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When there is a need to smooth down a large area or you need a precision sander, then RS has a great range of electric sanders including belt sanders, orbital sanders and palm sanders. These sanders come from a well-known brand such as Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, Black and Decker as well as our own brand RS PRO. Discover more in our [guide to sanders](/web/content/discovery/ideas-and-advice/sanders-guide).

### Belt Sanders

Belt sanders are used by both DIY enthusiasts and manufacturers to shape and sand wood and other materials such as aluminium. Belt sanders are suited to flat surfaces and can be hand-held or stationary. They have been designed to move easily over the material they are sanding.

### Random Orbital Sanders

Orbital Sanders are handheld power tools for sanding, which vibrates in small circles or orbits. Orbital sanders are popular tools with woodworkers, cabinet makers and professional carpenters that are used to remove the finish from a piece of wood or to smooth a new project without leaving tell-tale swirl marks that other sanders can leave.



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Buy from our selection of sanders from Bosch. At RS, we strive to give you the best offers from our supplier and to promptly deliver in the shortest time.

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Dewalt Sanders | RS

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Buy from our selection of Sanders from Black & Decker. At RS, we strive to give you the best offers from our supplier and to promptly deliver in the shortest time.

Black & Decker Sanders | RS

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Buy from our selection of Sanders from Makita. At RS, we strive to give you the best offers from our supplier and to promptly deliver in the shortest time.

Makita Sanders | RS

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Milwaukee Sanders | RS

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<p>Orbital Sanders are handheld power tools for sanding, which vibrate in small circles or orbits. Orbital sanders are popular tools with woodworkers, cabinet makers and professional carpenters that are used to remove material such as paint, varnish or tool marks from a piece of work or surface or can be used to smooth a surface in preparation for finishing.</p><h2>Types of orbital sanders</h2><h4>Orbit sheet sanders</h4><p>These sanders are easy to use and come with many features including dust extraction, electronic speed controls, various grip styles and low vibration. The sanders use standard sheet sandpaper, which is readily available.</p><p>Sheet sanders are often classified by the size of the pad and the size of paper needed for it. Standard sandpaper sheets are found in 23 x 28 cm (9x11&quot;) and sanders will typically be classified by half or quarter sheet sanding. This is based on a standard sheet size being either cut in half or cut into four, meaning a quarter sheet sander can have 4 sheets from a standard 23 x 28 cm sheet.</p><h4>Random orbital sander</h4><p>Random orbital sanders operate with a dual motion, the sanding pad face spins whilst simultaneously orbiting a centre. The amount the pad orbits will vary between each sander and these different throw amounts can help to both provide a more aggressive material removal with lower grit paper whilst also providing a much smoother finish when used with higher grit papers.</p><p>Unlike sheet sanders, random orbit sanders use a hook and loop backed circular pad, often with perforations or holes to align with dust extraction ports and come in a range of diameters. Ensure to use the correct sized pad for your sander and align dust extraction holes to ensure for the best and cleanest sanding possible.</p>

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Belt Sanders | RS

<p>Belt sanders are used by both DIY enthusiasts and manufacturers to shape and sand wood and other materials such as aluminium. Belt sanders are suited to flat surfaces and can be hand-held or stationary. They have been designed to move easily over the material they are sanding.</p><h4>How does a belt sander work?</h4><ul><li>A belt sander rotates a continuous loop of sandpaper by using a powerful high-speed electric motor which then turns two drums. This abrasive action removes the surface material leaving a smoother surface.</li><li>When sanding soft metals such as aluminium, stationary belt sanders are the best choice as they are less prone to clogging due to the small grooves in the sandpaper.</li><li>Belt sanders vary in size due to the fact they can be used in large-scale manufacturing or by a carpenter in their shed. A large amount of sawdust can be produced so some belt sanders are equipped with a dust collection system. This could be a cloth filter bag or a vacuum system designed to suck away the particles.</li><li>Common belt widths for belt sanders are 3 inches or 4 inches, with the belt lengths being between 18 inches to 24 inches. The sandpaper itself can have different grits – coarse to cut down rough surfaces or fine to get a smooth satin surface.</li></ul><h4>Uses of belt sanders</h4><ul><li>In carpentry, belt sanders can get you great results in your DIY projects. They can be used to sharpen tools, smooth down worn wooden decking or even restore wooden garden furniture. As they can be used over large surface areas, they are ideal for removing paint and varnish quickly.</li><li>Some belt sanders have variable speed control, heavy-duty construction and have long cables making them ideal for site work.</li></ul>

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