BLACK+DECKER Detail Sander, 1.2 Amp, 16,000 OPM, Compact Design, 3-Position Grip for Comfort, Includes Dust Collector, Corded (BDEMS600)

I recently purchased the BLACK+DECKER Detail Sander, and it has been a game-changer for my woodworking projects! The compact design and 1.2 Amp power make it perfect for reaching those small corners and tight spaces that larger sanders can't handle.The 16,000 OPM ensures a smooth and efficient sanding process, and the 3-position grip provides excellent control and comfort during use. It's lightweight and easy to maneuver, making detailed sanding tasks much easier and more precise.The sander's performance and build quality are impressive, and it has quickly become an essential tool in my workshop. If you're looking for a reliable and efficient detail sander, I highly recommend the BLACK+DECKER Detail Sander. It's perfect for those small corners and intricate sanding jobs!

This is my third B&D “mouse” sander, they all were easy to hold, aim and control, and do the jobs I need really well. When you refinish doors, moldings, etc you want a larger sander to cover a lot of area, but for a slightly uneven deck with boards convexed or concaved you need a sander that can follow the contour of the wood and the mouse does that really well. Yes there are more expensive detail sanders out there, but the B&D ones give the best product for the buck. The grip is soft foam and when used with cloth work gloves sufficiently dampens vibration that my carpal tunnels don’t bother me. Using 60-120 grit paper and light pressure, I only need to go over a spot 5-10 x to reach bare wood thru 4 costs of Olympic semi transparent stain. Now a mouse only lasts me about 5 years for about 3-500 hours of sanding, but a heavy metal competitors sander would never allow me to hold it up over my head to do railing spindles and arbors because they are too heavy yo keep working hour after hour. When they finally fail, I assume the brushes wear out, because you need to shake the unit you try to start it and in some orientations it will not start. In older units the long finger attachment was flush to the rest of the sanding bed, but on the newest one the finger is raised perhaps 3/16” higher, this is a bad thing from my standpoint because you need to be taking the finger on and off to complete a job. The Velcro sanding pads hold the paper well and make for a. Quick, no tools style of change. I find the new units slide switch difficult to turn on and off with dusty gloves on, the older style push button/rocker switches were easier to use but we’re located in a poor place at the extreme front of the housing where it was likely to get bumped when you tried to sand railing spindles. The newer location on the handle is better for resisting accidental shot offs. If there were one improvement I’d like to see in the next design, it would be a sander that is flatter to the sandpaper so I can reach farther between railing spokes and in tight spaces without being constrained by the handle.

I just bought, and began using, the BLACK+DECKER Detail Sander. It's a real gem in the realm of power tools. Compact yet mighty, this sander has become my go-to for all my sanding endeavors.With its 1.2 Amp motor, it effortlessly smooths surfaces, whether I'm refining furniture or prepping for a fresh coat of paint. The 16,000 orbits per minute (OPM) speed ensures quick and precise sanding, leaving behind a polished finish that's hard to beat.What sets this sander apart is its thoughtful design. The 3-position grip isn't just a gimmick; it genuinely enhances comfort during prolonged use. And let's not forget the dust collector – a game-changer for keeping my workspace tidy and my lungs happy.In short, the BLACK+DECKER Detail Sander is more than just a tool; it's a reliable companion for anyone who takes pride in their craft. Trust me; you won't regret adding this powerhouse to your toolkit.

Works pretty well, but the sawdust catcher doesn't really catch much. I just use it outside

Needed to sand woodwork. This sander is great! It’s lightweight, easy to use and gets in tight areas. Love this sander! Good buy!

The sander has plenty of power and I refinish furniture. Picked this one for size and ease of use and it did not disappoint. Didn’t need another big sander and this one fit the job. I’m actually going to use it for a cabinet refinishing project soon as well

The media could not be loaded. My children helped out with the sanding process and it was a great experience. It went by so smoothly, I used 2 of the grits and they worked perfectly, however they wear out fast. (I purchased extra ones)It is such a great little Sander, great value for money, super easy to use,Little box that accumulates the powder worked great after pushing it in hard so that it would stay put.