Triton Oscillating Spindle & Belt Sander - Review and demonstration. A great bit of kit!

[@blackkatstudioinc8240]

*This is exactly what I needed for trimming the edge of oak boards **MyBest.Tools** I also used the disk to round edges while building an oak - walnut cabinet.*

[@stanislavvojtas254]

Best review I’ve ever seen in decade. In fact this is the best review!

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you! :-)

[@danielbrown1323]

Thank you Russell. This was extremely helpful. Very detailed review and thanks for the 3" advice. Triton makes some nice tools. I have their routers and they are still going strong after 12 years of use. They should tap you for a role as their demonstrator. Brilliant presentation. Thanks again.

[@RussellPlatten]

Cheers Daniel! :-)

[@markbrydson3212]

Excellent, tight, snappy, no-nonsense review. Many thanks, Russell. Just ordered one of these myself on the back of your review.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you Mark! :-)

[@danam664]

That was one of the best tool reviews I've seen. Thanks Russell. I'll definitely consider that machine.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful Michael! :-)

[@grahamh7041]

thanks Russell - very helpful review - especially the tip re the 3" drum. You have convinced me !

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you Graham, I am very happy with it. :-)

[@scottguitarsuk23]

Thanks Russel, I've just bought one of these and did wonder about the 3" drum as my other Triton Bobbin Sander had one, great tips and advice all much appreciated. Dan.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help Scott! :-)

[@KFC8339]

A very engaging demonstration. Honest and clear. Well done.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you very much! :-)

[@casparjohn4642]

Thanks. A concise review from a thoughtful person who has clearly used the tool; take note other KZbin reviewers!

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you! :-)

[@daverobinson6384]

Came here because Screwfix have it £60 off today...You’ve convinced me to buy it! Nice review!!

[@RussellPlatten]

Sounds like a good deal! :-)

[@zigzag5805]

thanks for the brilliant review on this machine. mine comes today with extra sleeves and a 75mm rubber insert , really it's a no boner oscillating drum belt sander and you can use the bevel . nice trick with 75mm drum. but why didn't triton cater for the 75mm drum in manufacture when they sell sleeves in pkts of six

[@RussellPlatten]

I find it strange that they do not include the 3" drum with an insert. I am very pleased with mine. :-)

[@donaldswan1587]

Thank you for the insert / 3 inch drum idea! That's awesome! You helped me buy one. TRITON - SEND THIS MAN SOME COMMISSION!

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you Donald! :-)

[@garycovington6110]

Thanks - great review with detail instructions, will make my unboxing go so much smoother

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help Gary! :-)

[@jacktar6877]

What you didn't mention is that when you want replacement sleeves you can't by the sizes individually and if you are only using one size you end up with loads of sleeves you don't need. I have one of these machines and have brought the 3" spindle as you suggested. Many thanks for a very well made video.

[@RussellPlatten]

Good point about the sleeves! :-)

[@jerryprovencher2047]

Clever! Just go one for Christmas and can't wait to give it a spin. Thanks for a good video

[@RussellPlatten]

I love mine Jerry! :-)

[@Tinker1950]

Good, straightforward review with no messing about. Thanks. And you've convinced me, I must get one of these.

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@ToffeenoseToffeenose]

Triton should be paying you mate. No rambling just a very good precise review. The tip regarding the 3inch drum is awesome. You should be a full time reviewer but looking at your woodwork skills you would be wasted. Cheers mate 👍

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you. :-)

[@beowoulf355]

I have to say, you did a brilliant review. And I have watched a lot of these sorts of videos.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you. :-)

[@kstewart3657]

Great review. I've just bought one of these and about to set it up so your video has been a great help. Your advice regarding the 3" drum and home made insert is an unexpected bonus. Thank you! 👍👏

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help! :-)

[@jamesmcateer3197]

Excellent review and perfect timing as I have started shopping for a spindle sander. Cheers from Canada!

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful. Cheers for England! :-)

[@ritchtaylor3831]

Excellent review. You convinced me. I was wavering between this, the Wen and Rigid.

[@RussellPlatten]

I use mine regularly! :-)

[@JustinMurray170fin]

Absolutely fantastic review. No BS comprehensive review.👍 I'll be purchasing on the back of this review. If Triton has any sense they should reach out & send you items for review.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you Justin for such a fine comment!! :-)

[@GitaraMaker]

This is a great review - direct to the point, very clear, and has covered every important part. I'm waiting for that sander to be available in my country 🇵🇭, the shipping fee is too much when buying it at Amazon. Anyway, thank you for the great review.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful! :-)

[@RogerM9]

I've been toying with buying one of these for ages, and this vid has convinced me. Great mod for the 3" drum! You've just cost me a wad of cash! :) Thanks for posting.

