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|tool name=''Eccentric Sander''
|tool name=''Eccentric Sanders''
|image=
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|synonyms=geared eccentric sander,<br>random orbital sander,<br>DE: (Getriebe-)Exzenterschleifer
|synonyms=geared eccentric sanders,<br>random orbital sanders,<br>DE: (Getriebe-)Exzenterschleifer
|type=power tool
|type=power tool
|access=
|access=after they have been repaired (see [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/25 #25]
|location=
|location=[[CoMaking Room|CoMaking room]] (for now)
|material=[[wood]]
|material=[[wood]]
|tutors=
|tutors=
|manual=
|manual=
|similar=[[Belt Sander|belt sander]]
|similar=[[Belt Sander|belt sander]]
|used with=[[Sanding Discs|sanding discs]]
}}
}}
An eccentric sander is very useful for finishing surfaces. The major advantage of this kind of sander is the irregular motion of the sanding pad which greatly reduces unsightly marks on the workpiece.
An eccentric sander is very useful for finishing surfaces. The major advantage of this kind of sander is the irregular motion of the sanding pad which greatly reduces unsightly marks on the workpiece.
We have a Festo RO 2 E and a Festo RO 150 E that '''need to be repaired (see [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/25 #25] before they can be added to the [[Wood Workshop|wood workshop]].'''


== Safety ==
== Safety ==
When using an eccentric sander, always take the time to properly [[Clamps|clamp]] down your workpiece, hook up the [[Shop Vac|shop vac]] and wear safety glasses.
When using an eccentric sander, always take the time to properly [[Clamps|clamp]] down your workpiece, hook up the [[Shop Vac|shop vac]] and wear [[goggles|safety glasses]]. Depending on your material, you may also need a [[Dust Masks|dust mask]]!


== Suggested Reading ==
== Suggested Reading ==
*[https://assets.festool.com/media/p2010_gwro150_de.pdf (DE) Grundwissen Rotex]
*[https://assets.festool.com/media/p2010_gwro150_de.pdf (DE) Grundwissen Rotex]


== Accessories ==
== Consumables ==
=== Sanding Discs ===
=== [[Sanding Discs]] ===
Typical sanding disc sizes are 120 or 150 mm.
Typical sanding disc sizes are 120 or 150 mm.


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[[Category:Power Tools]]
[[Category:Power Tools]]
[[Category:Sanders]]
[[Category:Sanding]]
[[Category:Sanding]]
[[Category:Woodworking]]
[[Category:Woodworking]]

Revision as of 00:21, 8 June 2018

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Eccentric Sanders

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Synonyms: geared eccentric sanders,
random orbital sanders,
DE: (Getriebe-)Exzenterschleifer
Type: power tool
Material: wood
Used with: sanding discs
Location: CoMaking room (for now)
Access Requirements: after they have been repaired (see #25
Similar (More or Less): belt sander

An eccentric sander is very useful for finishing surfaces. The major advantage of this kind of sander is the irregular motion of the sanding pad which greatly reduces unsightly marks on the workpiece.

We have a Festo RO 2 E and a Festo RO 150 E that need to be repaired (see #25 before they can be added to the wood workshop.

Safety

When using an eccentric sander, always take the time to properly clamp down your workpiece, hook up the shop vac and wear safety glasses. Depending on your material, you may also need a dust mask!

Suggested Reading

Consumables

Sanding Discs

Typical sanding disc sizes are 120 or 150 mm.

If you plan to remove paint, make sure to use special discs that don't clog as easily (usually with a white coating)! A plane is usually more appropriate for this kind of work, though.