Como reparar una lijadora Orbital DeWalt que el disco tiene mucho juego y lija disparejo

In this video, I'll show you how to repair a DeWalt orbital sander that was exhibiting uneven movement and excessive play while sanding. The owner mentioned that the tool wasn't working evenly and would occasionally jam. Upon inspection, the problem was found to be a worn bearing and a damaged cam housing. Here, you'll learn step-by-step how to identify the fault, replace the bearing, and apply an aluminum bushing to restore stability. 🔧 *Initial Problem* The orbital sander was moving unevenly and had excessive lateral play. This resulted in uneven sanding and made the tool feel unsafe to use. The noise and abnormal movement indicated that the bearing was damaged. 🔧 *Disassembly of the Tool* 1️⃣ The cover was removed, and the defective bearing was taken out. 2️⃣ It was verified that the bearing had been previously handled and was sunken in, causing the irregular movement. 3️⃣ The housing was cleaned to remove dust and debris that could affect the fit. 🔧 *Installation of the new bearing* A new bearing was obtained to replace the damaged one. It was placed on the cam, ensuring it was properly centered. The ends of the cover were aligned and the screws were tightened to ensure a proper seal. 🔧 *Application of the aluminum bushing* To reinforce the fit and prevent the bearing from moving again, an aluminum bushing was placed on top. Adhesive was applied to the bushing to secure it firmly. The washer and screw were installed to secure the base. Finally, the disc plate was installed. 🔧 *Final Test* Upon testing the sander, the irregular lateral movement was gone. The disc rotated smoothly, and sanding was performed correctly on a piece of plywood. The problem was solved by replacing the bearing and reinforcing it with an aluminum bushing. ⚡ *Procedure Conclusion* The main failure was due to a worn and improperly adjusted bearing. With the replacement and the application of an aluminum bushing, the DeWalt orbital sander regained its normal operation. This type of repair demonstrates that, with simple techniques and reinforcing parts, the lifespan of power tools can be extended. 💡 *Importance of this Tutorial* You will learn to identify damaged bearings in orbital sanders. You will learn how to disassemble and reassemble a DeWalt sander. You will discover how to apply aluminum bushings to reinforce adjustments. You will see how to perform safe tests before using the tool. - You can apply this knowledge to other similar power tools. 📈 *Benefits of this tutorial* Save money by repairing instead of replacing the tool. Increased safety by eliminating uneven movements. Practical knowledge for those who want to open their own workshop. Extended lifespan of the sander. 👉 *Call to action* If you found this video helpful, please give us a like 👍, share it on your social media so more people can learn these repair techniques, and subscribe to the channel 🔔 to receive more practical tutorials on power tool maintenance and repair. Your support motivates us to continue creating educational and accessible content for everyone. #OrbitalSander #DeWalt #Repair #DIY #PowerTools #Maintenance