Top 10 Best 12 Inch Disc Sanders

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These Are Some Of The Highest Rated 12 Inch Disc Sanders Available Today
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2. Powermatic 1791291K Disc & Belt Sander

  • (22 Points)
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The second problem is the belt tracking adjustment. The disc sander housing was very rough and chipped. I think this is a great grinder for the new knife maker. First I think the factory provision for dust collection is poor. Machine speed is 1725 RPM and this works very well.

The Delta 31-140 was our favorite 12 Inch Disc Sanders. However, there were several other truly high quality 12 Inch Disc Sanders we wanted to showcase here that only just missed first place.

Next up is manufactured by Powermatic which is a very respectable tool manufacturer. Powermatic's Disc & Belt Sanders are one of their leading products. It was great to test the 1791291K. I was very pleased with this tool!

This Disc & Belt Sander is only $1599.91. That is a fantastic deal for a quality Sander like the 1791291K by Powermatic. The Powermatic 1791291K is truly a solid alternative. Of you are uncertain about our top pick, I would select this Sander.

Full Powermatic 1791291K Review

Powermatic 1791291K Features

Heavy, cast-iron construction and fully enclosed stand minimize vibration

Powerful, 1-1/2HP motor can tackle any sanding task

12-inch balanced disc with table tilt

Multi-position belt head with indexing pin and head lock allows for tool-free belt position changes

Table for belt head tilts 0-45 degrees downward with miter gauge slot and is adjustable for various angles

Besides the option we covered already, I would definitely have a look at the 708599K by Jet and the W1828 by Shop Fox. Both Jet and Shop Fox are thought to be two of the best producers of quality Sanders. Both tools are rated highly also. The 708599K advertises a score of 4.3/5 as compared to 3.7/5 star rating received by the Shop Fox W1828.

The 708599K by Jet gives several truly premium features including 1-1/2 hp, single-phase, 115/230-volt motor. The Shop Fox W1828 by comparison, is very competitive with Motor is 1HP, 110V, single-phase, 10A, 1725 RPM plus 15-3/4-inch width by 4-1/2-inch depth table.

I can easily suggest either of these 12 Inch Disc Sanders
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3. Jet 708599K Disc & Belt Sander

  • (20 Points)

It's a nice machine and I wish I could have kept it. After setting tracking, it remained where initially set. The dust port was slightly larger than my 2-1/4 inch adapter. I am very pleased with the performance of this sander. sander is doing fine, lot power sands well on metal and wood.

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4. Shop Fox W1828 Disc Sander

  • (13 Points)

I would not hesitate to recommend this sander. Does a great job, heavy with lots of get up and go, a very nice product. Very much worth the extra price as it's obvious this unit will last years and years. This sander has more than enough power for any material from soft wood to hard steel. I'm very impressed with this little machine.

Honorable Mentions

If you are thinking that the 12 Inch Disc Sanders we rated above don't cut it, here are several additional options that may likely offer a better fit. We found quite a few superb Sanders during our analysis. Using exhaustive research and assessments, the options above are our preferred Sanders. However, these Sanders shown below offer a number of unique features and are each premium 12 Inch Disc Sanders.

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5. Grizzly G7297 Disc Sander

  • (10 Points)

For small projects and working with small parts, this is the sander to get. The wheel does not have any wobble to it and is very flat. I'm comparing it to a Jet Sander of the same size that I owned a few years ago. The motor is a monster and gets this thing to speed in no time. Really nice quality and super quiet operation.

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6. Jet 708598 Disc & Belt Sander

  • (9 Points)

It is amazing how much metal gets attached to them. It has a good solid feel and the weight keeps it running smooth. The dust port was slightly larger than my 2-1/4 inch adapter. I am very pleased with the performance of this sander. The e-stop is in a weird location so just be aware of that.

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7. Rikon 51-200 Disc Sander

  • (8 Points)

You will have to help it along a little with your other hand while you turn the knob. The wheel does not have any wobble to it and is very flat. Very much worth the extra price as it's obvious this unit will last years and years. Great tool for the workshop This has been an excellent machine. The platform adjusts easily and doesn't slip when I'm using the sander.

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8. Shop Fox W1712 Disc & Belt Sander

  • (6 Points)

Removed milk paint from filling of an old door. One interesting observation is the disc spins clockwise. I had another model before this and there was no comparison. For some, this cannot work and must be pointed out. The tables are nice and large being made from cast iron.

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9. Jet 708599 Disc & Belt Sander

  • (5 Points)

Removed milk paint from filling of an old door. Im still using it and works great I Love it. I think this is a great grinder for the new knife maker. I had this item shipped directly to my shop from the distributor. The tables are nice and large being made from cast iron.

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10. Eastwood 21535 Disc Sander

  • (4 Points)

You will have to help it along a little with your other hand while you turn the knob. It's a very heavy duty sander and its plenty powerful for my sanding needs. Installing the break was simple and stopped the unit in a matter of a few seconds. This sander has more than enough power for any material from soft wood to hard steel. The platform adjusts easily and doesn't slip when I'm using the sander.