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|type=power tool
|type=power tool
|access=after they have been repaired (see [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/25 #25]
|access=after they have been repaired (see [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/25 #25]
|location=[[CoMaking Room|CoMaking room]] (for now)
|material=[[wood]]
|material=[[wood]]
|tutors=
|tutors=[[Lukas]]
|manual=
|manual=
|similar=[[Belt Sander|belt sander]]
|similar=[[Belt Sander|belt sander]]
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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]].'''
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 ==
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== Consumables ==
== Consumables ==
=== [[Sanding Discs]] ===
=== [[Sanding Discs]] ===
Typical sanding disc sizes are 120 or 150 mm.
Typical sanding disc sizes are 120 or 150 mm. We are not currently keeping them in stock so you should be prepared to bring your own.
 
If you plan to remove paint, make sure to use special discs that don't clog as easily (usually with a white coating)! A [[spatula]] or a [[plane]] is usually more appropriate for this kind of work, though.
 
== Festo RO 2 E ==
{{ToolInfoBox
|tool name=Festo RO 2 E
|image=
|access=after repair (see [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/25 #25]) & [[Handheld Sander Introduction|personal introduction]]
|location=[[CoMaking Room|CoMaking room]] (for now)
|tutors=
|manual=[https://ns323666.ip-37-187-156.eu/manuals/Festo%20Orbital%20Sander/Festo%20RO%202%20E%20Orbital%20Sander.pdf manuall.de]
|used with=150 mm [[Sanding Discs|sanding discs]] with holes
}}


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.
<br clear=all>
== Festo RO 150 E ==
{{ToolInfoBox
|tool name=Festo RO 150 E
|image=
|access=after repair (see [https://github.com/comakingspace/do-something/issues/25 #25]) & [[Handheld Sander Introduction|personal introduction]]
|location=[[CoMaking Room|CoMaking room]] (for now)
|tutors=
|manual=nearly identical to [https://ns323666.ip-37-187-156.eu/manuals/Festo%20Orbital%20Sander/Festo%20RO%202%20E%20Orbital%20Sander.pdf Festo RO 2 E (manuall.de)]
|used with=150 mm [[Sanding Discs|sanding discs]] with holes
}}





Revision as of 20:03, 4 July 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
Access Requirements: after they have been repaired (see #25
Tutors: Lukas
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. We are not currently keeping them in stock so you should be prepared to bring your own.

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

Festo RO 2 E

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Festo RO 2 E

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Used with: 150 mm sanding discs with holes
Location: CoMaking room (for now)
Access Requirements: after repair (see #25) & personal introduction
Manual: manuall.de


Festo RO 150 E

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Festo RO 150 E

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Used with: 150 mm sanding discs with holes
Location: CoMaking room (for now)
Access Requirements: after repair (see #25) & personal introduction
Manual: nearly identical to Festo RO 2 E (manuall.de)