How to Put a Sander on a Dremel Drum

Rotary tools use small bits for precise work.

A Dremel is a brand of multipurpose rotary tool that uses a high-speed, interchangeable bit system to do precise work on small projects. Common uses include routing, cutting, sharpening, grinding, cleaning, polishing, sanding and carving. Dremel models use a collet (a type of collared chuck) to hold bits tightly in place. The bit used for sanding projects is called a drum sander. The drum holds a band of sandpaper that can be replaced once it becomes worn. These bands come in a variety of grits for either rough or fine sanding.

Things You'll Need

• Sanding band

Instructions

1. Allow your Dremel band sander to cool off before handling it.

2. Loosen the screw at the top of the drum by twisting it counterclockwise with your hand.

3. Remove the worn sanding band by slipping it off the top of the drum.

4. Slide on a new sanding band with a grit amount of your choice. The edges of the new band should be flush with the top and bottom of the drum.

5. Tighten the screw on the top of the drum by twisting it clockwise. This will expand the drum to hold your new sanding band in place.

References

• Dremel: Manuals and Literature