Hozo NeoSander is a handheld detail sander for modeling

The Hozo Tools NeoSander is a handheld reciprocating detail sander with a huge selection of attachments for modeling, whether you’re working with 3D prints, wood projects, Gunpla or anything else.

If you’ve ever worked with 3D printers in any capacity, you know that even the most detailed and precise prints still come out kind of rough. They often need a little finishing to remove excess supports, nubs, and other little defects. You could remove them by hand using an X-Acto knife or something similar. But that still doesn’t exactly finish the piece nice and smooth. Allow me to introduce you to the Hozo NeoSander. It’s the world’s first palm-sized detail sander for modeling and finishing various projects.

It’s powered by a high-speed reciprocating linear motor, which means it’s tough, ultra-fast, and precise, exactly what you need for this kind of project. The 13,000RPM motor works with dozens of attachments to fine-tune what you’re achieving. If you spring for the premium collection, it comes with 64 pieces, all finishing attachments and all color-coded. There are eight head types with eight pieces each, separated and color-coded by grit level. It also comes with two small saw blades for various cuts. The NeoSander is charged via USB-C, but also comes with a charging dock. It has an 1,100mAh battery that should provide up to 45 minutes of continuous runtime on a single charge.

Why would you need a detail sander for modeling?

For starters, it’s important to make a distinction about how this device moves. Unlike something simpler, like an electric toothbrush, the NeoSander is not spinning, wobbling, or vibrating, instead it employs a truly linear back-and-forth motion offering remarkably precise results when sanding, grinding or finishing. That also makes it much easier to control, especially during fine movements, and less challenging with fewer resistances.

As for when you might use it, there are a ton of examples. For delicate woodcraft and wood finishing, making Gundam models (Gunpla), making other plastic models, leathercraft, making or modifying jewelry, resin crafts and 3D printing, metalwork, electronics work and PCB modding, and much, much more. It’s a lot like a rotary tool which is incredibly versatile, the biggest difference being this has a very specific form of movement and works with specialized finishing attachments.

It’s one of those tools that’s just really great to have on hand if you do virtually any of those hobbies or activities mentioned above. If nothing else, Hozo Design offers a great selection of practical tools.