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Paper Attachment System Improves Finishing Sander

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation is the North American branch of Robert Bosch GmbH, the largest power tool and accessory manufacturer in the world. It is also a member of the National Council of the Housing Industry — the Supplier 100 of NAHB.

The new 1297DK makes several improvements to the finishing sander, according to the manufacturer. Also called a “sheets sander” or “orbital sander,” the product has remained popular because of its unique ability to accept virtually any type of sandpaper, as well as its ability to get into corners.

The most important innovation in 1297DK is SheetLoc, a fast and easy paper attachment system that pulls regular sandpaper flat and tight for efficient, uniform sanding and longer paper life. The system eliminates the need to fold or bend paper and the struggle often associated with correctly positioning paper under the troublesome wire clamp systems found on other finishing sanders.

According to Bosch, the SheetLoc system gives regular sandpaper the benefits of “stick-on” adhesive sandpaper — ease of installation; prevention of creases and tears; and efficient, uniform sanding, but without the added expense; ¼-sheet stick-on paper typically costs twice as much as regular ¼-sheet sandpaper. (The sander will accept stick-on paper if regular paper is not available.)

The sander also includes a Microfilter dust canister, which uses through-the-pad dust collection to provide up to 75% dust collection efficiency, says Bosch, and to capture up to 40% more than competitive devices. The filter captures particles as small as a ½ of a micron in diameter — about 120 times smaller than the thickness of a human hair.

To make it comfortable to use, Bosch designed the 1297D with a low-vibration three-point internal counter-balance system, ergonomic soft-grip top and control, and all ball-bearing construction.

Bosch is also launching a complete line of sandpaper this summer.

For more information, call toll-free 877-BOSCH-99 (877-267-2499) or click here.

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