WEN 6502T 4.3-Amp 4 x 36 in. Belt and 6 in. Disc Sander with Cast Iron Base

Features

• Two-in-one sanding machine includes both a 4-by-36 inch belt and a 6-by-6 inch disc
• Belt tilts anywhere from 0 to 90 degrees
• Sturdy cast iron base prevents any heavy vibrations
• 4.3 Amp motor provides up to 3600 RPM
• Tension release lever provides for simple changes between sandpaper grits

Description

Remember when you needed a versatile and reliable sander? The WEN Belt Disc Sander easily sands, smooths and removes all of the jagged edges and splinters on your wood and lumber. With a 4.3 amp 1/2 HP motor, users should anticipate enough power to prevent this machine from bogging down under a large load. Changing the spacious 4-inch-by-36-inch belt is a breeze, so you’ll have the power to switch and replace sand paper grits as needed without wasting any time. The belt also tilts anywhere from 0 to 90 degrees to accommodate the needs of your particular workpiece while the heavy cast-iron base prevents vibrations. With all of this in addition to the 6-inch side disc, you’ll have the capacity to sand whatever your heart desires. The sanding disc is accompanied by a sturdy cast-aluminum work table. Included with the belt disc sander is a miter gauge for steady sanding on angled edges, a stop bar for safety and control, and a 2.25 inch dust port to connect a dust extractor. And because this is a WEN Product, your purchase comes backed by a two-year warranty, a nationwide network of skilled experienced technicians, and a helpful customer service line all to make sure that you remember WEN.

Manufacturer WEN

Part Number 6502T

Item Weight 39 pounds

Product Dimensions 22 x 11 x 12.5 inches

Item model number 6502T

Size 6-inch Disc w/ Cast Iron Base

Style 6-inch Disc w/ Cast Iron Base

Material Metal

Pattern Disc Sander

Item Package Quantity 1

Measurement System Metric

Grit Description Coarse

Included Components Disc Sander

Batteries Required? No

ASIN B07KL4QGSQ

Customer Reviews 4.6 out of 5 stars 970 ratings 4.6 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank #7,324 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #2 in Power Belt Sanders

Date First Available November 15, 2018

abunda_amazon_reviews Was hesitant about this because of the bad reviews because of the poor cog-type belt. After using the sander for about an hour, with no problems, I checked out the belt. It is NOT the same belt that was noted in all the bad reviews. It is a splined belt and seems to be very durable! The only place you can buy replacements right now is at the WEN website: Item # 6502B-170 Description [6502B-170] V-Groove Belt 155J for WEN 6502. I went on and bought two, just in case. But after using the sander for at least 3-4 more hours now, I don't think I'll ever need them. Great sander, but buy some good silicon carbide belts such as these bought on Amazon also: Sackorange 4 x 36 Inch High Performance Silicon Carbide Sanding Belts - Premium Knife Sharpening Sanding Belts Assortment 120 240 400 600 800 and 1000 Grits.;;Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2020;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Works perfectly, and the bad belt design in all the bad reviews has been replaced!!!;;Spock;;;4 stars is based on the price of this sander. It has issues. But I can't help remembering how little it costs, and it gets the job done. As others have said, you can't overload this thing. It'll stop, trip it's breaker, overheat, and generally throw a temper tantrum. So far I've always been able to get it back up and running, but I have to be careful to not put too much pressure on the belt. Yes, the table is flimsy and the miter gauge is darn near useless. And if you trust the taped labels you deserve what you get. But my biggest gripe is the dust management. The dust port is unnecessarily flimsy. It's bolted to the side...surely it could have been attached better. Even with good airflow, dust will gather at the top of the belt like snow on a fence. Then, with that snowcap in place, fresh dust seems to bounce off into the air, creating a fog of dust in the shop. To avoid this, between pieces I have to tap the side to dislodge the trapped dust. Even with that, I can't fault this sander to much. The reality is that it's making my life much, much easier right now and I'm getting pieces done infinitely faster than without it. Some day I'll probably replace it with a note powerful version. But only because I use it probably 10 hours a week when I'm producing certain items. If you only need it occasionally and for relatively light work, you'll likely never need anything better. Oh, and I have used the disc as well and found it to be more than adequate. Just remember the table isn't for precision work. But it removes martial easily and fast.;;Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2020;;4.0 out of 5 stars;;Remember what you paid, and you'll be happy with it.;;Ethan Wheeler;;;I think you will be very pleasantly surprised by the heft and build of this unit. I have owned a few bench sanders, having relocated a few times, larger tools often don't make the move. I am replacing a Craftsman bench sander that was purchased in the late eighties. I have seen many of the sheet metal items for sale at the local hardware discounter. I checked out the Porter Cable brand at my local hardware store. Aside from some plastic covering, this unit is heavy cast. Very nice, and equivalent in construction to the Craftsman unit I purchased all of those years back. This is a small sander, and for it's size it has plenty of torque. Keep in mind also that this review reflects my initial opinion and it's my intention to come back after some time and let you know how it held out. I paid more than twice that price for the Craftsman thirty plus years ago. So far this is a heck of a value!;;Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2019;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Very little money for a very nice tool;;Scott;;;Update: Can't recommend this product. Never received the replacement part from Wen. Now the pulley that was the initial problem won't stay on the machine long enough to get any sanding done. And I don't use it for anything remotely beyond light duty. My advice: spend a little extra and buy another brand. Not a bad little sander the weekend woodworker. The motor won't handle a heavy load which makes the belt tricky to use, but the disc works great. I noticed a few reviews mentioned the table, and yes, if you apply enough force to the outside edge of the table, it will shift out of square, but I haven't had any issues when using it as intended. Like I said the belt will bog down under heavier pieces. One thing I also want to mention: several reviews memtion defects of one kind or another. After about two weeks of use, my unit developed a rattle. After some investigation, I found that the screw holding on the lower pulley had worked loose. I tightened it and went back to work, but it happened again. And again. And again. I called the company and reported the issue. Their customer service was great, on the phone. They promised to send out a replacement part that I still have never received (3months later). I put a dab of thread locker on the screw and the problem hasn't resurfaced.;;Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2019;;1.0 out of 5 stars;;Can't, in good conscience, recommend this product;;Verified Purchaser