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Black Decker/ Porter Cable 371K 2-1/2" X 14" Compact Belt Sander
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Black Decker/ Porter Cable 371K 2-1/2" X 14" Compact Belt Sander

List Price: $212.52
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Description:

2-1/2x14 5a belt sander. Compact size; accepts 2-1/2" x 14" sanding belts. Removable auxiliary handle offers better control when 2-handed use is desired. Cord exit grip offers auxiliary gripping for various orientations. Removable dust port for a cleane

Features:

2-1/2x14 5a belt sander


Compact size; accepts 2-1/2" x 14" sanding belts


Removable auxiliary handle offers better control when 2-handed use is desired


Cord exit grip offers auxiliary gripping for various orientations


Removable dust port for a cleaner workspace


Product Details:
Product Length: 16.0 inches
Product Width: 9.5 inches
Product Height: 10.75 inches
Product Weight: 9.4 pounds
Package Length: 15.0 inches
Package Width: 8.4 inches
Package Height: 7.1 inches
Package Weight: 8.95 pounds
Average Customer Rating: based on 54 reviews
Customer Reviews:
Average Customer Review: 4.0 ( 54 customer reviews )
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68 of 69 found the following review helpful:

3Important Safety ConcernsJun 21, 2007
By Nick C
This is a very handy little sander. Very ergonomic. Two safety concerns: 1) Portions of the chassis get very hot very quickly. It's easy to burn yourself. 2) Belt tracking is adjusted by turning a small plastic knob that functions as a bolt head. The bolt shaft is threaded into the chassis. There is a spring that surrounds the bolt shaft, and is therefore trapped between the chassis and the bolt head. This spring is under compression, which creates an outward force against the inside of the bolt head. This force prevents the adjustment knob from "walking" out of adjustment when the sander is running. Unfortunately, the spring is not strong enough to do its job, and the tracking must constantly be adjusted. Worse, the creeping of the adjustment knob is in the direction that causes the belt to work its way off the platen. This could result in workpiece damage, or even an injury to the operator. I'm going to replace the spring with a much stronger one to try and corect this problem.

62 of 64 found the following review helpful:

3IT'S OK, BUT...Jul 05, 2007
By Dr. Dave
When I saw the first ad for this Porter Cable Compact Belt Sander, I had to have it. Having is not as sweet as wanting, unfortunately. It gets hot, REAL HOT! If I'm going to be using it more than just a couple of minutes I have to put on gloves, it gets that hot. Also the belt tracking has to adjusted almost constantly, a real pain in the rear. It is, however, good for getting into tight spaces, but being as compact and powerful as it is, it can get away from you before you know it, it really takes two hands to keep this little beast under control.

My other belt sander is a Bosch 3"x21" model that is much more refined, it's very easy to control and on large surfaces I run it one-handed quite frequently with no problems, there's no problem with heat and I never, I repeat NEVER have to adjust the Tracking!

Bottom line: I wish I had just saved my money. Because of the heat and tracking issues, I just really don't like using this sander, though It does look very cool on the shelf as a $119.00 paper weight.

UPDATE: I decided to try Mirka belts and was surprised to find that the tracking issues all but disappeared, AND, it doesn't seem to get as hot (perhaps because I haven't had to run it as long since the Mirka belts work as well as they do). I've come to the conclusion that Black & Decker companies don't make the best sandpaper. Switch to Mirka, I think you'll be pleased with the results.

58 of 60 found the following review helpful:

5Thank You P.C.!!Dec 01, 2006
By T. Palmer "Adirondack woodworker"
I've had this sander for about 3 weeks; I first tested it on rough cut red oak, worked great! Since, I've refinished pine, sanded scribe lines on counter tops and smoothed off a piece of old roofing slate to make chalk board. It's about the size of a small loaf of bread, Very light and plenty of power. The case is a real plus; I cut out the little divider now I can fit extra belts and a eraser in it as well. Once you adjust the belt tracking it stays put. The vacuum attachment is great when I'm using it in the shop. I highly recommend this sander for jobs where those big 3"X21" sanders are just too unwieldy. You can be much more delicate with this sander.

24 of 24 found the following review helpful:

4Great but could be betterFeb 06, 2007
By M. S. Fair "tribal chief"
When I first saw this product I had to have it. I use portable belt sanders like shaping tools in my kind of carpentry. I was surprised that the belt alignment knob was soo touchy. The knob allows the belt to dis-align while working the stock. Uh, bummer. The other only complaint is that it does not

come with a bag attachment, only a vacum hose port. I like to have the freedom of sharp quick movement, which a vacum hose hinders. It has good power and has fine balance.

18 of 18 found the following review helpful:

5Great little sanderJan 09, 2007
By P. Butler "Critter Keeper"
This is a great little sander, compact, powerful, easy to handle & use. The only downside is, since it is brand new, finding sanding belts to fit is a problem. No going to the local hardware or Home Depot, have to order on-line & wait a few days. Other than that, it is a great product.

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