Problem with ETS 125 Sanding Disks not Sticking

[Razy]

I have an ETS 125 and the sanding disks don't stick to the sanding head.  I cleaned the head and tried different disks.  Can someone help?

 

[tbellemare]

How old is it and how much use?

Tom

 

[Razy]

The sander was purchased as a refurbished model through an authorized dealer.  I've had it for a couple of years.  I'm a hobbyist so it doesn not get much use.

 

[tbellemare]

It sounds like it's worn out. Has it been used without dust extraction?

Tom

 

[Razy]

Yes - No dust extraction.  How long is it expected to last?

 

[bellchippy]

I had the same problem, after using sander without any paper lol. Think you need a new pad.

 

[Razy]

Thanks all - new pad it is...

 

[AlexThePalex]

Yes - No dust extraction.  How long is it expected to last?

Depends on how much use the sander gets. In the body shop, where we used sanders professionally each day, a pad would generally last for 6 months.

 

[tbellemare]

They last longer if used with dust extraction because they stay cooler.

Tom

 

[Razy]

Thanks again!!

 

[nehardwoodfloors]

Me likes good english  [big grin]

 

[peter halle]

Me likes good english  [big grin]

Better?

 

[HugoNagtzaam]

The wear of your pad greatly decreases when you hit an uneven surface and the paper tears without you noticing; you will be sanding away your pad quickly. (which I did while messing around in tricky corners). Be mindful of that - check your paper regularly while sanding. Just bought a new pad and the increase in hold is dramatic!

 

[semenza]

The wear of your pad greatly decreases when you hit an uneven surface and the paper tears without you noticing; you will be sanding away your pad quickly. (which I did while messing around in tricky corners). Be mindful of that - check your paper regularly while sanding. Just bought a new pad and the increase in hold is dramatic!

Welcome to the FOG!  [big grin]

Thanks, for the tip.

Seth

 

[HugoNagtzaam]

Welcome to the FOG!  [big grin]

Thanks, for the tip.

Seth

Thanks. Spend ours here as guest. About time I started contributing as Dutch Festool Owner.

[big grin]

 

[WoodWhisperer]

I have went through a lot of pads on mine!! There's really no warning.  When its life is over, the sandpaper flies off the pad like a Frisbee!! [eek]