Features
- Tool-free installation
- Indented belt channel for sanding and polishing applications
- Replaces 18 in. straight contact arm by removing and re-fastening the belt tracking screw
- Compatible with 18 in. x 1/2 in. abrasive belts
- Includes dust collection adaptor
Specifications
| Compatible With | DCM200 bandfile |
| Size | 18 in. |
| Belt Compatibility | 18 in. x 1/2 in. abrasive belts |
| Includes | (1) Dust collection adaptor |
| Color | Silver |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Packaging | Hang Tab |
| Warranty | Not eligible for warranty |
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Changeable 18 in. offset contact arm designed for use with the DCM200 bandfile. The arm has an indented belt channel intended to improve belt guidance for sanding and polishing tasks. It is a tool-free add-on that replaces the straight contact arm by re-fastening the belt tracking screw.
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Weld and Railing Finish Service
Offer on-site deburring, weld blending, and polish work for stair rails, gates, and stainless kitchen installs. The offset arm reaches tight corner joints and backside seams; pair with the dust adapter for cleaner, client-friendly jobs and bill per foot or per joint.
Motorcycle and Auto Micro-Polishing
Specialize in seam cleanup and finishing on engine fins, frame gussets, exhaust brackets, and trim. The 18 in. offset arm fits between tight components, delivering uniform satin to mirror finishes as a standalone service or restoration add-on.
Cabinetry and Millwork Touch-Up
Provide post-install sanding for face-frame inside corners, filler flush-trimming, and hinge or hardware pocket refinement. The narrow belt accesses tight profiles without marring adjacent surfaces; the dust adapter keeps job sites cleaner and speeds punch-list completion.
Jewelry and Small Goods Finishing Shop
Offer precision sanding and polishing for makers of jewelry, EDC tools, and small metal parts. The indented belt channel ensures consistent tracking for fine finishes on curves and inside radii; package services by finish level and turnaround time.
Prototype and 3D-Print Finishing Services
Finish internal channels, grills, and recesses on printed prototypes for design studios and startups. Provide texture options from matte to polished, capitalize on the offset arm’s reach for complex geometries, and use the dust collection adapter for clean, office-friendly service calls.
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Vintage Bicycle Lug and Weld Revival
Use the 18 in. offset arm on a DCM200 bandfile to clean, blend, and polish brazed lugs, dropouts, and tight frame junctions. The offset reach and indented belt channel keep the 1/2 in. belt steady around curves for a uniform satin or mirror finish, while the dust collection adapter helps keep cleanup minimal.
Knife Handle Sculpting and Choil Refinement
Shape ergonomic contours, finger choils, and bolster transitions on knife handles and tangs. The narrow 1/2 in. belt and offset arm allow precise access around guards and spine features, producing crisp lines and smooth transitions through progressive grits.
Curved Jewelry Boxes with Inlay
Flush-sand wood or metal inlays on curved lids and tight interior corners without gouging. The indented belt channel improves belt tracking for clean, chatter-free passes and the dust adapter keeps fine sanding debris under control.
Metal Art and Sculpture Seam Blending
Blend welds and refine seams on intricate metal sculptures, especially inside angles and behind overlapping elements. The offset arm’s reach makes it easy to access awkward zones and leave a consistent, professional finish.
3D-Printed Prop and Model Finishing
Smooth layer lines in vents, panel gaps, and recessed details on PLA/ABS prints. The 1/2 in. belt navigates narrow features, and the dust collection adapter helps keep plastic fines contained during workshop or studio finishing.