[Sandpaper melted in ETC EC 125 interface pad]

I don't think I could get it back.
I used a square awl, but it's really stuck to the pad.
In fact, part of the pad looks like it's starting to come off.
Thanks for the suggestions, but I think unfortunately I'm really going to have to buy a new one.
This is the first time this has happened to me, I didn't even know it was possible to happen.

[Sandpaper melted in ETC EC 125 interface pad]

Hello everyone!
Today I was sanding with the ETS EC 125/3, with the white soft interface pad, and I accidentally wore out the sandpaper too much and used it longer than I should have. Besides the sandpaper starting to tear, it got stuck to the pad, maybe also with the heat of the friction.
Now I can't remove these two pieces from the pad... They're stuck.
Is there any solution to remove them without damaging the velcro of the pad?

Thanks.

 

[BANDSAW BLADE FOR FINE CUT FOR PLYWOOD]

Hi guys,

 

I recently purchased my first bandsaw, and I need to use it to cut solid wood and also plywood, along and across the fibers of the top layer, without tearing them.
So, I need a fine cut.
The bandsaw came with a 1/2″ width x 1/4″ thick with 4 TPI, and it produces a very rough cut, tearing the fibers of the top layer of the plywood, when I cross cut it.
Is it because it has a low TPI?
Has anyone successfully fine cut plywood with the bandsaw, along and across the top layer, without tearing it?
What kind of bandsaw blade do you recommend for this?

 

Thanks

[MFT/3 for cutting accurately small plywood sheets with fine cuts]

Hi,

 

I need to cut quarters of plywood sheets (24"x49") into small pieces at 90 degree angles, accurately.

Ideally, it was not necessary to make any adjustments to the cuts and that the cut pieces came out perfect, with extreme precision, perfect right angles and with fine cuts.

 

I already have the TS 55 FEBQ-Plus-FS.

 

Is the MFT/3 system capable of doing this?

 

Thanks.

[Which sander for plywood]

A question just came up... since the 125/3 is the same price as the 150/3, why not buy the 150? Will there be any specific situation where I will need the 125 over the 150?...

[Which sander for plywood]

Thank you all for the clarifications, I think I'm going to go with the ETS EC 125/3.

One thing I don't quite understand is the sanding accessories, since I'm trying to foresee what I will need.

Regarding the abrasive sheets, is granat net suitable for sanding plywood? In which cases is it necessary?

Should I use granat or rubin, since they have similar grits?

 

From what I understand, the ETS EC 125/3 is shipped with the universal sanding pad.

Is it worth to buy the ST-STF 125/8-M8-J SW (https://www.festool.com/accessory/492288---st-stf-1258-m8-j-sw) for bends and curves, and the ST-STF 125/8-M8-J H (https://www.festool.com/accessory/492284---st-stf-1258-m8-j-h) for flat surfaces?

 

I was curios about the interface pad IP-STF-D120/8-J https://www.festool.com/accessory/492271---ip-stf-d1208-j). Does it replace the ST-STF 125/8-M8-J SW? What is it used for? I'm a little bit confused about this.

[Which sander for plywood]

7 hours ago, Jronman said:

They say a finer stroke will give a better finish. A larger stroke will remove material and finish faster but may not leave as nice of a finish. The ets ec line only goes down 3mm stroke where the etsc has 2mm. That being said I still hear people say the go to sander from Festool is the ets ec. I think the ets ec 125/3 is the right option for your needs. You could also look into the Rotex 125 or Rotex 90 which would give you other features that may be of value. Another option you could try is looking at what MIrka offers. I heard their sanders are of a similar quality as Festool.

Mirka was the other option, but I saw some reviews and comparisons with Festool, and it has some downsides.

 

[Which sander for plywood]

Hi everyone,

I'm in the process of buying sander, but I don't know which one will be more suitable.
I work mainly with baltic birch plywood. So, I need to sand small pieces (6x12 inches, for example), as well as large pieces (12x70 inches, 20x20 inches, for example).
The plywood is bought directly from the supplier, so it's not really rough stock, and it's raw (it isn't painted, varnished or stained).
I need a sander to smooth it, and smooth between coats of filler and varnish.
Maybe one day I need to sand primers and between coats of paint, but not for now.
Occasionally, I might need to sand a solid wood kitchen table top, and between coats.
After reading several opinions and reviews, I can't make my mind if I need a 5 inch or 6 inch, 3mm stroke or 5mm stroke.
I was looking at the ETS EC. Are this a good option, or are there other better options?
Grit range: 120-320
I can afford only one sander.
What do you recommend, according to my needs?

Thanks