1" x 42" belt sander specifications

Overall dimensions (as per plans)

Sanding belt25mm x 1067mm1" x 42"
Overall size63 x 28 x 34 cm 25"x11"x13.5"
Table size22 x 18 cm8.5" x 7"
Table tilt-8° to 45°
Exposed belt height14.4 cm5 5/8"
Space behind belt24.1 cm9 1/2"
Weight (with motor)  9 kg (approx)
20 lbs (approx)
Motor Use an induction motor in the range of 1450 to 3500 RPM, 1/6 hp to 1/2 hp. Old clothes dryer motors, top loading washer motors, or furnace blower motors can be used.

Do not use universal motors (motors with brushes), as these run much too fast. However, you could power it with a hand drill, as these are geared down to reasonable speeds.


Dimensions shown in centimeters

Also see 1.5"x48" strip sander specs

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