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
Arden Herzog (verified owner) –
I was very surprised at the power of the belt sander. It makes the time spent on the job less. I would definitely recommend this tool to anyone.
Marshall Schaden (verified owner) –
This was a Christmas present for my husband. He’s thrilled with it and all things Rigid.
Kaylie Powlowski (verified owner) –
Super powerful and good battery life.
Mckenzie Casper (verified owner) –
This is a awesome sander if you want to do a small or medium sized job. IT is more powerful than I expected after reading some other reviews. If you are looking for a grinder this is not the tool but it is a great portable sander It has all the features of a corded model (smaller belts of course ) and seams to be built extremely well. The weight is in between a heavy duty corded sander and a lightweight corded sander my inexpensive lightweight corded sander has about the same power and of course it will run all day But I often need a tool that is easier to use without running cords and this is perfect. I take several of my Ridgid cordless tools to a job when Im in the finishing stages of a job because I know they will work when I need them and thease new brushless motors will run longer.
Armani Osinski (verified owner) –
Convenient with no cord!! Nice design.
Cali Rohan (verified owner) –
I think this battery powered belt sander is awesome. It is great that you can just put a battery in and get the job done, no it wont run all day on a battery but who would expect that. It does exactly what it was designed for.
Cooper Fadel (verified owner) –
Excellent quality, very easy to use. I loved
Sophie Rodriguez (verified owner) –
Love it. Just make sure you got a big battery to go with it.
Leonardo Aufderhar (verified owner) –
for battery power, this is an excellent sander..not to loud either .. great addition
Zoila Smith (verified owner) –
Works great. With the dust bag there’s very little mess. Use it to clean up some rough cut lumber.
Barrett Williamson (verified owner) –
Woodworker for 35 years and I find the newest generation of battery operated tools simply fantastic.This belt sander is superb and is a s good if not better than many of the corded tools. Not having to mess with a cordis huge and the variable speed with this tool is a must have. You will not go wrong with this belt sander.
Ewell Moore (verified owner) –
great little sander for small jobs, we are doing a 12 by 17 deck with rough cut pine.battery runs out pretty quick on those boards, but on the rough cut hand rails which are 1×4 its awesome on those.would recommend as long as you realize your not getting a industrial sander lol.
Stewart Grimes (verified owner) –
I had doubts on it at first. But did watch a couple of YouTube videos, I was sold. I will be definitely be upgrading to to 4.0 amp batteries.
Justice Frami (verified owner) –
This sander works as good as my old electric one.
Libby Heaney (verified owner) –
works well for short uses but will drain 6.0 ah battery in about 20 minutes so I would suggest having at least one other fully charged battery ready and waiting.
Anastacio Hessel (verified owner) –
When I purchased the RIDGID 18-Volt GEN5X Cordless Brushless 3 in. x 18 in. Belt Sander I was really happy with how it performed. The first thing I tried sanding was a door panel for my kitchen cupboard I tried using one of my smaller batteries the 2ah and sadly it lasted only 15+ min. Later on I tried my 9ah instead and finished the rest of the panel with no issues yet. Battery if only on 3/4 of a charge still so thinking a larger battery is the best option. Very happy with the sander or sand paper on it not walking or moving while putting pressure on it. It stayed the same way or spot I started with I would recommend this for anyone with a project like myself.
Franco Barrows (verified owner) –
Love the versatility having a good battery powered belt sander provides.
Aurelie Predovic (verified owner) –
Lightweight but surprisingly powerful.
Johathan Corkery (verified owner) –
Excellent to use
Larissa Kihn (verified owner) –
Used with the new 9amp Octane battery and wow I wish i had bought this a year ago. Has plenty of power and good handling