| Location | Meadowbank |
| Manufacturer | Bosch |
| Model | PBS 75 |
| Size | 533 x 75mm |
| Weight | 3 |
WHAT IT DOES
This is for sanding large flat timber surfaces, particularly a first pass. Ideal for getting a rough finish on new wood or for removing paint, varnish etc. Look at an random orbital or sheet or palm sander if you want more control or a finer finish and at detail sander or mouse sander for sanding in corners.
For heavy duty sanding jobs. Not for floors.
This is for sanding large flat timber surfaces, particularly a first pass. Ideal for getting a rough finish on new wood or for removing paint, varnish etc. Look at an random orbital or sheet or palm sander if you want more control or a finer finish and at detail sander or mouse sander for sanding in corners.
For heavy duty sanding jobs. Not for floors.
ABOUT THIS TOOL
Another beautiful belt sander with three inches of sand belting power!
Can be used to sand surfaces or be put on its back and workpieces brought to it.
Belt size 533x75mm
Sand surface 130x75mm
Belt speed is a whippy 330m/min
Made in the Toblerone capital of the world, Switzerland.
Belts available from your local tool library on an availability basis - discretionary donations welcome!
SAFETY INFORMATION & PPE
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
HOW TO USE IT
The sander can remove a lot of material quickly. Keep the motion even and take care. Always sand in the direction of the grain.
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.
- Safety glasses – Essential
- Dust mask – Essential
- Ear protection – Recommended
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
- Consumables – Sanding belts – Essential. We can’t guarantee availability, but normally have a small selection that you can purchase. You may need to buy your own from B+Q, Screwfix etc. See our Guide to buying and using sandpapers: edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/guides/
- Work bench, clamps – Useful to hold your work securely in place and prevent it from moving.
- Other types of sanders – You may need other types of sander for places the belt sander cannot reach, e.g. the edges of a floor. A detail sander or even a scraper or hand sanding block and paper may come in handy. A finishing sander might also be needed to get a great finish.
HOW TO USE IT
The sander can remove a lot of material quickly. Keep the motion even and take care. Always sand in the direction of the grain.
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.
The Edinburgh Tool Library
http://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk
http://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk