What accessories will I need to use this as a sander? 4.5" discs obviously, but do I need to order the rubber disc as well? Recommendations on amazon?
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No, nothing else is needed. The 4.5" discs are "universal" insofar as any discs made by numerous manufacturers will work nicely. It comes with the tool you will need to change heads/discs as well as one cutting disc. I've used these tools before to cut and grind but have yet to use it as a sander. The sanding discs I picked-up at a car show were "paddle sanders" with various grits and they are ready to use with no rubber disc necessary. Now, if you are planning to just use a circular piece of sandpaper as you would with the kind you would utilize on an electric drill, you would probably have to have some sort of a rubber "disc". I imagine they would be available on Ebay? No, nothing else is needed. The 4.5" discs are "universal" insofar as any discs made by numerous manufacturers will work nicely. It comes with the tool you will need to change heads/discs as well as one cutting disc. I've used these tools before to cut and grind but have yet to use it as a sander. The sanding discs I picked-up at a car show were "paddle sanders" with various grits and they are ready to use with no rubber disc necessary. Now, if you are planning to just use a circular piece of sandpaper as you would with the kind you would utilize on an electric... » Read More No, nothing else is needed. The 4.5" discs are "universal" insofar as any discs made by numerous manufacturers will work nicely. It comes with the tool you will need to change heads/discs as well as one cutting disc. I've used these tools before to cut and grind but have yet to use it as a sander. The sanding discs I picked-up at a car show were "paddle sanders" with various grits and they are ready to use with no rubber disc necessary. Now, if you are planning to just use a circular piece of sandpaper as you would with the kind you would utilize on an electric drill, you would probably have to have some sort of a rubber "disc". I imagine they would be available on Ebay? « Show Less
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I used this DEWALT DWE6401DS 5-Inch VS Disc Sander with Dust Shroud wetting the surface with a large sponge and a squeegee .IT makes a big mess but the discs worked great , I polished my concrete countertops to a granite like finish. 50 square feet with one set of discs!Product DetailsDEWALT DWE6401DS 5-Inch VS Disc Sander with Dust Shroudby DEWALT$73.44$160.00Get it by Thursday, Nov 20More Buying Choices$73.44new(10 offers)$54.69used(1 offer)4.6 out of 5 stars 25Product Description... The DEWALT DWE6401DS 5-inch variable speed disc sander with dust shroud ... I used this DEWALT DWE6401DS 5-Inch VS Disc Sander with Dust Shroud wetting the surface with a large sponge and a squeegee .IT makes a big mess but the discs worked great , I polished my concrete countertops to a granite like finish. 50 square feet with one set of discs!Product DetailsDEWALT DWE6401DS 5-Inch VS Disc Sander with Dust Shroudby DEWALT$73.44$160.00Get it by Thursday, Nov 20More Buying Choices$73.44new(10 offers)$54.69used(1 offer)4.6 out of 5 stars 25Product... » Read More I used this DEWALT DWE6401DS 5-Inch VS Disc Sander with Dust Shroud wetting the surface with a large sponge and a squeegee .IT makes a big mess but the discs worked great , I polished my concrete countertops to a granite like finish. 50 square feet with one set of discs!Product DetailsDEWALT DWE6401DS 5-Inch VS Disc Sander with Dust Shroudby DEWALT$73.44$160.00Get it by Thursday, Nov 20More Buying Choices$73.44new(10 offers)$54.69used(1 offer)4.6 out of 5 stars 25Product Description... The DEWALT DWE6401DS 5-inch variable speed disc sander with dust shroud ... « Show Less
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I should think so, as long as your sander uses the "hook & loop" to adhere the sanding disk to the sander, it should work. I use a Bosch sander, not a DeWalt, but I can't imagine why it shouldn't work.
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If the sander has a Velcro attachment area that is in the ballpark for size it should be OK. The only way for the pads to attach is Velcro...I believe the Velcro attachment area is about 6" give or take...
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Hi Sophia, The Bosch 3727 DEVS sander takes a six hole sanding disk. I don't know if the eight holes are in the right place to match the sander. Sorry it took so long to answer. I kept forgetting to look when I went to the shop. I am very happy with the sander. It was a good choice for me. Good luck.
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You can use any five inch discs. I've accidentally bought some discs where the holes to vacuum up the dust as it flies off didn't meet up with the sander's and even those worked, the dust just didn't go in to the bag.
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Sanding disks come in different grits, even 60 and 40 and they take of a lot of material quickly. I have used 150 grit...not sure if you can buy 240???...wear some gloves or attach the guard (if possible because these grinding/sanding wheels are aggressive and will take a slice from your hand if you do not respect it. Also try to use a rubber washer, it flexes while supporting the cardboard sanding/grinding disc. PS there is not such thing as a stupid question!!!!
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Daniel, I checked your sander model and believe I made a mistake. My 5" sander appears to have a larger dust collector attached than the one of your ROS10 model, and the hose connector snaps in its place. If that is the case, it would not help you. However, Bosch may make one for your model. Sorry for the error.
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Yes - the backer pad is 5 5/8 '' in diameter ( for 6" stick-on discs). The sander comes with a thin 7/8" ( 22mm) wrench to remove the pad. The center bolt is 5/16" x 24 threads.
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this takes 8 hole sanding disk and if you are using it for woodworking you can get great sandpaper from here http://www.industrialabrasives.com/blocks-and-pads-psa-hook-adaptors-c-80_250.html
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this sander is a serious work tool and will perform to the highest levels of workload . . you get what you pay for imo . . . again this sander is a winner and the vacuum system works very well .. you will not regret if you purchase .. good luck
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If you have a Harbor Freight store in your area buy a set of 5 sanding sleeves. If they fit the Ryobi sander (they probably will) then the PowerTec rubber drums will fit. Hint: Rub very fine sawdust on the rubber drums before sliding the sanding sleeves on.
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You can use the sander in any direction. Others have suggested an orbital sander, but if you're looking to get your work done quickly, this will certainly do a quicker and more powerful job.
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Yes, technically. But you really want a much bigger sander if you are doing an entire deck. Maybe some sort of belt sander? I'd do some web searches - don't think I've ever heard of someone sanding a whole deck.
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The sandpaper back that you need is like a very thin flannel or something a little fuzzy. It doesn't stick to your fingers and it isn't smooth like the Shopsmith sold by Lowes among others. A box of sandpaper I have in the shop says "Grip Disc." Something you didn't ask.....the 6 inch size is not available everywhere. Either Lowes or Home Depot carries it. The other one doesn't. I get mine via mail order.
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Sorry no, the one you need is mounted with two screws, also has a different hub, Makita part number 196905-1 if Amazon doesn't get stock of these (I see they are out) try ereplacementparts.com it's listed for over 40$. If that's the case, you may want to buy a replacement sander. Amazon has the entire Makita line at great prices. I love shopping Amazon.
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A Radom orbital sander would be a better choice of tools for sanding wood. Preferably with dust collection attached to the sander. Exposed nail heads or screws could prove to be a problem with the sanding discs though.