Patent ID: 6755727
Filing Date: 2004-06-29
Classification: B24B,B24D

Abstract:
A sanding block, comprising:a base member with a flat working surface for being positioned against a generally flattened sanding belt; a tightening arm with a first end hinged to a first end of said base member, and a second end movable between an open position away from a second end of said base member, and a closed position against said second end of said base member; a first retaining bar secured to said tightening arm for engaging a first end of said sanding belt; and a second retaining bar secured to said base member for engaging a second end of said sanding belt; wherein when said tightening arm is opened, said first retaining bar is moved for slackening said sanding belt, and when said tightening arm is closed, said first retaining bar is moved for tightening said sanding belt against said working surface.