Skil Belt and Disc Combination Sander Review

The Skil Combination Sander Offers Consistent Results On Your Toughest Sanding Jobs

When it comes to getting consistent results on your sanding projects, a benchtop belt sander is a woodworking must-have. However, many of the current options on the market target the Pro-level demographic when it comes to pricing and performance. Skil is revamping its benchtop Combination Sander for the prosumers and serious DIYers out there who demand quality results at a price that won’t break the bank.


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Skil 4.5 Amp Combination Sander Performance

  • No-Load Speed: 3,600 RPM
  • Motor Type: Induction
  • Disc Size: 6 in.
  • Belt Size: 4 x 36 in.
  • Belt Changes: Tool-free

This combination sander features a 2-in-1 design that allows you to do more work with fewer machines. The adjustable belt sander can lay flat or pivot up to 90 degrees upward to accommodate a variety of working angles. The side-mounted sanding disc works in tandem with the 45-degree beveling table and sliding miter fence to make cross-cuts incredibly easy at almost any angle.

Skil 4.5 Amp Combination Sander Design Notes

  • Model: BB9504-00
  • Motor: 4.5 Amp Induction
  • Disc Table Bevel: 0-45°
  • Belt Angle Adjustment: 0-90°
  • Dust Port: 2-1/2 in.
  • Weight: 28 lbs.
  • Base Dimensions (L x W): 15.75 x 5.75 in.
  • Total Dimensions (L x W x H): 18.5 x 14.5 x 11.25 in.

Skil’s benchtop sander features a slightly more compact design than other combination sanders. It utilizes an inline belt-driven system that has a narrower horizontal footprint than horizontal direct drive configurations. There are also three pre-drilled holes in the base for permanently mounting the sander on a workbench or table.

Additional Features

  • Removable power switch lockout tab
  • Adjustable belt tracking knob

Skil 4.5 Amp Combination Sander Price

This sander is available for $179 from your local Skil retailer. It comes standard with an 80-grit belt and sanding disc to get you started. Skil back this sander with a 1-year limited warranty, but if you register your purchase within 30 days Skil will extend that to 3 years of protection.

The Bottom Line

After taking everything into account, this combination sander has quite a bit to offer for serious DIYers and woodworking hobbyists, alike. It has a solid feature set and design that is both approachable and affordable, especially compared to the Pro models.

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