WEN Benchtop Belt and Disc Sander with 1 x 30 in. Belt and 5 in. Sanding Disc (6515T)

I didn't expect much at such a low price, but since it wasn't a tool I needed every day, I figured it was worth a try. Pleasantly surprised. Works well. Seems to have plenty of power from a very smooth and quiet motor. Belts are easy to swap. Only complaint is how the sanding disk is glued to the wheel. Haven't tried to change disks yet, but it looks like it might be a pain. Hopefully I'm wrong - because it is great in every other respect.

Great power, no vibrations, Noise level is tolerable ant great build quality.

Table adjustment screws hard to use. Must tighten excessively to keep table from moving. Otherwise works fine.

I bought this to replace my ancient Delta 31-080, which finally died in a shower of sparks, smoke, and nearly flame. Delivery was fast - 3 days via USPS.The Wen is much lighter, and has rubber suction feet to hold it in place. It was easy to set up.Squaring the belt table required adjusting a set hex screw set in the table - easy access until it fills up with debris. in theory, it should be a one time set up, so i guess (or hope) it won’t present a issue in the future. the locking mechanism is a set screw in a lever assembly - it just requires about 45 degrees to lock. HOWEVER, when the table is lowered, from 90 degrees to about 135 degrees, the lever extends above the table when locked.The disc sander requires screwing on the dust collection port frame/plate, which slides onto the rear of the disc sander frame from the side, and secures with three phillips screws. The table locks with two set screw handles.It includes a small mitre gauge; i don’t know how accurate the scales on the table and mitre are - if you really need precision, it’s probably best to make a jig.i gave it a quick test run, shaping the end of a ʻoʻo (digging stick). it handled the job fine - the belt tracked perfectly with no adjustment, and the platen is firm and steady. The dust port did not seem to do much independently - there was dust all over - so i guess it really needs a collection system connected to it with adequate suction. The motor and belt were nice and quiet, and there was no wobbling or excessive vibration.as noted in other reviews, plastic parts (table set screw handles/levers, belt shield, disc dust collection plate) do seem less than ideal, but adequate for the light hobby work which i am using it for.For the price, i am very happy. if anything changes, i will update my review.

I am a beginner knife maker and I have conservatively added power tools to aid my handle shaping, with some steel grinding as required. I am extremely pleased with the work I can accomplish with this belt sander. It has made my sanding and shaping much easier than trying to do the job with hand tools, which I had to do prior to purchasing the WEN. Setup was pretty simple, and I have made some minor modifications to my sander to aid my woodworking hobby. Great purchase!

This was a great addition to my work bench. I do wood turning. I use it more than I expected to.

I have been extremely impressed with the woodworking products I have purchased that are by WEN. This item has a quiet, vibration free motor, a dust shield over the switch, a vacuum adapter, 2 vacuum ports, permanently sealed bearings, great fit and finish, and a very well-written user manual with an “exploded view” of each part. I highly recommend this item.

I've been using this sander for a few months now and for the money, you can't beat it.Pros:Assembly was easy and straightforward.Extra Belts are cheap and easy to findSander is fairly rugged and has held up to hours of abuse by cub scouts making pinewood derby cars and other woodworking projects.Belts are easy to replace.Cons:Feels cheap, but still works wellDisc sander and table aren't very accurate and adhesive backed discs are a painI am thinking of getting a second one for two different grits. I have a 9 inch disc sander, so I don't have much use for the 5 inch on this sander, but it has impressed me so far.