Fossa evo mesh sanding discs are similar to abranet, which is an abrasive material and allows the passage of dust when used with a suitable sander / extractor setup. They stick to the sander with a Velcro like material on the back of the pad.
I use a Mirka Deros and a Festool RTS 400, but these pads would fit just about any dustless set up as far as I know. You can buy round Fossa evo mesh sanding discs or rectangle pads, but you can cut them down into any shape you like. They also come in different grades which is handy.
Fossa Evo Mesh Sanding Discs Review
I ordered several boxes of different grade discs from decorating direct to see how they compare to the Mirka and Festool discs. I hoped these would do the same job as the branded discs. I was unsure at first as they are considerably cheaper than the other brands, but I kept an open mind.
They stick to both backing pads just fine, and they do the job well, the only downside to them is they don’t last as long as the other brands, but at a third of the price I’m willing to make some sacrifices. Other than that they are absoluetely fine.
Fossa evo mesh sanding discs are much cheaper than the Festool and Mirka equivalents. It’s like buying French Connection over Versace. The quality is fine, and it still works well, but it’s a third of the price. Plus, these pads fit just about every sander!! No faffing about with three or four different types of pad.
I would definitely recommend that you grab a box 👍
Summary
Fossa Evo Mesh Sanding Discs Review - Decorator's forum UK
Sanding discs suitable for use on Festool and Mirka Sanders.
Product Brand: Fossa
3.9
Pros
- Cheaper to the alternative.
- They work well.
- Don’t seem to clog easily.
Cons
- The come “unstuck”, so they don’t last very long.
FAQs
Are sanding discs universal?
No, not all sanding discs are universal. A lot of sanders are dust-free, and the holes on one sanding disc might not align with the holes on a different sander. Sometimes the Velcro is slightly different too. The only truly universal pads I have found are the Fossa evo mesh sanding discs. Just cut them to size and they should attach to your sander.
What sanding pads do I need?
The lower the grade, the more course the sanding pad. So, a 40 or 60 grade might be used to strip paint. A 120-grade sanding pad might be used to achieve a smooth finish before painting. A 240 or 360 grade might be used to de-nib in between coats of paint.
Why won’t my sanding pads stick to my sander?
It might be that you’re using the wrong pads. However, the most common cause of this is that the backing pad on the sander has worn out. Just do a Google search and find the specific backing pad you need for your sander. It should be easy enough to change.
How do I make sanding pads last longer
If your sander has a variable speed, you can turn it right down. This will prevent the sanding pads from clogging and the pads will last longer.
Sianet are the nearest to abranet and half the price, didn’t rate the fossa even though they were cheap