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Category Archives: Grinders & Sanders
Hand-Powered Compact Grinding Wheel
Here are two neat grinders for hobbyists and pros that cannot justify the space or noise of a full-size bench grinder. Continue reading
Posted in Grinders & Sanders, Hand Tools
Tagged grinding wheel, hand grinder, i heart engineering tools, i heart robotics tools, portable grinder
7 Comments | March 14th, 2012
Bosch 18V Die Grinder DGSH181
A new Bosch 18V die grinder is said to best the competition with its high performance-to-weight ratio. Continue reading
Posted in Cordless, Grinders & Sanders, New Tools
Tagged Bosch 18V, Bosch DGSH181, cordless die grinder
6 Comments | February 16th, 2012
6-inch Bench Grinders: Craftsman vs. Ryobi vs. Porter Cable?
A reader has asked for help choosing a bench grinder. Of the three models available at local retail stores, our vote goes for Craftsman. What are your thoughts? Continue reading
Posted in Grinders & Sanders, Power Tools, Reader Question
Tagged bench grinders, Craftsman 21124 grinder, Porter Cable PCB525BG grinder, Ryobi BGH6110 grinder
14 Comments | December 28th, 2011
909 Oscillating Spindle Sander Woodcraft Deal
We found a great deal on a solid-looking medium-duty oscillating spindle sander. Continue reading
Posted in DealGuyd, Grinders & Sanders, Power Tools, Woodworking
Tagged 909 Spindle Sander, Oscillating Spindle Sander
1 Comment | December 9th, 2011
Makita 18V LXDG01 Die Grinder for Metalworking Tasks
What’s black & blue and is designed to cut and grind through metals like butter with no cords attached? Continue reading
Posted in Cordless, Grinders & Sanders, New Tools, Power Tools
Tagged die grinder, Makita, Makita 18V
2 Comments | June 10th, 2011
Ryobi Quarter Sheet Sander Recall
The pictured Ryobi sander has been recalled for posing a laceration hazard to users. Continue reading
Posted in Grinders & Sanders, Power Tools
Tagged Ryobi, Sheet sander, Tool Recalls
3 Comments | May 9th, 2011
Dewalt 5″ Low-Profile Random Orbit Sander
What’s black and yellow and looks like Porter Cable’s popular low-profile random orbit sander? Continue reading
Posted in Grinders & Sanders, New Tools, Power Tools
Tagged Dewalt, low-profile sander, Porter Cable, random orbit sander
2 Comments | March 17th, 2011
Select Black & Decker Random Orbital Sanders Recalled
A range of about 192,000 Black & Decker random orbital sanders have been recalled. The problem with these sanders (models RO400, RO400G, RO410, RO410K, RO410LW and FS3000ROS; date codes 200701, 200929) is that their platens can separate from the unit or … Continue reading
Ridgid JobMax vs. Dedicated Cordless Tools Review
ToolSnob’s Doug Mahoney wrote a thorough review on Ridgid’s JobMax tool system over at PopMech. He compared the performance of the various tool heads against dedicated compact cordless tools, and concluded that while not perfect the JobMax held up fairly … Continue reading
Posted in Cordless, Drills & Drivers, Grinders & Sanders, Oscillating Tools, Power Tools
Tagged Ridgid JobMax
Leave a comment | May 20th, 2010
Ridgid Oscillating Edge Belt and Spindle Sander
Ridgid’s oscillating edge belt and spindle sander is an example of a somewhat gimmicky design that is done right. This 2-in-1 sander can be used to sand both straight edges and curves, and features a 4″ x 24″ belt and … Continue reading
Bosch & Ridgid Slim Grip Small Angle Grinders
I don’t know about you, but except for a chain saw, an angle grinder is about the last thing I want to be more compact and slim. It looks as though I’m in the minority here as both Bosch and … Continue reading
Craftsman Nextec 4pc Drill/Driver, Saw, Sander Combo Update
We just checked Sears.com and saw that the new Craftsman Nextec 4 piece drill/driver, saw, sander, flashlight combo set has been added to their product catalog. The kit is scheduled for release on May 1st 2010, and is available for pre-order … Continue reading
Posted in Drills & Drivers, Grinders & Sanders, New Tools, Power Tools, Saws
Tagged Craftsman Nextec
8 Comments | March 12th, 2010
Craftsman Cordless Nextec Kit with Saw & Palm Sander
This Old House broke the news yesterday about an upcoming Craftsman Nextec cordless tool kit which will include two brand new tools – a palm sander, and a cordless circular trim saw. Craftsman’s Nextec series is their line of compact … Continue reading
Posted in Cordless, Grinders & Sanders, New Tools, Power Tools, Saws
Tagged Craftsman, Craftsman Nextec
3 Comments | February 12th, 2010
New Gator Black Zirconium Sandpaper
Gator’s new Black Zirconium Ultra Power sandpaper utilizes a special grit composition that allows it to “sand three times faster and last three times longer than regular sandpaper.” These cutting and longevity improvements can be appreciated by everyone, from the … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Grinders & Sanders, New Tools, Woodworking
Tagged Finishing, Gator Finishing, Surface Preparation
1 Comment | December 22nd, 2009
Porter Cable Low-Profile Sander Hands-on Preview
With the Porter Cable low-profile sander giveaway ending in a few days, we thought that it might be a good opportunity to get some light hands-on time with the tool. Despite our superficial evaluation, we are thoroughly impressed with the … Continue reading
Posted in Grinders & Sanders, ToolGuyd Giveaways
Tagged Porter Cable
9 Comments | November 12th, 2009