Thread: Sander vs grinder

A belt sander is usually a portable tool that uses belts like 3 x 24 (this is a guess - I can look in my shop if you want me to). Can also be a table top tool, but again uses short, wide belts. A belt grinder uses 2 x 74, or some use 2 x 42, or if you are Spazola, 1 x 42. They are a stationary tool used to remove metal quickly. The good ones run $1000 plus. If this doesn't answer your questions, get back to me, or someone else may chime in. Edit: Combine this with Mike Blue's response - yes to the wood/metal answer for sure. You can get wood belts for a 2x72, but they don't work on metal.