may also find ear defenders useful as the ShopVac is rather noisy in operation!
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Even with vacuum extraction, using these machines still creates a lot of dust. Always brush / vacuum away after use so as to leave the equipment ready for the next person.
Even with vacuum extraction, using these machines still creates a lot of dust. Always brush / vacuum away after use so as to leave the equipment ready for the next person.
==See also==
* [[Tools/We Have/Power Tools]] - the space also has several hand-held power sanders
{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Makita_sander.png|200px]] || [[Makita 150mm Random Orbital Sander]]
|-
| [[File:Nottinghack Tools Detail Sanders.jpg|200px]]|| Bosch PSM80A Mouse (Large) Bosch PDA120E (Small, Green) Challenge MS3467 (Small, Blue) - May have broken / been removed
|-
| [[File:Nottinghack Tools Various Sanders.jpg|200px]]|| Ferm VM-150 1/3 Sheet Finishing Sander 135W PowerCraft 2408 Belt Sander 950W PowerCraft S1A-AK2J8-125TB 125mm Rotary Orbital Sander 420W - May have broken / been removed
|}
[[Category:Woodwork]]

Latest revision as of 20:14, 17 April 2025

This page details the space's belt and disc sanders, information on their operation and cleaning up afterwards.

Do not use these machines with materials that will generate silica dust. eg soapstone and other soft stones, sandstone, ceramics, gemstones a good reference on this subject https://ehs.princeton.edu/health-safety-the-campus-community/art-theater-safety/art-safety/sculpture

We have three larger disc / belt sanders in the Dusty Area:

Record Power DS3000 Disc Scander Record Power Disc & Belt Sander Denford TDS25 Belt & Disc Sander

Belt and Disc Cleaning

Silverline 224688 Sanding Belt Cleaning Block

As abrasive discs and belts are is used they fill up with waste material. To remove this, apply the belt/disc cleaning block to the surface of the abrasive, and 'sand away' the accumulated waste. This restores the abrasive's original colour, and greatly extends it life.

Do not allow discs and belts to get clogged up - this reduces the abrasives effectiveness, and they, and the workpiece overheat, and it takes more effort to achieve the results you want.

Belt Cleaner: Toolstation Item 37031(deadlink April 2019) / Silverline 224688 or 218490 .

Dust Extraction and Safety

All of the sanders in the dusty area are connected to the large green extractor. This is switched on at a central location. Please remember to switch it off when the job is done as this saves electricity.

Remember that breathing dust can be hazardous to health. Wear a dust mask when using these tools. You may also find ear defenders useful as the ShopVac is rather noisy in operation!

Clean Up Afterwards!

Even with vacuum extraction, using these machines still creates a lot of dust. Always brush / vacuum away after use so as to leave the equipment ready for the next person.

See also

Makita 150mm Random Orbital Sander
Bosch PSM80A Mouse (Large) Bosch PDA120E (Small, Green) Challenge MS3467 (Small, Blue) - May have broken / been removed
Ferm VM-150 1/3 Sheet Finishing Sander 135W PowerCraft 2408 Belt Sander 950W PowerCraft S1A-AK2J8-125TB 125mm Rotary Orbital Sander 420W - May have broken / been removed