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Makita 9031 1-1/8" x 21" Belt Sander

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At a glance

Condition
New
Dimensions
5.89"L x 2.63"W x 1.39"H
Weight
4.6 lb
Grit Type
Fine
Voltage
100 volts
Power Source
Corded Electric
Amperage Capacity
5 A
In the box
item

Features 5

  • Versatile for use on wood, metal, and fiberglass materials
  • Ideal for woodworkers, artists, glaziers, welders, prefinished cabinet installers, and finish carpenters
  • Narrow belt and exposed front pulley for use in close quarters or on irregular shapes
  • Variable speed control dial (656-3,280 ft./min.) enables user to match the speed to the application

Description

Stens replacement parts have become a favorite among lawn and landscape professionals thanks to exceptional performance. Makita's 1-1/8 x 21-Inch Belt Sander, model 9031, combines speed and a compact design with ease-of-use features for sanding in confined spaces. The 9031 is ideal for detail work, including fine carpentry and furniture making.The 9031 features a 5 AMP motor with electronic speed control to maintain constant speed under load. The variable speed control dial allows the user to match the speed (656-3,280 ft./min.) to the application. The 9031 is engineered with ball bearing construction for longer tool life.Ease-of-use features include a narrow belt and exposed front pulley for use on irregular shapes. The multi- position side handle is designed for easy and comfortable operation, with a lock-on button for continuous operation.The 9031 is compact with less weight (4.6 pounds) for sanding in confined areas. The 9031 connects to a dust collector for a cleaner work environment. The Makita 9031 is engineered for detail work, including fine carpentry and furniture making. The 9031 is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in- class engineering.About Makita's Power Tools Makita delivers precision, accuracy, capacity, and innovation to woodworkers. Makita has full range of miter saws, jig saws, circular saws, routers, planers, sanders, nailers and staplers, blades, compact cordless drills and impacts, and more. Makita's woodworking solutions are engineered for pro contractors, for use in high production settings and in home shops.About Makita Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA () or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.Warranty Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. If you are not satisfied with any Makita tool within 30 days of purchase, return it and Makita will provide a replacement or refund. Each Makita tool is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. Please seefor complete details.What's in the Box Makita 9031 1-1/8 x 21-Inch Belt Sander, abrasive belts. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); From the Manufacturer 0 See more

Specs 21

Brand Makita
Product Dimensions 5.89"L x 2.63"W x 1.39"H
Grit Type Fine
Voltage 100 volts
Power Source Corded Electric
Amperage Capacity 5 A
Grit Number 1
Maximum Rotational Speed 3280 feet per second

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Top Amazon Reviews


Best tool for fiberglass repair
Bought this tool to clean up my filets on the stringers and works great better then hand sanding with a round durablock
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2026 by Amazon Customer

Killer Low price
Very nice tool. Has variable speed. Price is very low here. Interesting that the manual is totally in Japanese.
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2026 by Teresa L.

Pricy and worth every penny
I was looking at this for awhile. The price made me flinch a bit. I was at a point in my boat construction where I had to clean up a lot of the joints I had made with epoxy. This was the perfect tool. It did a great job and also I was able to do detail work where the big sanders wouldn't fit. It also could take off any high screw heads as the belts handle metal. I use the end to shape rounded joints and the flat for surfaces. All in all it saved me hours.. I wish it was variable speed as it can be very aggressive even with fine grit belts.. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2019 by kiteboardobx

Great sander
When it comes to tools I prefer to buy quality. Yes the price is expensive compared to other cheap online choices. I bought the Makita 9031 1-1/8" x 21" Belt Sander due to a person using it for years grinding fiberglass on boats and how well it fit in tight places and matched the radius of areas being sanded. I have used mine with the 100 grit belt that came with it to grind on a boat, very pleased with how it works and the quality of the belt. The only thing I had an issue with is the lock botton making the trigger stay on. It is in an easy location to push or bump and that is what I seemed to do more often than I prefer. I was working in awkward positions so after paying more attention to what I doing and how I held the sander I no longer had any problems with it. Very happy how it works, especially for the radius fit. I removed the "helper handle" on the end as it just gets in the way. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2023 by Amazon Customer

Another excellent tool from Makita, another dust port nightmare
Another excellent tool from Makita, aside from the dust port (more on that below). The negative reviews seem to come from the folks who probably jumped on a cheaper price offered by Japanese-labelled outfits - disregard them. Scroll down to the one sold by Amazon for $229 (not "fulfilled by Amazon"). It will come with correct voltage and English manual. As others noted, the dust port won't fit anything US-sized. Makita naturally intended it to be used with their own dust extractor - which I am sure is most excellent, but so is my Shop Vac - and I am not switching over. I registered my displeasure with Makita USA on multiple occasions over the last 10 years with no apparent effect. Here is the workaround: get the Shop Vac 906-87-00 Universal Tool Adapter. It is made of rubber-like plastic and fits very tightly. The small end of the adapter will fit snugly in the dust port, the middle section will accept the 1-1/4" Shop Vac hose end. Chop the rest off with a hack saw. Thus adapted, the tool operates as clean as you can expect from a sander (i.e. there is some dust on the surface, but very little is airborne). While at it, you may also want to remove the pin and cover - they serve no useful purpose. Put those in an envelope and mail it to Makita USA, 14930 Northam St., La Mirada, CA 90638 (with an expletive of your choice). I also removed the useless handle arm. Pushing the nose by the handle causes the front pulley to sway - very slightly, but enough for the belt to start sliding around. Without the handle and the handle arm you have a clear view of the nose and can still have a fine control - just grip the motor housing with other hand. Now, when looking at the front pulley - if the belt attempts to slide, it means you are pushing too hard. Lastly, the manual fails to mention that you can tweak the tension of the front pulley by twisting the large knurled nut holding spring and pulley arm together. See the photos. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2019 by K F

Beware of unscrupulous vendors and report them to Amazon.
I ordered this Makita 9031 belt sander believing the vendor’s description / specifications was correct. The listed voltage of 120V was in fact 100V. Very deceptive on vendor’s part just so he could sell his product without being honest with buyers. The 100V model of this product was manufactured by Makita for the Japanese market that uses a 100V electrical system, unlike the USA 120V electrical system. I called Makita headquarters in Southern California regarding this...they told me the vendor(s) should not be selling these in the USA market; Makita advised me to send item back to Amazon, which I have done, and filed a complaint with Amazon against vendor. There are several (4 or 5) vendors on Amazon that are selling the 100V models...don’t buy one from these unauthorized Makita vendors!! Vendor: Fun Fun Hobby Japan . If you have already purchased one of these, file a complaint with Amazon! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2020 by KITT H.

Did my job like a pro.
Be aware: this is the asian shelf model, nothing printed in English. That said, it's all available easy enough online. It did my job quickly like a pro. You need to wear a mask and protect things from dust. Works just like it should.
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2025 by HalloweenWeed

Perfect for Sanding Inside Edge of Deck/Fence Rails
We purchased this sander to remove the finish from the inside edge of the rails on our deck. There were a couple hundred rails to sand and when faced with the prospect of sanding all of them by hand, we expected this part of the project to take several days. We were thrilled to find this sander, which cut the job down to a couple of hours. Changing the belts was super easy. The sander is quite heavy - much heavier than I expected, but the extra handle helped to offset this by allowing a two handed grip. I am not sure what other uses we will find for the tool, but for the purpose we needed it for it was definitely a great purchase. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2015 by Katherine T
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