[@thegreenman4898]

thanks russell, i was looking at this very machine yesterday, i may go and get it now.

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@jimbates3557]

Just made a insert for a 3" drum Thanks for the GREAT idea!

[@RussellPlatten]

Nice one Jim! :-)

[@BrookesWood]

Awesome video Russell. I got one of these at makers central a couple of years ago but never used the spindle. I now couldn't remember how to fit them...till now!

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help! :-)

[@jamesrouse3001]

Thank you Russel! Great review. Super clear and helpful. Nice work.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful James! :-)

[@alexivanov9652]

Excellent review, everything I wanted to know in the order I needed to know it, guy at the counter couldn't but Russell convinced me to get one! Btw if you can't find the Triton there's about 6-7 different brands offering the exact same machine in different colours

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help Alex! :-)

[@WoodomainJeremyBroun]

Nice review thanks

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you! :-)

[@WoodomainJeremyBroun]

@@RussellPlatten Russell, so often reviews are woolly or in an accent that can't be understood and at a helium fuelled speed of delivery that contradicts the patience that woodworking demands! I liked your down to earth, clear and need to know delivery. the art of a good review is the reviewer answering all the questions the woodworker is thinking of and at the time that is appropriate and of course being succinct!

[@sbooder]

Thank you for a cracking review. So nice to hear about a product without the reviwer's life story first.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful! :-)

[@michaelsteyn]

Russell, that was a great review, I agree its makes sense to buy the 3" drum & make your own inset. I'm going to buy one!

[@RussellPlatten]

Triton should supply the drum and insert. :-)

[@DaveTheDrummer]

Very helpful. Might have to go get one tomorrow and get rid of the Ferrex thing I bought.

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@VikingInspired]

Ive been looking at these, this is a great review and made my mind up. The 3" hack is perfect and I havent seen that elsewhere :)

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help! :-)

[@VikingInspired]

@@RussellPlatten just bought one, so far so good :)

[@mltamplin]

excellent! I learned everything I needed from your clear explanation

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help! :-)

[@tonyalways7174]

Wow bloody impressed by the dust extraction. Reconfiguring my workshop this year so I’ll be making a space to fit this I think. Cheers for sharing and I’m subbing to see more of your stuff.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you Tony. :-)

[@markjarman7819]

Been looking at this for some time now. Great review

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you! :-)

[@FrankGFarkasSrFG]

Nice Job on this review. Like the 3in drum mod.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad you enjoyed it! :-)

[@MichaelCooper-is1zj]

Great review with lots of detail, one seriously good suggestion, and no self-serving chatter (our American cousins could learn a thing or three).

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you. :-)

[@pinkplonker8776]

Now there is something else I have to buy! Great review, thanks.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thanks for watching! :-)

[@fontybits]

What a brilliant machine - AND review!!!!!!!!!

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you! :-)

[@billballeza377]

That was an excellent review of this tool.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help! :-)

[@airtechimages]

great review thanks, when the belt is on can it be adjusted so there is no area of no belt when oscillating? I am wanting to sand the edges of 5mm acrylic, thanks

[@RussellPlatten]

Yes you can. :-)

[@keithflemo]

Super review ..I bought this machine after seen your review 👍👍

[@RussellPlatten]

I love it. It is one of my 'go to' machines in the workshop! :-)

[@Qwerty1235945]

That’s an excellent review. I’m going to have to buy myself one of those. This is the first of your videos I’ve seen. You have a new subscriber. :-)

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you! :-)

[@lonidena8623]

GREAT REVIEW THANK YOU SO MUCH. I LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU. I DO HSVE ONE QUESTION THOUGH, WHERE CAN I PURCHASE OTHER GRITS OF SANDING DRUMS?

[@RussellPlatten]

There are links in the video description. :-)

[@megabyatt]

Brilliant presentation,thank you.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful! :-)

[@johnmarkelewicz5495]

Excellent review. You pretty much sold me on this model. Thanks,

[@RussellPlatten]

I am happy with mine. :-)

[@Shaft1358]

Great review and demonstration!

