Bosch 1274DVS 3" x 21" Belt Sander

Bosch 1274DVS 6.6 Amp 3-Inch by 21-Inch Variable Speed In-Line Belt Sander with Cloth Dust Bag

Well-executed design combined with solid, reliable performance make this Bosch belt sander a tool with noticeable performance advantages. The Bosch features a magnesium-and-plas tic housing that's lightweight yet durable. The tool is nicely balanced, comfortable, and easy to operate-- important features in a tool that's often used for long periods of time for removing large amounts of stock. The Bosch comes with a cast-aluminum platen--so there's none of the warping that affects stamped-steel platens--and it sands perfectly flat right out of the box. Like many of the sanders in this class, the motor on the 1274 is aligned with the belt edge to allow flush sanding into corners. The tool's only drawback is that visibility is limited when sanding into tight corners, but that's a small minus when weighed against all the pluses. The belt-changing system works well--we didn't suffer any spring pinches--and the tracking adjustment tracks the new belt quickly and keeps it in place. There's a variable-speed dial built right into the trigger switch, which makes adjusting the belt speed fast and convenient. Wood magazine tested 10 3-by-21-inch sanders and liked the 1274DVS best. We agree that it's a great tool. --Mark McDonald

Bosch 1274DVS 3" x 21" Belt Sander

Bosch 1274DVS Features: Rating: 120V AC Amperage: 6.6 No-load FPM: 550-1 100 Belt Size 3" x 21" Length: 13.8"Bosch 1274DVS Includes: (1) Belt Sander (1) Cloth Dust Bag (1) Graphite Platen Pad (1) Sanding Belt Bosch 1274DVS Features: 6.6 Amps 550-1 100 SFPM power Variable speed dial For fine finishing or fast stock removal Graphite platen protector pad For cool running and uniform sanding Removable front handle For close work Compact in-line design For better balance Sands flush to vertical surfaces For sanding versatility Lever belt release-action For quick belt changes Accepts optional sanding frame stand and fence For versatility and accurace Replaceable wear inserts Protect housing from damage Belt Tracking Adjustment Knob