The Contour Sander fits as any standard 115mm (4 1/2") or 125mm (5") angle grinder. However, when choosing an angle grinder to suit the blade, you should look for the following features:
- An auxiliary handle to ensure easier balance, manage and control. Using the handle when carving not only improves user comfort and visibility but increases user safety.
- A metal guard that can be rotated and fixed to 45 degrees
- On/Off switch to be positioned on the top or side
- 550 Watts power, at a minimum
- Should have a spindle thread of:
- M14 (AUS and UK) | M14 (Europe) | 5/8″ (North America)
If you need an M10 Adaptor Nut click here.
The Contour Sander can be used on a variable speed, cord, or cordless grinder, as long as it runs at a speed of 9000 RPM or higher.
Possible cause: Incorrect thread or adapter
Solution: Check thread, locate the correct adapter
- In Europe the shafts suits an M14 thread
- In North America, the shaft suits a 5/8″ UMC x 11 thread
- In Australia the shaft suits an M14.
Possible Cause: Excessive flexing of the rubber pad in deep contours
Solution: Use a plastic flange to hold either the paper or cloth discs.
Possible cause: Shaft axis not aligned correctly with grinder spindle
Solution: Check that the extension shaft has fully tightened to the base of the grinder spindle. Do not use the base collar nut that is usually used to locate a grinding disc.
Possible Cause: Grinder spindle not accurate
Solution: Try on another grinder
Absolutely! Refer to this video on how to make your sanding pads IF you are using the old screw on pads. New Hook and Loop Sanding Pads are unable to be made.