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful! :-)

[@damianfreeman4326]

Just bought one awaiting screwfix to drop it off thanks for the brilliant review 💪👍

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@tamasjarolics1117]

Dear master, my machine arrived today, thank you for your video, it is very inspiring for me. He contributed a lot to me buying this machine. My only question is that there might not be a sanding roller with a grain size greater than 80 somewhere. I couldn't find a sanding roller with a larger grain size anywhere. Thank you in advanced. ​

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help! :-)

[@andye300]

Thanks for very useful review!!

[@terryk3118]

Excellent video. Thanks! Particularly liked your clever 3" adaptation. Do you know where it's manufactured?

[@RussellPlatten]

It was manufactured in China Terry. PRC on the label. I wonder if Triton think PRC will fool some customers who do not like tools manufactured in China! LOL

[@sticksnbits7700]

Thank you so much for this review! Really helped me out 😃

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful! :-)

[@joshroycroft2454]

really good review only problem is i cant find the 3 inch drum anywhere and the link to Amazon in the description is sold out with no plan to restock unfortunately but thanks for the review really well done keep it up

[@RussellPlatten]

I found this site: www.toolsparesonline.com/products/7471-rubber-drum-76mm.aspx Not one I have used before. I just searched for Triton 76mm sanding drum. :-)

[@joshroycroft2454]

Russell Platten oh thank you I gave just ordered one thanks to your review

[@starcaster]

Thanks for a great review. And now to click ‘buy’!

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@johnvine5731]

Yeah, that was a very good review, very well done.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you John! :-)

[@djs240]

Thank you for review,sold me! They should sell the 3” drum and insert together. Thanks

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@drs-Rigo-Reus]

This is the same as the ridgid version? Seems to be but might be better quality?

[@RussellPlatten]

I am not sure Bob. They look the same. :-)

[@ladan2703]

Hard to understand for a school English foreigner, but I understood by watching. Thank you

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help! :-)

[@TPHoarder]

Appreciate the vid, very nice overview of the sander.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you. :-)

[@Fossy35]

Hello again Russell. Have you ever experienced the belt moving on this sander? It never seems to stay where it is set. Am I doing something wrong?

[@RussellPlatten]

I find that if you put too much pressure on the belt it moves John. :-)

[@Fossy35]

@@RussellPlatten Thanks Russell, I think you are right. I had a very fine belt on it which I had to put pressure on it to remove the wood. Changed it for a course grit and seems to be ok. Really interested in your live bird cam now. I'm a really big wildlife fan. Thanks and keep up the good work.

[@Mcgwynn4]

Great review!! Been looking at getting one of these after watching your review I’ve just ordered one Thanks. 👍

[@RussellPlatten]

I hope you like it. I am very happy with mine. :-)

[@targas1008]

Unfortunately I had two balt sander attachments where the plate was bent inwards, so you cannot sand flat. Poor production..

[@jtaylor8606]

Not only is this a great review, it's also incredibly useful for guiding how to set it up and use it - the only poor part of this piece of kit is the instructions, they literally tell you nothing about setup, where the components are stored, features like the belt sander tracking, really they are nopthing more than a parts list and a couple of unitelligeable and poorly printed black and white photos. Thanks for this Russel.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad to help Jonathan. :-)

[@mostafa2723298]

hi Mr Russell can you help me where can i get the 3 inch rubber drum? thanks

[@steviecator2108]

Great review thanks for the insights

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful Stevie! :-)

[@Jetsetscotty]

Your table is touched up by brush with black paint too, like mine. Does the belt on yours and spindles sit at 90 degrees? Does the belt sand flat or crown a little? Any issues with yours?

[@RussellPlatten]

The belt and drums are 90 degrees to the table and the steel plate on the belt attachment lines up with the rollers. I have no issues with mine. I take it yours is not right? :-)

[@johanbjorklund7020]

Just buyed this machine, and as you said in the video- the manual was pretty useless. So this video learned me a lot of this machine. So tomorrow... yeah. ;)

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad I could help! :-)

[@geoffreyatkinson5653]

Lost the spanner and can't find one that fits any suggestions?

