08.11.2023
Orbital sander & Rotary sander simply explained
We demonstrate the distinctions between an orbital sander and a rotary sander in the Einhell Blog.
Grinder Accessories
Are you missing the right sanding disc or looking for sandpaper for your sander? We’ve got just what you need. Whether you use an orbital sander, belt sander, multi-sander or random orbital sander, you’ll find the perfect sandpaper sets with various grit sizes here. For stationary sanding machines like bench grinders or wet grinders, we also offer leather honing discs alongside sanding discs. With the right accessories, achieving the perfect finish on surfaces, knives, and other tools is effortless.
Suitable accessories for your sander
Sandpaper & Abrasive Mesh
Whether preparing rough surfaces or tackling fine sanding tasks, our sandpapers and abrasive meshes ensure every project is a success! Explore our range of sanding belts and sandpapers available in various shapes, sizes, and grit levels—perfect for diverse applications. Sanding belts are ideal for belt sanders and file sanders, while our sandpapers in different sizes and grit levels are tailored for orbital and random orbital sanders. Attaching them is simple: many of our sandpapers feature convenient hook-and-loop adhesion, while others can be securely fixed using a clamping mechanism. Our abrasive meshes, available in sets with 5 to 15 matching sandpaper pieces, are particularly durable and perfect for drywall work and sanding walls or ceilings. Whether you're roughing up a surface or aiming for a fine finish, you'll find everything you need for your next sanding project here!
Grinding & Brush Discs
Our grinding and brush discs handle nearly any surface—be it metal or wood. From coarse material removal to smoothing and polishing, we offer ceramic grinding discs in various sizes and grit levels. Depending on the fitting, they are perfectly suited for bench grinders or wet grinders, making them ideal for working on metal, steel, or even wood. Polishing discs, with their fine grit, provide the perfect final touch, while smooth leather honing discs are excellent for removing grinding burrs. Durable brush discs remove rust and paint, file or clean resilient materials, and are also effective on metal, cast iron, or wood. They are the perfect accessories for DIY enthusiasts with high standards.
Fixtures
For precise grinding, Einhell offers a wide range of fixtures for wet grinders, ensuring optimal results. These fixtures allow various workpieces to be securely held at the correct angle against the rotating grinding disc. Whether short or long knives, pipes, or turning chisels, the appropriate holders ensure secure fixation and even grinding. The fixture for short knives is ideal for small cutting tools, while the version for long knives makes it easy to handle even large blades. Achieve perfect results with these practical fixtures!
Accessory Sets for Grinding & Engraving Tools
With Einhell’s grinding and engraving tool sets, you’re prepared for every detail! These comprehensive sets include a wide range of attachments and accessories, ensuring the right tool for every task—from delicate engraving on wood, plastic, or glass to precise grinding, filing, milling, cutting, or rust removal. Featuring attachments like engraving knives, diamond-tipped burrs, wire brushes, or sanding drums, these sets are ideal for Einhell grinding and engraving tools as well as the Einhell bench grinder with flexible shaft. Whether you’re engraving intricate patterns or precisely sanding small areas, these sets provide the perfect tool for any project, keeping you fully equipped and ready for any challenge!
All You Need to Know About Sanding
Discover everything you need to know about accessories for your random orbital sander, bench grinder, or wet grinder. Learn how to choose the right sanding materials from a wide selection, ensuring you're perfectly equipped for every task.
Sandpaper & Grit Explained
For every surface and task, there’s the right sandpaper with the ideal grit. Grit is typically indicated with “P”, “K”, or “G” followed by a number: the higher the number, the finer the sanding result. Sandpapers with coarse grit up to 80 are primarily used for rough sanding of wood. Grits between 80 and 150 are ideal for smoothing already processed wood, while grits above 150 are used for fine sanding during woodworking. Grinding discs often classify grit with “G”, following the same rule: the smaller the number, the coarser the grit and the faster the material removal. Polishing discs, for instance, may have a grit of 400, perfect for smoothing metal or steel. Tip: Replace your sanding material as soon as it feels smooth or its performance decreases. Signs include needing more pressure or uneven material removal.
The Different Shapes of Sandpaper
For every sanding project, there is the right sandpaper shape: Round discs are ideal for random orbital sanders and offer even wear. Triangular sandpapers, especially for drywall sanders, are perfectly suited for wall work and enable precise sanding in corners and along edges. Delta-shaped sandpapers fit perfectly on multi-sanders and delta sanders and also reach hard-to-access areas. Rectangular sandpapers are optimal for orbital sanders and deliver an even result on large surfaces. Sanding belts are specially designed for belt sanders and file sanders, allowing extensive material removal or precise sanding.
Why Use Abrasive Mesh?
Abrasive mesh is primarily used in drywall work, and for good reason: the mesh allows efficient dust extraction and offers a longer lifespan. When sanding drywall, materials that generate very fine dust are often involved, making thorough dust extraction even more essential. For this reason, abrasive meshes with grid holes are predominantly used to extract as much dust as possible. Additionally, the sanding performance of abrasive mesh on surfaces like drywall is superior because the sanding pressure is distributed more evenly. When sanding, fine particles can clog sandpaper, filling the gaps between the abrasive grains and effectively smoothing out the sandpaper itself. This requires increased pressure to continue sanding, rendering the sandpaper almost useless. With a mesh, clogging is not an issue because the abrasive grains are integrated into the mesh structure, allowing dust to be extracted between them. This results in excellent sanding performance without the need for excessive pressure.
