Wise Buys: Benchtop Oscillating Spindle Sanders

 

Ridgid #EB4424

5 sanding drums: 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1-1/2", and 2" in diameter
Includes: 4 insert rings, drum washers, belt-sanding attachment, workpiece stop, hex wrenches
Weight: 40 lbs

Editor test-drive:
Not only is this machine nearly unstoppable as an oscillating spindle sander, it's also a 4x24" oscillating edge sander. The belt drive fits into the same drive shaft as the drums, and provides about 8" of working belt length. It takes about 30 seconds to make the change to spindle sanding. The front of the aluminum table tilts down to 48°. My shop vacuum hooked up easily to the 2-1/2" dust port and gathered in all but a little dust behind the drums.

--Tested by Dave Campbell, Deputy Editor

To learn more:
800-871-8158; leevalley.com