Craftsman Professional 4 x 24 in. Belt Sander, Variable Speed Review

I purchased this sander about 7 months ago and had problems with the belt tracking from the start. I could adjust it okay until I placed it on the sanding surface. Then the belt would start to come off. As soon as I picked it back up again, the belt would re-align itself. I took it to the Sears repair place and they replaced the yoke assembly but it made little difference when I got back home with it. In my opinion, the design is flawed. The tracking adjustment is on one side of the roller, thus creating a "hard spot" there. The other side of the roller is free to flex and that, I think, is the problem. When it is placed on a hard surface, one side flexes and permits the belt to move off. My previous belt sander was a Sears Craftsman 4x24 as well which I purchased in 1975 and used extensively for well over 30 years without a problem.

I did like the variable speed feature on this new one though and also the adapter to hook up the dust collection to my shop vac for more powerful dust collection.

At least, there was no problem with taking it back to Sears for a full refund, even after 7 months. By the way, the price at Sears has been consistently at $200 by comparison with $250 at other places.

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Product Description:
800-1300 SFPM sander with belt release lever and dust collection system. Includes dust bag and 1 belt. Contoured wrap handle for comfort and aluminum housing for durability.

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