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The dust bag is also removable. Another great feature is the 16' cord, allowing for maneuverability not found in most corded powertools. If you don't buy this, a Bosch should be your next choice. This unit is relatively quiet, and thanks to makita's efficient and powerful motors acts stronger than its amperage rating. Belts change quickly and easily, and variable speed control lets you select the best speed for the job. Works great.
Smoooth and powerfull. This sander sounds ten times quieter than the Dewalt it replaced. Best belt sander I've every used - including several Porter Cables, which are much hearview and noisier. Purchased this sander from Toolbarn after suffering with my old Dewalt DW433. The saw was delivered in a three days in excellent condition. Excellent dust collection.
Even though the PC is heavier the ergonomics seem better for me. Twice before I have bought Reconditioned tools from DeWalt and they both were delivered as practically brand new. I had the misfortune of buying this reconditioned from Makita and honestly it looks more Used than reconditioned. I believe that I may return it and go for the Porter Cable. This sander is clearly meant for a left handed operator. The support inside the dust bag is in the way for a right handed person. Not so with this Makita.
Makita belt sanders seem quieter than most. Don't even think about using the Porter Cable on a vertical surface. Dust collection is better than average. The other 4 X 24 belt sander that I have used is the Porter Cable 362, but it weighs 20 pounds and it's like sanding with a Buick. The 9404 is hard to find in stores, I had to order it from Tool Crib. You won't be dissapointed. I love the belt tracking adjustment and the variable speed. I've had it about a year now.
The makita weighs about 8 pounds I think. If you want a really light and mobile sander, the 5 pound Makita 9911 can't be beat, but it uses 3X18 belts and I like the 4" width. Nice and light, and the 4" width is great for leveling 4" wide lumber. Slow speed is almost like hand blocking, high speed really takes off lots of material. Only improvement would be to include a case, but none of the belt sanders that I looked at had a case.
It is not too heavy and is easy to control. This is the best belt sander I have used. I use the variable speed control so that I can control just how much it is sanding or taking off, great feature.
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