"Porter-Cable 352vs 3x21 Belt Sander"
The Porter-Cable belt sanders have been at the fore front of their competition since their inception and in many ways haven't changed much over the years. To get the basic specifications out of the way, the #352vs has 8 amps of power, is variable speed dial controlled, weighs about 10.5 pounds and comes with a dust collection bag.
The Porter-Cable 352vs sander is one of the lighter models in the group of comparable belt sanders from other manufacturers and ergonomically very pleasing. The motor is located directly above the platen, which gives a balanced feel while providing good weight over the sanding area helping the tool to do most of the work. The sanders motor housing is flush to the edge of the belt so you can sand right up to a vertical surface. The dust collection bag can be removed allowing you to connect a dust extraction system hose to connect for even better dust control.
I have used several variations of this sander over the years and have discovered they all perform rather flawlessly, during hours and hours of continuous work. Heat build up is an inherent problem for the belt sander, and this machine combats that issue rather well using it's mostly cast magnesium body as a giant heat sink. I like this sander. Years of solid performance backed up with a proven design has kept the Porter-Cable sander #1 on most peoples' list, and it should be so on your list when in the market for a quality 3x21 Belt sander.
Chris Ludjin, Hardware Sales Inc.








