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Rigid Oscillating Spindle & Belt Sander

I've owned one for a couple of years and had great sucess with it. Having the belt option is what set it aside from others. good dust removal when hook to system also.
 
Picked up one of these a few years ago at HD and aside from the adhesive-backed badging coming loose, I can't complain about it. In fact, I'm getting to do a little rearranging so I can make it more accessible--handier than dragging out the portable belt sander for tool sharpening, too.
 
I have had one for a couple of years and really like it. I don't much use the spindlesm just the belt. I got a pretty good supply of spindles and belts from Klingspor when I first got it and doubt I will need more any time soon. HD generally does not stock the replacement spindles. The dust collection port is connected to my DC system. DC is only fair but better than nothing.
 
I have one and like it a lot.
Lots on the InterTubes about it, look around.
Take your time setting it up, some minor adjustments are all that are needed, but they make a difference.
 
Thanks Mark. Actually was more interested in the oscillating belt feature. Would get one to play with if it was still back in the day when I had some $$.
 
I guess I'd be interested in what you hope to use the belt for that relates to turning. Or maybe it doesn't?

I own a spindle sander, but it's just that. I also own a drum sander, which is handy for thicknessing thin wood or surface preparation over large areas. My two former belt sanders are still at the school abusing wood in the hands of High Schoolers. I use planes for small stuff. Can't beat a surface from an edge. This seems to be a very small sander, incapable of surface work or even reliable edge work beyond its length.

For segmented work a disk sander is the preferred choice. I have one of those 12" with a 6x48 (~14" platen) belt on it. A good one with an accurate and sturdy arc, not a stamped steel one like the Ridgid, will give excellent results making precise angles.

FWIW, my spindle is the JET benchtop. It has an iron table, good power, and a long stroke which makes it possible to use it as a thickness sander as well.
 
i have the ridgid also. i picked it up at a flea market for $75.00. i use it quite a bit for small stuff and use the ends of the belt sander for most curved sanding where size permits. the spindle sleeves are readily availble on ebay.
 
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