Hitachi SB10YI 4- by 8-Inch Belt Disc Sander with Dust Collection Review

This isa basic tool, but nevertheless very functional.Here's the scoop:

Good:
1.Smooth running belt with easy to use and effective tensioner and tracking adjuster.
2.Flat disk platen with very little runout.Workpiece does not dance around when sanding with the disk.
3.Effective dust collection.
4.Sturdy cast iron table that can be moved between the disk and belt.The table is ground really flat, and has a nice look to it.It also has a very decent angle adjustment for bevel sanding.
5.The machine delivers completely satisfactory results.
6.The price is right.

Bad:
1.Stamped steel housing (rather than cast iron).It took me by surprise, but I can't say that the base suffers a lot from being stamped steel.
2.Cheesy plastic miter gage.I'd be embarrassed about this gage if I were a Hitachi Rep.The good news here is that I almost never use a miter gage on a sander.
3.Too much plastic.This may not be a functional problem (the jury is still out), but I don't like the looks of it.There appears to be no plastic used for structural parts - just on guards and such.

My overall impression is positive.This is a nice but basic sander that does everything a sander should.I will keep it and I think be happy with it.Hitachi's warranty is for 1 year.

Update at 1 year:Still happy.The dust collection works better than expected.No breakage.No problems.

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Product Description:
The SB10Y 4 x 8-Inch Belt and Disc Sander is a hybrid tool that is built to handle a wide variety of sanding applications. With its powerful motor, the SB10Y is able to generate plenty of power to handle tough hardwoods, and its on-board dust collection system keeps your workspace clean and free of debris. An adjustable table with miter gauge allows for precise angled sanding, while convenient belt-tension controls allow for quick and easy belt changes.


This 5.5 Amp sander easily handles hardwoods and has a dust-collection system for quick clean-up.
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An adjustable table with miter gauge allows for precise angled sanding.
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SB10Y 4 x 8-Inch Belt and Disc Sander
Tool Specifications
Amp5.5RPM1,700Belt4" x 36" Abrasive, 100 GritBelt Speed1,850 FPMDisc8" PSA Abrasive, 80 GritDisc Speed3,000 RPMWeight50 lbs.Hybrid Belt and Disc Sander Provides Versatility
The SB10Y features both a 4- x 36-inch belt sander and an 8-inch disc sander for handling a wide range of applications. The 5.5 Amp motor generates a belt speed of up to 1,850 FPM and a disc speed of 3,000 RPM.
For added versatility, the belt sander can be tilted horizontally or vertically. Easy belt-tensioning controls allow for quick and easy belt changes, and a built-in work-stop keeps workpieces secure during horizontal belt sanding.
The keyed on/off switch provides an added element of safety by preventing unauthorized use of the sander. The sander will only operate when the required key is inserted into the key slot.
Adjustable Table with Miter Gauge
The large 6- x 9-inch cast-iron table can be easily switched from belt to disc sanding applications, and it can be tilted for accurate angled sanding. The table tilts between 0-90 degrees for the belt sander and 0-45 degrees for the disc sander--the included miter gauge ensures that the angle is precise and true.
On-Board Dust Collection System
The SB10Y features an on-board dust-collection system with high-capacity bag. The dust bag attaches to the dust port with an easy-clamp system, so emptying and reinstalling the dust bag is quick and easy.
About Hitachi: A Tradition of Innovation
Hitachi Power Tools (Hitachi Koki USA, Ltd.) provides professional-grade power tools for a variety of applications, including woodwork, metalwork, concrete, drilling, cutting, and fastening. Hitachi is a leader in power tool research and development and has achieved many firsts in the power tool industry. Today, Hitachi continues the tradition of innovation and engineering with new features in addition to classic quality.
What's in the Box
SB10Y Sander, dust collection bag, and miter gauge.


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