Delta SM500 Shopmaster 5.2 Amp 4 by 6 Inch Benchtop Belt/Disc Sander
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Manufacturer: Delta
Model: SM500
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Publisher: Delta
Label: Delta
Features for Delta SM500 Shopmaster 5.2 Amp 4 by 6 Inch Benchtop Belt/Disc Sander:
- Powerful, 5.2 amp induction motor for long-lasting, smooth performance; totally enclosed in base to protect it from dust
- 3100 rpm disc speed and 2000 sfpm belt speed to handle just about any sanding job in hard and soft woods
- Belt operates horizontally, vertically and at any angle between 0 and 90 degrees for versatility in sanding jobs
- integral dust spout for vacuum hook-up
- Comes with miter gauge; two-year warranty
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Customer Reviews
Loud 
2007-02-11
Plugged it in after buying it and this thing is pretty cheap in that its not as solid as other tools I have purchased. I will be taking it back to the store for a refund and shopping for a belt/disc sander after some research.
Worthless 2007-01-14
I will keep this short: Unless you are planning on using your benchtop belt sander to sharpen pencils, do not buy this product.
Inadequate power 2006-09-26
Delta SM500 4" x 6" Belt/Disc Sander
I used to own one of these sanders, but sold it. Its major drawback was a serious lack of power. The motor would stop almost instantly if a decent sized piece was pressed even moderately hard on the sanding belt. Very frustrating as it rendered aggressive sanding all but impossible. Perhaps if it had at least 1/2 HP it would be acceptable, but the motor Delta puts on this sander doesn't do it. If you're only going to use the tool for very small pieces of wood, it might work OK, but otherwise, buy something else.
Not a good idea. 2006-08-09
I got this sander from a major retailer and paid the same price as listed here. Good thing I got the extra warranty.
I do a lot of small wood working and only have to use light preasure, so this size was actually about right for my use.
The sander lasted just about one hour of use before there were problems. The drive pully behind the sanding disk was slipping out off of the shaft teeth that hold it. I found myself constantly pulling this thing apart to push the pully back in place. After about 3 hours of use the drive pully teeth were stripped out being plastic. Just the belt tension would cause the drive shaft to spin inside the pully.
This is a poorly designed sander and I do not recommend it.
I took it back and got the larger model 31-695. We will see how this one goes.
Cheap Construction 
2008-05-15
The cheap plastic pulley that is splined to the drive mandrel strips out. I recommend this tool for VERY light use only.
Motors burn out in no time 2008-02-28
I am a Wood Scientist and wood collector. I bought this 4" inch version belt sander to sand small hardwood blocks 1/2" x 3" x 6". The motor burned out in practically no time with light use. I then bought the $269 6" version, hoping that the 1hp motor would last longer. It did; about a few months longer. That is not anywhere near the quality I expect for the price charged. This is the last time I plan to buy this brand of tool.
Timothy the Tool Man 
2008-02-14
The sander to a very light duty unit. Not enough power and hard to use.
I would not buy it again. The first chance I get to replace it can not come to soon. I will say the dust extraction works quite well. There is very little clean up after a large snading project.
If you want a cheap underpowered sander, this one is for you.
Timothy the Tool Man
Delta SM500 shopmaster sander 
2008-01-20
Delta SM500 Shopmaster 5.2 Amp 4- by 6-Inch Benchtop Belt/Disc SanderNice, compact, works great for light duty sanding, I make pens and bottle stoppers. Has vaccume attachment for getting the dust before it gets to the shop. I can't see what others are complaining about.
Very light duty capabilities 2007-12-27
I owned this sander and immediately found out it was not for aggressive stock removal. I used it infrequently and for light duty sanding only and the motor still burned up. I am an owner of many Delta products and have generally been happy with them. But this is one I'd stay away from
