In April of last year we learned that in Foreign markets, Ryobi had introduce the 18V Power File which was a cordless thin belt sander and fast forward to today and that same tool is hitting the USA market as the Ryobi 18V PSD101 1/2″ x 18″ Belt Sander.
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Ryobi already had a cordless belt sander so what makes this one any different? The last model was a traditional wide belt sander that sand and flatten larger areas with it’s 3×18″ sanding belt while this new model has a very thin belt just 1/2 an inch wide (1/2″18″) making it small and thin enough to get into small spaces for more detailed work. Think of it just like it’s UK/AUS cousin’s model name, the power file, as it will replace your traditional hand tool file with a powered version running on a belt.
This model’s features include a tool-free belt change, variable speed dial with lock on button for continued use without tiring your pointer finger a claimed runtime of up to 90 minutes on a 4.0 ah battery.
It’s stated to launch September 2020 for $79 as a bare tool.
- Variable Speed Dial for various applications
- Tool-Free Belt Change for user convenience
- Up to 90 minutes of run time (using a P108 4Ah Lithium-Ion Battery, not included)
- Lock-on switch for continuous use
- Ergonomic Design for tight spaces
- Compatible with all RYOBI 18V ONE+™ Batteries
- Part of the RYOBI 18V ONE+™ System of over 175 Cordless Tools
- 3-year manufacturer’s warranty
- Battery and charger sold separately
- MSRP: $79
- INCLUDES: (1) PSD101 18V ONE+ Cordless 1/2″ x 18″ Belt Sander, (1) 60 Grit Sand Paper Sheet, (1) 80 Grit Sand Paper Sheet, (1) 120 Grit Sand Paper Sheet
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I was just wondering about this particular tool. Thanks for the heads up!