Grizzly G0512 Edge Sander with Wrap-Around Table
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Product Feature
- Approximate shipping weight: 245-Pound; Belt size: 6-Inch x 80-Inch belt speed: 1800 FPM
- Belt size: 6-Inch x 80-Inch belt speed: 1800 FPM
- Quick belt release mechanism allows fast belt changes
- Sander measures 52-1/2-Inch long x 24-Inch wide
- TEFC capacitor start induction 1-1/2 HP single-phase 110V/220V; prewired 220V
Product Description
This Sander was developed for those projects that require a large support area and have long straight sides or curves. The specially designed 2-1/8" diameter roller allows you to get into tighter radius projects like guitar bodies curved chair legs etc. Table is supported in four positions to eliminate sagging and to provide a stable base while working. Quick belt release mechanism allows fast belt changes. Specifications: Motor: 1-1/2 HP 110V/220V single-phase 60 Hz 1725 RPM TEFC capacitor start induction prewired 220V Amps: 20A at 110V 10A at 220V Rubber idler roller: 2-1/8" shielded ball bearing Drive roller: 4-1/2" cast aluminum Table size: 24" x 42-1/4" Table height: 33"–39" Overall size: 52-1/2" long x 24" wide x 48-3/4" high Platen size: 6-1/4" x 31-1/2" graphite coated Sanding belt size: 6" x 80" Belt speed: 1800 FPM Approximate shipping weight: 250-Pound Features: Toggle safety switch with safety lock tab Power transfer: direct drive Shielded and lubricated ball bearings Welded steel powder coated base Table: Composite with plastic laminate surface Extended sanding surface Work stop 4" dust port Quick belt release Belt tracking and tension adjustment Hand wheel table height adjustment Powder coated stand.Grizzly G0512 Edge Sander with Wrap-Around Table Review
I bought the G0512 last summer after looking at a few other more expensive options. Ordering and scheduling delivery was easy since I have forks for my tractor for unloading. If I didn't, liftgate delivery or pickup at the terminal would have been mandatory. It arrived with some damage to the box and the UPS Freight driver gave me a hard time about my wanting it document but I persisted. Fortunately the damage was just to to the box and the tool was fine. Overall the sander has good fit and finish. The table, as noted in other reviews, is probably the low point along with the belt. The latter is no surprise to me as consumables shipped with just about any tool are low quality. My table was flat. Assembly was easy--basically just mounting the table raising mechanism and supports, the table, the dust hood and a few other small parts.I used it for sanding drawer sides and door edges on a kitchen project and other than some very large panels it met my needs nicely. Its not as nice as my friend's large oscillating Powermatic. But its also about 1/6th the price and consumes a lot less floor space.
I have a couple minor complaints about the machine. First, the stop is positioned a couple inches to the left of the end of the platen meaning you loose a couple inches of capacity. I plan to resolve this by recutting the cutout in the table to move the table to the right about 2". Next, the stop is fixed. Again I plan to resolve this with a modification--possibly adding a miter gauge head like some of the more expensive sanders. Finally, the dust hood sticks out past the platten so if you have a large piece its not possible to sand the entire edge by sliding the workpiece back and forth like some of the industrial sanders allow.
Regarding the comment that belts have to be made--that's simply untrue. There are multiple sources for these belts. I got mine from Klingspor.
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