How to Put a Sander on a Dremel Drum

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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
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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.

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