RITTER | R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander
The RITTER R258 Single Sided Oscillating Edge Belt Sander is unique from the other Ritter 6″ x 132″ machines, in that the entire platen assembly raises and lowers to give the operator use of the entire belt surface. The R258 offers solid reliability with the durability you'd expect from a RITTER machine. Designed for use with edge finishing devices common to the furniture and custom woodworking industry. The ability to use the machine for a variety of edge finishing applications makes this the industry’s most universal edge belt sander.
Standard Features:
- Single Sided Ground Steel Platen
- 6-Way Adjusting Front Table
- Swing Away Safety Dust Hood with 6" End Openings for Dust Collection
- Adjustable Oscillation Stroke Cam
- Dry-Lin Oscillation Ways
- Air-Jet Belt Cleaning Device
- Tiltable End Table
- Magnetic Controls
- Oscillation/Non-Oscillation Selector Switch
Specifications
- Belt Size: 8" x 144"
- Platen Size: 10" x 56"
- Oscillation: 0"- 1" Adjustable
- Drive Wheel: 7.75" x 9"
- Drive Motor: 7.5 HP
- Oscillation Motor: 0.25 HP
- Electrical: 230V, 3Ø, 60Hz or 460V, 3Ø, 60Hz
- Air: 40-60 PSI
- Work height: 36″
- Footprint: 26.5" x 87″
- Table Area: 12″ x 56″
Shipping Weight: 1,315 LBS
Shipping Dimensions: 97″ L x 37" W x 61" H
What is the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander and what primary production role does it serve?
The Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander is an industrial wide belt & profile sander manufactured by Ritter Machinery and supplied by Centex Automation. The RITTER R258 Single Sided Oscillating Edge Belt Sander is unique from the other Ritter 6 in.
What workpiece capacities and working dimensions are published for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
Published capacity specifications for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander include: Belt Size: 8" x 144"; Platen Size: 10" x 56"; Work height: 36 in; Swing Away Safety Dust Hood with 6" End Openings for Dust Collection. Verify that your largest and smallest production parts fall within this envelope before ordering.
What working units, motors, or tooling specifications does the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander feature?
The Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander product documentation lists the following working unit and drive specifications: Drive Motor: 7.5 HP; Oscillation Motor: 0.25 HP.
What operator control or positioning features are included on the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
Published control and setup details for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander include: Magnetic Controls; Oscillation/Non-Oscillation Selector Switch.
What shop utility, pneumatic, hydraulic, or dust extraction details are listed for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
Published utility and actuation specifications for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander state: Electrical: 230V, 3Dia. , 60Hz or 460V, 3Dia. , 60Hz; Air: 40-60 PSI; Air-Jet Belt Cleaning Device. Confirm exact plant voltage, phase, air supply, and dust collection CFM requirements with Centex Automation prior to installation.
What machine construction, table size, footprint, or weight figures are listed for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
Regarding machine frame construction, dimensions, and weight, the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander listing states: Footprint: 26.5" x 87 in; Single Sided Ground Steel Platen; 6-Way Adjusting Front Table; Adjustable Oscillation Stroke Cam.
What is the published belt size specification for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
According to the Ritter Machinery technical specification table for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander, Belt Size is rated at 8" x 144".
What is the published platen size specification for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
According to the Ritter Machinery technical specification table for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander, Platen Size is rated at 10" x 56".
What is the published oscillation specification for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
According to the Ritter Machinery technical specification table for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander, Oscillation is rated at 0"- 1" Adjustable.
What is the published drive wheel specification for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
According to the Ritter Machinery technical specification table for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander, Drive Wheel is rated at 7.75" x 9".
What is the published drive motor specification for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
According to the Ritter Machinery technical specification table for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander, Drive Motor is rated at 7.5 HP.
What is the published oscillation motor specification for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
According to the Ritter Machinery technical specification table for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander, Oscillation Motor is rated at 0.25 HP.
Which woodworking shops and production workflows are best suited for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
The Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander is engineered for industrial woodworking, cabinet manufacturing, millwork, and panel or solid-wood processing shops seeking an industrial wide belt & profile sander from Ritter Machinery (Horizontal Edge Belt Sander, Ritter). Share your part dimensions, material types, and daily throughput targets with Centex Automation to verify model fit.
How is pricing handled for the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander on the Centex Automation storefront?
The Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander is capital woodworking machinery offered on a Request-a-Quote (RFQ) basis rather than instant web checkout. Submit a quote request on the product page so Centex Automation can provide current equipment pricing, factory configuration options, and freight estimates.
What facility utility checks should a shop perform before installing the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander?
Before taking delivery of the Ritter Machinery R258 - 8" Horizontal Edge Belt Sander, verify your shop's electrical voltage, phase, and amperage service, compressed air pressure and dry CFM supply (where pneumatic actuators are used), dust extraction port diameters and required CFM (for chip-producing machines), and floor space clearance for operator loading and maintenance access.