Makita 9911 5.6 Amp 3-Inch by 18-Inch Variable Speed Belt Sander with Cloth Dust Bag

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Product Description

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Designed for professionals seeking a lightweight and quiet tool, this belt sander from Makita delivers precision control and performance that won't wear you out. The popular Makita motor is known for long life and reliability, and, unlike most other brands, the brushes can be accessed and changed from the outside casing.

We found the adjustable speed dial to be spot-on for accuracy throughout its entire range, from a slow 250 feet per minute for delicate work to a blistering 900 feet per minute for serious stock removal. However, even at a powerful 5.6 amps, the motor is quiet compared to other models we tested.

Woodworkers of all skill levels will appreciate the self-centering belt, and the quick and easy belt change translates into less prep time and increased production. With one of the better dust-collection bags on the market and a flattop design for benchtop use, this is a great sander for all midweight applications. --Justin Paul

Product Description
This belt sander has a powerful 5.6 Amp motor that can deliver belt speeds of 250 to 900 feet per minute for fast yet controlled stock removal. Compact, lightweight and well-balanced for easy operation, its unique design allows for flush sanding to a wall. Automatic belt adjustment requires no adjustment after installing belt. Low noise of only 82dB is easy on the ears. Flat-top design allows sander to be turned and used as a benchtop tool. Features a superior dust collection system. Amps: 5.6, Variable Speed: Yes, Belt Size (in. x in.): 3 x 18, Belt Speed (ft./min.): 250 - 900, Noise Level (dB): 82, Dust Bag Included: Yes

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• Item Weight: 6.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B0000223IV
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 9911
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #22,194 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)

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107 of 109 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An inexpensive, lightweight sander with heavyweight features, December 29, 1999

By	Garr Ovard (Salt Lake City, Utah) - See all my reviews

Need a lightweight, powerful sander with few frills and many positive features? Makita's inexpensive sander fills the bill nicely. I had some very rough walls and ceilings that I needed to paint and wallpaper, I was becoming increasingly frustrated as to how I would smooth out these walls, until I found Makita's sander. The unit is ruggedly constructed of premium quality plastic, thus it is very light, has a vacuum bag that really works, plenty of power, easily switches belts, and is quiet and runs more vibration free than I'd have thought. But its lightweight aspect allowed me to run it for hours up the walls, over my head, without wearing me or my tiny wife out, and without burying us in dust. It truly is a marvel and appears to be up to years of heavy duty work. I was looking at much more expensive metal (heavier) sanders, but this one did all I could ask and more. Its lightweight price also makes it a very good deal!

44 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars After a lot of research . . . this is the one!, October 1, 2001

By	M. Dileo "mdileo" (Columbus, NJ) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I researched a lot of belt sanders before deciding on this unit. I checked out various sanders at my local Home Depot and talked with some local contractors.I narrowed down my choice to this or the Porter-Cable. In the end I decided on the Makita for the following reasons:1. The Porter-Cable is simply too heavy. I use this sander in the vertical as well as horizontal positions. It is heavy enough to be substantial and has a powerful motor, but is still easy enough to use with one hand in many different positions.2. The dust collector is in a very unobtrusive location compared to the Porter-Cable, in addition it really works. There really isn't much dust produced when using this sander.3. The flat back allows it to be clamped to a table and used as a parts sander. The variable speed control really comes in handy here.4. Price wasn't a big concern for me, I was going to buy the sander that fit my needs. For someone who needs a medium duty belt sander that will be used in a variety of job I recommend this one highly! Some other larger/smaller units may be better at specific jobs, but this one is really a jack of all trades.5. The motor is good, not a monster, but powerful and able to sustain heavy sanding for long periods of time without excessive heat. In addition, the brushes can be easily replaced.6. Belt tracking mechanism worked flawlessly. One person in one of the reviews here complained about belt tracking. If you adjust the belt carefully it stays on track for a looong time. Maybe that person had a defective unit, or more likely, a belt that wasn't perfectly square. There is no way a non square belt will track correctly no matter how much you adjust the tracking screw.Congratulation to Makita on a job well done!

36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Makita 9911 3x18" Sander, January 16, 2000

By	Dennis Beach (Kansas City) - See all my reviews

This sander comes in very handy for dressing up the edges of wood trim to the ends of a door. It is light weight and I like it best because it sands flush to its edge. This tool gets a thumbs up in my book.