[@RussellPlatten]

The spanner is a 13mm metric. These are very common and if you have a few spanners in your workshop you may well have a spare. If not, you can always use an adjustable spanner. Just in case, here is a link to a suitable spanner on Amazon: amzn.to/3sv66zM I hope this helps! :-)

[@geoffreyatkinson5653]

thanks, i was able to order one. thanks for your reply. it seems it was just really jammed tight, used one spanner to hold it still to stop the spinny thing from spinning and the other spanner to force it free.@@RussellPlatten

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it is sorted Geoffrey! :-)@@geoffreyatkinson5653

[@stewartdyson3189]

Great review, thanks mate.

[@RussellPlatten]

Cheers Stewart! :-)

[@davidmead838]

hi Russell i watch you doing the evolution rage 5s and went and got one and LOVE it now looking at a sander and this one is what im looking for .... were did you get the 3"drum and the drum sanders from please

[@RussellPlatten]

Hi David, I got the drum from eBay: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Spare-Rubber-Drum-Or-Throat-Plate-Set-For-Triton-Oscillating-Spindle-Sander/312243892062?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 I got the sleeves from here: amzn.to/2XbcuLD Unfortunately, they are not available at the moment, so shop around for the best price. :-)

[@tomharmon7516]

@@RussellPlatten the 3" is out of stock every where I look. Does this work? 3 in. Replacement Drum and Sleeve for B.O.S.S Spindle Sander

[@olrenison]

Great review thanks. Looks like a good little machine. It looks as if the wide belt oscillates a smidge above the table at the top of its travel?

[@RussellPlatten]

The Sander is a great addition to my workshop. The belt can be raised or lowered on the Sander and I did not have it set correctly on the video. :-)

[@Knickerson]

Thanks for the review. It seems pretty loud. I'll have to check the db levels.

[@RussellPlatten]

I do not think it is loud, it is with the shop vac on at the same time though. :-)

[@Tinker1950]

Gormless remark. If you're worried about the sound, then wear your bloody ear defenders.

[@Knickerson]

John Walker - I’ve got neighbors. I suppose I could give them ear defenders for Christmas.

[@leroymontano315]

Your video is very good and helpful, thanks.

[@RussellPlatten]

Glad it was helpful Leroy! :-)

[@GrandadsWorkshop5252]

Hi again Russell how ya keepin. Another top review. Just wondered if you could tell me if the sleeves are available in different grits ? Many thanks pal keep up the great work.

[@RussellPlatten]

Hi Tim. Yes, you can get different grits. There is a link to some in the video description. Shop around though, there are different options at different prices. :-)

[@bluehoo0]

Thank you very much for doing the review. What’s the accuracy like? I watched a review of a different make to the Triton and the reviewer remarked that the table could not be sett to an accurate 90 degrees to the belt sander, and also the sanded edge was slightly bellied amongst other things. I would like a belt bobbin sander combination but accuracy is important to me. Thanks again.

[@RussellPlatten]

If you look at 5:00 you can see me check the spindle. I have no issues with mine. Others have mentioned issues with theirs. I went into the garage before replying to you and checked it again. It was very slightly out, about 1 degree, but I was able to correct it by giving the moving part of the table a tap upwards. The belt was vertical at both ends. I found no movement inwards at the centre bottom (with my finger resting on the table pressing on the belt in the middle between the two rollers). However at the top of the belt in the centre there was a couple of millimetres movement, I suspect that this is caused by the tracking mechanism. I would say that it is not perfectly accurate, but is is certainly fine for my needs. I hope this helps. :-)

[@bluehoo0]

Russell Platten Thanks for checking it, sounds as if it may be ok for my needs. Thanks again 👍

[@RussellPlatten]

@@bluehoo0 You are welcome. :-)

[@cwmavoncwmavon]

Hi Russell, what dust extractor do you use?

[@RussellPlatten]

I have used a Nilfisk Multi 30 with a dust bag for years. Evolution power tools recently sent me a bagless shop vac to review and I really like that too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWLHooaObLKFbJo Any reasonable shop vac will do, you may need to find an adapter if the nozzle does not fit. :-)

[@woodandfood]

Where do you get the 76mm drum from? Great review!

[@RussellPlatten]

There is a link in the video description. :-)

[@woodandfood]

@@RussellPlatten tried that but product isn’t available and wondered if you knew where else it could be bought from.

[@RussellPlatten]

I just had a look online and found this site: www.toolsparesonline.com/products/7471-rubber-drum-76mm.aspx Not a site I that have used or have any experience of. There seems to be a shortage of these drums for some reason. :-)

[@harryc.2817]

Hey Russell, just came across this review. Very useful, thank you. I have the Triton in my shopping cart, and I think it's going to be "check-out" soon. Just one question, if you don't mind: what size are the belts? "Suggested" online ad-ons include belts of different sizes, 3" x 21", 4" x 24" - obviously should be one length. Would appreciate insight. Thanks, mate.

