Shop Fox W1688 6" x 80" Edge Sander

Industrial-like quality and compact size that won’t hog precious shop space.

The W1688 6" x 80" Edge Sander features a graphite-coated cast-iron platen and precision-ground cast-iron tables.

The 3-3/8" diameter rubber roller allows you to get into tighter radius projects such as curved chair legs, guitar bodies, etc.

Equally important, the quick-release belt tension lever makes changing belts a breeze and all controls are thoughtfully placed for convenient access.

For a full range of replacement belts for the W1688, shop here.

The W1688 manual was written by our U.S.-based Technical Documentation Department and is packed with useful information. The complete and easy-to-read manual provides full instructions on how to assemble and maintain your sander.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Motor: 1-1/2 HP, 110V/220V, prewired 220V, single-phase, 16A/8A
• Sanding belt size: 6" x 80"
• Sanding belt speed: 1800 FPM
• Belt sanding head tilt: 0–90°
• Table size: 10-1/2" x 22"
• Table travel: 5"
• Platen: 6-3/4" x 29-3/4", graphite-coated
• Idler roller: 3-3/8", Rubber
• Drive roller: 4-1/4", Aluminum
• Footprint: 14-1/2" W x 29-1/2" L
• Overall size: 47" W x 20" D x 49" H
• Approximate shipping weight: 311 lbs.

FEATURES:

• Two-year warranty!!
• Sanding surface tilts vertical to horizontal
• Belt tracking and tension adjustment
• Quick belt release
• Spring-loaded table elevation
• Shielded and lubricated ball bearings
• Built-in dust hood with 4" dust port
• Miter block

Need help?

We offer U.S.-based customer service and technical support to get your questions answered and help keep your equipment running in top condition.

Please note: To accommodate the machine's footprint, extension bars may be necessary when using a mobile base.