Ridgid - EB4424 Oscillating Edge Belt / Spindle Sander (Rating: 5)

(photo from: www.ridgid.com)

When we first were looking for tools for our shop Rick wanted a drum sander. We asked at a store and were shown this Ridgid model which is multi-purposed. Rick was sold and we've never regretted the purchase.

Features:
  • belt sander (4")
  • spindle sander (5 sizes)
  • tilting table

Conversion
  • Switching between the belt sander and spindle sander is really easy.
  • It is also simple to change the sleeves for the spindle sander.
  • Everything is stored within easy reach and no special tools are required to change anything.

Our woodworking is not heavy duty. We are just hobbyists so I can't speak for someone who makes a lot of projects. For us, the sander is excellent - convenient, easy to switch between jobs, and switch the sandpaper. The dust collection is good, from my experience as well.

Overall
We are VERY pleased with this tool and we use it quite frequently for our woodworking projects. No regrets on this puchase.