RIDGID introduces the GEN5X Brushless 18-Volt 3 in. x 18 in. Belt Sander. This is the first Brushless 18-Volt Belt Sander on the market. The RIDGID cordless Belt Sander is built to handle the toughest tasks on the jobsite. Register this tool within 90 days of purchase and get Free Parts. Free Service. For Life.
- Airguard technology collects up to 90% of dust for a cleaner work area
- Brushless motor technology delivers more run-time, more power, and longer motor life than brushed motors
- Variable speed dial match the speed of the sander with the specific application
- Tool-free belt release for quick and easy belt changes
- Automatic belt tracking tool automatically adjusts belt to center plate for straight alignment
- Adjustable pommel for ease of use during different applications
- Integrated vac adaptor fits standard 1-1/4 in. hose for cleaner, dust-free work environment
- Flat face allows for sanding flush to a vertical surface
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Antonia Mertz (verified owner) –
Works good, handy with no cords, but will drain a battery in constant use.
Nona Murray (verified owner) –
It’s a little too heavy
Gideon Schoen (verified owner) –
Very nice belt sander easy to use very powerful good battery life as well
Rodrigo Dietrich (verified owner) –
Does its job well. Eats batteries, so have spares or use a large capacity one. Dust collection system is effective.I have only had this 2 weeks so will post updates when more information gathered.
Angus Boyer (verified owner) –
Excellent choice works great
Isobel Roob (verified owner) –
Great sander, compact, light weight and cordless. I buy Ridgid for all my replacements of power tools because of the warranty that other tool manufacturers don’t give.
Delores Bartoletti (verified owner) –
It’s a good belt sander I think the biggest downfall is that it eats battery life extremely fast
Mara Sporer (verified owner) –
Awesome product
Euna Leannon (verified owner) –
Ok its not perfect but it does work. I liked that it uses standard 3X18 sand paper. It runs a long time on a single charge. Used it on a table and a single charge got it done. It has enough adjustments and is easy to change out the belt.
Catherine Gutkowski (verified owner) –
Yet to try it but high ratings for ease of purchase and timely delivery!
Jada Fritsch (verified owner) –
I have most every ridge 18v tool this is the only one that is only average. Poor battery run times (I have tried several batteries) slow speed
Porter Kuvalis (verified owner) –
Ridgid does it again with this belt sander… I can’t say enough good things about it… 3ah batt will give you PLENTY of run time. The ergonomics are great, the power/speed are great, the dust control is great. It is one “bad agent”… BE AWARE… when you are comparing various makes/models be sjure to remember that Ridgid measures the speed of the belt in FPM (Feet Per Minute)… Many others I have looked at seem like they are rated at higher speeds BUT they are rated as SFPM ( SQUARE Feet Per Minute) SPFM includes the width of the belt in its calculation, not just its length. So don’t be thinkin’ this thing is slow… It’s not… It’s right up there with the best of the rest.
Darby Hagenes (verified owner) –
Lots of power, good battery life. Its great not having to worry about a power cord getting sucked into the sander which has happened on all my corded belt sanders at one point.
Peggie Greenholt (verified owner) –
Sander does a good job but battery doesn’t last but 10-12 minutes. Took it back because 30 minutes into it I’m waiting on batteries to charge. Stick with my corded one on this one, otherwise all other 18v Ridgid products have been pretty solid in their performance.
Marguerite Bashirian (verified owner) –
Good overall performance and ergonomics. Could use a little more power.
Dorian Kris (verified owner) –
Works well but batteries die quicker than expected
Tobin Wiza (verified owner) –
good size and balance , good power, Ridgid’s Life Time Warranty , easy to change belts , multi speed ,adjustable handle
Loyal Ortiz (verified owner) –
Great Product
Tommie Stanton (verified owner) –
I have absolutely no negative comments about this product. It works just as described.
Briana Cormier (verified owner) –
Great sander, used 36 grit to sand my trailer. This was the best and fastest way to prep metal for paint. Ridgid 18 Volt products are great!