Belt Sanders

Belt sanders range in size from 1" finger sanders to 37" wide, freestandign 15HP sanding machines. The most commonly used belt sander is 3"x21" (named by belt size). Features to look for in a belt sander include: dB of motor output (for noise), machine balance, location of handle grips to speed control switch, type of platen for a flat sanding surface, and dust collection.