Oscillating Sander advice - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

SteveK · 08-05-2012, 12:19 PM

Considering this sander and looking for any advice or experience. My main initial use would be for sanding inside curves like in Carole's bowls (straight sides).

Oscillating Edge/Belt Spindle Sander-EB4424 at The Home Depot

Harbor Freight has a cheaper sander, but it does not appear to tilt.

Any input?

Thanks

Cutting Cathy · 08-05-2012, 01:08 PM

Steve after spending over twice that much on a Jet oscillating sander and being disappiontd in it I would say go with this one. Every time I use the Jet I regret not sending it back!! I know Mike (wooden-n-things) has one and highly recommends it.

tgiro · 08-05-2012, 01:56 PM

I've got this one & it's pretty good. The table will true up for a good 90-degree angle. The capability of using the round sanding drums or the belt device is great! I use this thing a lot when I'm truing up segments for my segments bowls.

Tony

wood-n-things · 08-05-2012, 02:07 PM

I do have this one and have had for quite some time. After my random orbital it is my go to sander. I would not hesitate to recommend it.

Berone · 08-05-2012, 02:14 PM

I've had mine for about 10 years. It's an excellent tool. Make sure to also get a crepe sandpaper cleaner, as the paper does clog quickly. I've heard some people complain that the motor bogs down, but I can't imagine how much pressure they must be putting on the work to have that happen.

campasano · 08-05-2012, 02:26 PM

I have my Rigid for 3 years and love it, not a single problem with it in all the time I have owned it. I recommend it highly.

Mike

SteveK · 08-05-2012, 05:01 PM

Thanks, probably off to HD later. Now if the summer heat would just leave I could use some of these tools!

Bill Wilson · 08-05-2012, 06:53 PM

That sander is a real gem. I've had mine for probably about 5 years and like it a lot. Not a production tool, but perfect for hobbiest use and very versatile.

Hawaiilad · 08-05-2012, 08:55 PM

Steve, I have the same unit and really like using it. I found out I would have rather had a complete table that would tilt instead of just the front of the table when sanding the inside of the bowls. I did purchase the Jet as well and use it allot when making the bowls, but I still use the Rigid for other projects.... I think it's a great machine for the cost. Paid nearly twice that much for the Jet, but it's a great sander as well. But, I wish I would have spent the money for a thickness sander and just stayed with the Rigid.

08-05-2012, 12:19 PM	#1
SteveK Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 685 Thanks: 30 Thanked 52 Times in 52 Posts	Oscillating Sander advice Considering this sander and looking for any advice or experience. My main initial use would be for sanding inside curves like in Carole's bowls (straight sides). Oscillating Edge/Belt Spindle Sander-EB4424 at The Home Depot Harbor Freight has a cheaper sander, but it does not appear to tilt. Any input? Thanks __________________ Steve Richmond, VA It's curved when I want straight, and straight when I want curved. DW-788

08-05-2012, 01:08 PM	#2
Cutting Cathy Proud Grandma Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Nebraska Posts: 1,236 Thanks: 2 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Steve after spending over twice that much on a Jet oscillating sander and being disappiontd in it I would say go with this one. Every time I use the Jet I regret not sending it back!! I know Mike (wooden-n-things) has one and highly recommends it. __________________ Cathy in NE "While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is all about." - Anonymous

08-05-2012, 01:56 PM	#3
tgiro Perpetual Student Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Rouzerville, PA - about 20 miles southwest of Gettysburg PA Posts: 396 Thanks: 1 Thanked 20 Times in 20 Posts	I've got this one & it's pretty good. The table will true up for a good 90-degree angle. The capability of using the round sanding drums or the belt device is great! I use this thing a lot when I'm truing up segments for my segments bowls. Tony __________________ Love your enemies. It makes them so damned mad.

08-05-2012, 02:07 PM	#4
wood-n-things Staying Positive Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Hamilton, Montana Posts: 18,560 Thanks: 50 Thanked 380 Times in 281 Posts	I do have this one and have had for quite some time. After my random orbital it is my go to sander. I would not hesitate to recommend it. __________________ "Montana MIKE" There is a very fine line between “hobby” and “mental illness.” As You Slide Down the Banister of Life, Pray That All The Splinters Are Pointed The Other Way... "Don't worry about old age--it doesn't last that long." Mike's Wood-n-Things

08-05-2012, 05:01 PM	#7
SteveK Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 685 Thanks: 30 Thanked 52 Times in 52 Posts	Thanks, probably off to HD later. Now if the summer heat would just leave I could use some of these tools! __________________ Steve Richmond, VA It's curved when I want straight, and straight when I want curved. DW-788

08-05-2012, 02:14 PM	#5
Berone Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Peekskill, NY Posts: 381 Thanks: 4 Thanked 20 Times in 18 Posts	I've had mine for about 10 years. It's an excellent tool. Make sure to also get a crepe sandpaper cleaner, as the paper does clog quickly. I've heard some people complain that the motor bogs down, but I can't imagine how much pressure they must be putting on the work to have that happen.

08-05-2012, 02:26 PM	#6
campasano Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Citrus Heights,Ca. Posts: 854 Thanks: 3 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	I have my Rigid for 3 years and love it, not a single problem with it in all the time I have owned it. I recommend it highly. Mike

08-05-2012, 06:53 PM	#8
Bill Wilson Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Butler, PA Posts: 1,886 Thanks: 2 Thanked 82 Times in 69 Posts	That sander is a real gem. I've had mine for probably about 5 years and like it a lot. Not a production tool, but perfect for hobbiest use and very versatile. __________________ Homer : "Oh, and how is education supposed to make me feel smarter. Besides, every time I learn something new, it pushes some old stuff out of my brain."

08-05-2012, 08:55 PM	#9
Hawaiilad Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Big Island in Hawaii Posts: 2,090 Thanks: 0 Thanked 18 Times in 18 Posts	Steve, I have the same unit and really like using it. I found out I would have rather had a complete table that would tilt instead of just the front of the table when sanding the inside of the bowls. I did purchase the Jet as well and use it allot when making the bowls, but I still use the Rigid for other projects.... I think it's a great machine for the cost. Paid nearly twice that much for the Jet, but it's a great sander as well. But, I wish I would have spent the money for a thickness sander and just stayed with the Rigid. __________________ Hawaiilad Larry

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