[@RussellPlatten]

The belts are 100mm x 610mm Harry. amzn.to/2Txysb0 here is a link to some that I purchased. Shop around for the best price if you decide to go for it! :-)

[@JBWcinema]

thanks for a great review Russell - just purchased ! Re. the 3' drum; when fitted , the base of the rubber snags on the the metal insert mount on the extreme right.Did you file this down on your machine? I can clear it by using a number of washers/spacer but it is not exactly 'elegant' ! Thanks again

[@RussellPlatten]

I never had an issue with mine. I hope you can sort it out! :-)

[@JBWcinema]

@@RussellPlatten thanks Russell; will investigate!

[@RussellPlatten]

Good luck!! :-)

[@tomdean8580]

Great review, thank you!

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@bobreichel]

I'm in the US. I'm looking for the 3" rubber spindle. I can't seem to find it by itself. Were did you get yours?

[@mattmayes599]

Have them on Amazon

[@Thesidingsworkshop]

Thanks mate brilliant review o watched it. Ordered one ..... coming tomorrow...... and watched again cheers mate 👍 subscribed 👍

[@RussellPlatten]

Thanks for the sub! :-)

[@LokiEklipse]

Solid review 👌🏼

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you! :-)

[@Keith12001]

Very good review. Thanks

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@johnbailey9682]

They now come with the 3inch spindle.

[@RussellPlatten]

Not all of them unfortunately John. :-)

[@tomharmon7516]

@@RussellPlatten Not with mine.... sad!

[@tomharmon7516]

I'm wondering if this would work? 3 in. Replacement Drum and Sleeve for B.O.S.S Spindle Sander

[@RussellPlatten]

@@tomharmon7516 I don't know Tom. I wouldn't risk it. :-)

[@daveylad2]

Great review 👍👍 Thank you

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@anthonyfesta1224]

Is it better then the Ridged?

[@RussellPlatten]

I have no idea. I suspect that they are manufactured by the same company. :-)

[@anthonyfesta1224]

Russell Platten the motor on my Ridged quit on me after about 2 years of light duty. It sure was nice when it was working though. Moved on to a jet JBOS5 great tool. Thanks for the reply.

[@insspirito]

Thank you!

[@RussellPlatten]

You're welcome Garik! :-)

[@josefranciscogonzalezperez3317]

Desde España,excelente presentación. Saludos.

[@RussellPlatten]

Reino Unido, gracias! :-)

[@jrgal27]

nice review thanks

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@jeffoldham3466]

good review,,i think you sold me on it,,thanks a bunch

[@RussellPlatten]

Cheers Jeff! :-)

[@philipswan1016]

great review thanks a million

[@RussellPlatten]

You're welcome Philip. :-)

[@tootman001]

thanks for video very helpful

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)

[@jerryemt2001]

Love the church you made.

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you, my wife does too. :-)

[@robertbutler8004]

It's a pity that the sanding sleeves do not oscillate to the full height of the sleaves.

[@denoro.]

At 7:16 i guess you have the belt wrong inserted there

[@RussellPlatten]

I do not understand. :-)

[@denoro.]

@@RussellPlatten ohh, here comes my english speaking abilities.. . I'll do my best. The edges of the sanding belt are overlapped and glued together. When sanding something it's safer if the "above" edge comes first, if not the risk of damaging the band increases. Usually on the inside of the band is an arrow indicating how it should be mounted. I'm pretty sure you know that so i guess either i'm not seeing very well or you were excited to try that new tool and forgot to put the belt right

[@RussellPlatten]

@@denoro. Your English is very good! I see what you mean about the belt, it is on the wrong way round. I was not paying attention when I put it on. Thank you for pointing that out! :-)

[@denoro.]

@@RussellPlatten thank you for your review of this product. I really need a spindle sander , but can you believe i can't really find one in Romania? And it's not like we don't have every other cool tool on sale here. I'm frustrated. And i never ordered on Amazon before, and the fact that it's a heavy tool doesn't help with my confidence to order one ...

[@PrinceJoker894]

👍😎cool video russell

[@RussellPlatten]

Thank you. :-)

[@kevinb6102]

Good video thx

[@RussellPlatten]

:-)