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WEN 6502 Belt and Disc Sander
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A 4x36 belt and a 6-inch disc in one benchtop machine. Shapes curves, squares ends and sharpens tools in seconds.
- 4" x 36" belt and 6" disc
- Belt tilts from horizontal to vertical
- Mitre gauge for angled sanding
- Dust port
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What we like
- Fast shaping and fairing
- Squares small parts precisely
- Inexpensive
Watch out for
- Removes material fast — easy to overdo
- Dust collection needs a shop vac
A 4x36 belt and a 6-inch disc in one benchtop machine. Shapes curves, squares ends and sharpens tools in seconds.
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