| Location | Meadowbank |
| Manufacturer | Black & Decker |
| Model | KA230E |
| Weight | 5 |
WHAT IT DOES
A mouse sander is a type of detail sander that can be used for precise sanding of curves and corners. It is not intended to be used to sand rodents! It is great for smooth finish on wood furniture restoration project but can also be used with lower grit sander paper to remove old paint or varnish.
Mouse sanders don’t do bulk removal of material. Better alternatives would be then belt sanders or power planers (for large areas) or a multi-tool with a chisel attachment for tight corners. For fine sanding on large areas, we would recommend random orbital, palm or sheet sanders.
A mouse sander is a type of detail sander that can be used for precise sanding of curves and corners. It is not intended to be used to sand rodents! It is great for smooth finish on wood furniture restoration project but can also be used with lower grit sander paper to remove old paint or varnish.
Mouse sanders don’t do bulk removal of material. Better alternatives would be then belt sanders or power planers (for large areas) or a multi-tool with a chisel attachment for tight corners. For fine sanding on large areas, we would recommend random orbital, palm or sheet sanders.
ABOUT THIS TOOL
- Pad size 165x100mm
- 2m cord
- Contains a dust bag however connection to a cleaner of the vacuum is preferred
SAFETY INFORMATION & PPE
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
HOW TO USE IT
Determine what finish is required and what grit of sandpaper(s) will be required for the job. Start with the roughest grit of paper & move between each grit as the job progresses.
Before starting, attach the sanding paper pad to the bottom of the mouse sander by pressing it on (the Velcro will hold it in place as you sand).
Always turn off the sander and disconnect from power when swapping the sanding paper.
When sanding, move the sander in a smooth motion over the area without pressing down.
The sander may have a dust collector that will need to be emptied regularly.
This tool vibrates, and can cause some numbness in the hand while using for longer periods.
Instructional guide: https://www.tilswall.co.uk/how-to-use-a-mouse-detail-sander/
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Note this video is a general introduction and is not specific to this exact tool. We always advise reading the manual if provided below, especially the safety advisories, before using any tools.
- Dust mask – Essential according to nature of job and surface being sanded
- Eye protection – Essential ideally enclosed goggles as even fine dust can cause irritation and injury;
- Ear protection – Recommended
- Gloves Useful Although generally not recommended in case they get caught up in the machinery well fitting gloves would be Essential if working with potentially harmful surfaces (eg lead paint).
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
- Consumables – Sanding paper/pads – Essential. You can choose between a wide range of grit numbers for sanding discs, depending on the material you have to sand and the kind of work you have to do. The higher the grit number, the finer the sanding paper and the finer the end result will be. As a guide, 60 grit sandpaper is very coarse and 180 is quite fine for woodwork. We can’t guarantee which kind of sanding discs will be on this sander. We have a small selection that you can borrow, but you may need to buy your own from B+Q, Screwfix etc. See our Guide to buying and using sandpapers: https://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/guides/#buyingsandpaper
- Clamps – Useful to hold your work securely in place and prevent it from moving.
- Some means of dust extraction – Recommended If you’re working in a poorly ventilated space for extended periods.
- Dust sheets – Useful to protect indoor space.
HOW TO USE IT
Determine what finish is required and what grit of sandpaper(s) will be required for the job. Start with the roughest grit of paper & move between each grit as the job progresses.
Before starting, attach the sanding paper pad to the bottom of the mouse sander by pressing it on (the Velcro will hold it in place as you sand).
Always turn off the sander and disconnect from power when swapping the sanding paper.
When sanding, move the sander in a smooth motion over the area without pressing down.
The sander may have a dust collector that will need to be emptied regularly.
This tool vibrates, and can cause some numbness in the hand while using for longer periods.
Instructional guide: https://www.tilswall.co.uk/how-to-use-a-mouse-detail-sander/
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Note this video is a general introduction and is not specific to this exact tool. We always advise reading the manual if provided below, especially the safety advisories, before using any tools.