ETS 125 SANDING PAD PROBLEM

[TomE]

I replace the pad when the sanding disc begins to fly off when I lift up the running sander, usually because that's the only time I notice a problem.

 

[Trimwood]

I do the same on replacing the pad > when it wheres out .
I will give you an update when I try out the new pad
Thanks for all the feed back it was all helpful. [big grin]

 

[mbrusso]

If I can chime in, I had a similar problem, then I bought what I believe some on this forum are calling an "interface pad" I call it the "Sacrificial pad" 

It is key to saving the full machine pads on the 125.  I just replaced my sacrificial pad the other day and it was after a ton of trim sanding (many hundreds of lineal feet) The main pad's hook and loop (velcro) was still in perfect shape, while the sacrificial pad's was essentially worn off.

I get replacements from Atlas tool in Toronto for around $6, so they are money well spent as the main pads are not cheap.