- Power: 1550 W
- Max. pipe diameter: 180 mm
- Angle: 270 °
Pipe belt sander for stainless steel tubes
A pipe belt sander sands and polishes round tubes and bends to an even, matt or glossy finish, something a flat sander can barely achieve. Builders of railings, balustrades and stainless steel structures use it to work away weld seams and bring the whole surface up tight. The sanding belt runs around the tube, so the texture stays consistent over the full circumference and you avoid flat spots.
The power runs, depending on the model, from roughly 900 to 1700 W, where more power helps on larger diameters and harder materials. With different grits and fleeces you move from coarse removal to a fine final finish. When choosing, look at the maximum tube diameter, the wrap angle of the belt and the speed control for command over the result.
A machine that closes firmly around the tube works faster and more evenly. Brands such as Metabo and Fein supply pipe belt sanders for professional metalwork. Choose the version that matches the diameters and the finish you need.
- Power: 900 W
- Max. pipe diameter: 60 mm
- Angle: 190 °
- Power: 1700 W
- Max. pipe diameter: 80 mm
- No-load speed: 8500 /min.
- Power: 1700 W
- Max. pipe diameter: 80 mm
- No-load speed: 2700-8500 /min.