| Location | Meadowbank |
| Manufacturer | Bosch |
| Model | PEX 220A |
| Product Code / UPC | 3 603 C78 071 |
| Weight | 3 |
WHAT IT DOES
A random orbital sander is a power sander used for ultra-smooth sanding and finishing and it can be used on wood, plastic or for metal working. It works by simultaneously spinning the sanding disk and moving it in an ellipse.
It doesn’t do bulk removal of material. Better alternatives for this purpose would be random orbital sanders, power planers and belt sanders. For tight corners and curves, we would recommend to use a multi-tool with the detail sander attachment.
A random orbital sander is a power sander used for ultra-smooth sanding and finishing and it can be used on wood, plastic or for metal working. It works by simultaneously spinning the sanding disk and moving it in an ellipse.
It doesn’t do bulk removal of material. Better alternatives for this purpose would be random orbital sanders, power planers and belt sanders. For tight corners and curves, we would recommend to use a multi-tool with the detail sander attachment.
ABOUT THIS TOOL
- include pad size
- Connects to mains electricity with cord (240 V)
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.
Prepare the surface by removing protruding nails, screws, broken wood or anything likely to tear the sandpaper.
Maintaining a firm grip on the handle, especially when turning on.
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 discs – 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 (if any) 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.
- Clamps – Useful to hold your work securely in place and prevent it from moving.
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.
Prepare the surface by removing protruding nails, screws, broken wood or anything likely to tear the sandpaper.
Maintaining a firm grip on the handle, especially when turning on.
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