Questions and Answers for Makita 11 Amp 4 in. x 24 in. Corded Belt Sander with Abrasive Belt, 80G Belt and Dust Bag

A:  Thank you for your question. To better assist you, please call the Makita Call Center during business hours at (800)4-MAKITA, they’re based in Flowery Branch, GA, and are ready to help.

A:  Thank you for your question on the 9403-belt sander. This tool can remove paint from deck boards.

A:  Yes, it is the standard 110 volt from the wall.

A:  Thank you for your question. No, Makita USA Corded Tools are rated for US standard 120V outlets and are not recommended to be used on any other voltages.

A:  This sander runs off normal household voltage of 110/120 and will draw 11 amps. very good sander, very happy with mine. good luck

A:  Thank you for your question. The 9403 4'x24 belt sander runs on a 120v outlet. Please see the user manual for more information found at https://www.makitatools.com/products/details/9403.

A:  120 VAC, this thing is an animal ! easy adjustments, plenty of power , the down side is that it is on the heavy side for some applications but with that said it does work like a champ

A:  Very easy to change the belt, just pull out the spring loaded lever (see photo) and the belt slides off. To adjust tracking a simple tension knob. Mine came with one 80 grit belt. This is a really good sander, quite the beast! good luck

A:  Yea it’s easy to change. There is a lever on the side that will release the belt . An 80 grit belt came with mine

A:  yes it is, flip the lever the wheel retracts then pull the old belt out when you put the new belt on it will slide in place pretty easy, just don't jam it in there. Yes it comes with a belt on the sander, or at least mine did

A:  Not simple - housing must be removed. Don’t strip the the integrated screw holes! The tool does not come with spare parts. To note: the angle dust port pipe is made of plastic and will easily snap if you accidentally bump into anything when dust bag is rotated forward. This is IMO a significant design flaw that would keep me from buying this again.

A:  Thank you for your question. The 9403 includes (1) 4" x 24" Abrasive Belt, 80 Grit (742322-9-1). Changing the belt is simple. Just pull the lever all the way out to remove the old install the belt over the rollers, then return the lever to the original position. For more detail, please check the owners manual.

A:  Thank you for your question, but we will require more specific information in order to provide an answer. Call the Makita Call Center during business hours at (800)4-MAKITA, they’re based in Buford, GA and are ready to help.

A:  N/A, one speed

A:  On this sander (like most) the speed is controlled via finger position (no setting indicator). On a variable speed belt sander, your question is answered by using a combination of factors including past experience, feel, visual feedback, material composition, the amount of material to be removed, desired level of finish, etc. which determines the specific grit of belt needed and speed used to accomplish the desired result. My advice is: buy a few extra belts, secure some scrap / test material and experiment with the tool. This is a professional grade sander capable of very aggressive removal of material with course belts at fast speeds, as well as high grade finishes at moderate / lower speeds with fine belts. Good luck!

A:  Hi, this is not a variable speed unit. It's all or nothing. This is a beast of a belt sander and will make short work of material removal. The user needs to be aware so as not to remove too much and get into trouble. For very heavy material removal use 36 grit, heavy removal use 50, normal is 80 with 120 being used when material is close to finish sanding. Good luck

A:  It should work fine on the accent wall but you would then need to move to an orbital or finish sander. It would be to aggressive for the plaster on a popcorn ceiling. It is also pretty heavy to work overhead for long periods of time.

A:  Yes, I’ve had mine for sometime now and to be blunt, it has enough power to sand the grey out of a sidewalk. I have no doubt that it could smooth the “popcorn” effect out of a ceiling, but you better start eating your Wheaties because it is a heavy, quite powerful piece of equipment which I can’t imagine holding over my head for the hours that it would take to clean up a ceiling in even a moderately sized room. I’d also suggest that if you decide to use it for such a job, that you hook it up for dust collection since it will make clouds of dust under those conditions. Moreover, given its power and aggressiveness, it would be challenging to provide fine control between closely spaced wooden details.

A:  I would not use my Makita belt sander on a ceiling because of the weight. The best thing for a popcorn ceiling is water (use a Hudson sprayer or equivalent) and a 6" drywall knife. Water is important because it will make the ceiling material very easy to remove and because some older ceilings may contain asbestos fibers. On a wooden accent wall, weight could also be a problem, but it would probably work OK. Personally, I think I would use a small orbital sander because it would be much lighter. You would have difficulty getting into corners with the belt sander.

A:  Do NOT use it on popcorn ceilings. They contain asbestos and are dangerous. They should be professionally removed by guys in white suits and masks. Any dust from them can cause serious lung damage. Secondly .. on trim, if you are trying to remove old paint, your best bet is using a chemical stripper with lots of ventilation. This sander is great for many uses, but it is heavy and unless you are experienced, you can cause damage to the wood. Talk to your local paint dealer about options for removing old paint. If the wood is rough and you are hoping to smooth it, this machine might be what you are looking for. I don't recommend for sanding wood while it is installed. All work should be on a well supported flat surface so that you can control the sander and not cause gouging or stripping. Good Luck.

A:  Thank you for your question. The 9403 4" x 24" Belt Sander is not intended for overhead sanding applications. For additional questions, please call the Makita Call Center during business hours at (800)4-MAKITA, they’re based in Buford, GA and are ready to help.

A:  Yes! I think it could but it can be rather aggressive so I'd be careful.

A:  Yes. Make sure you remove or sink any nails or screws before sanding.

A:  Thank you for your question. Yes, the 9403 4" x 24" Belt Sander should be able to complete this job.

A:  That's a little more dependent upon the grit of the sandpaper but what I can say is this Belt sander is an absolute beast and with an aggressive grit belt can and will remove a lot of material. You actually need to be very careful with an aggressive grit belt as you may remove more than intended. I can not say enough good about this belt sander, very happy with mine. good luck

A:  Your question is vague but I'll give it a go anyway. If you are talking about a few high spots .. say, a square foot of area here and there, then yes, this sander can help relieve 'high ground'. If there are lots of high spots across a large area .. say, two hundred square feet (14'x14' room), or a three to four square foot buldge then you are better off using a walk behind floor orbital sander. You can rent one from any rental company, including your local home depot. The floor sander will give you a more even sand. The belt sander is harder to guage the 'flatness' of your job. You'll need a good long straight edge (6' level) to test with. If you go with the floor sander, discuss what you hope to accomplish with the rental agent and ask for his/her advice on which machine will work best .. there a a couple of options. Good luck.

A:  Yes, it certainly has that capability. But a simple palm sander would be more manageable then this. This belt sander is great for large timber on sawhorses. But it's hard to keep it from leaving lines where the edge of the belt is. Would not recommend for flooring.

A:  My guess is yes. We didn't do that but we did sand down our oak floors and they are finished beautifully. There were high spots and rough patches that we smoothed down.

A:  I think so, but you do need to keep it in motion and flat all the time otherwise it could dig into your surface. So extreme care would be advisable.