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The Eastwood CONTOUR SCT® Patent #D814,261 other Patents Pending is a ruggedly built tool designed for many years of service.
Why Buy An Eastwood Contour SCT?
Heavy-Duty: Industrial construction with a powerful 9 amp motor and hardened spur metal gearbox.
Versatile: Strips paint, body fillers, rust and wood.
Value: Gives old metal surfaces a like-new finish
CONTOUR SCT® Features
Fully adjustable RPM range from 1000-3700
Powerful 9 Amp double insulated motor
6 Speed position rotary knob
Includes one 4 inch wide by 4 inch diameter finishing drum
3 Year Warranty
Ready for any paint or rust stripping project, it features a drum guard enclosure and a rigidly mounted “D” handle for maximum safety. A high-torque, ball bearing supported motor and hardened spur gears provide smooth operation and long life. Speed is easily controlled with a 6 position rotary knob and ON/OFF trigger control.
Always wear all proper personal protecion equipment when using this type of tool. Never attempt to replace a SCT Drum with unit plugged in. Make sure to fully read and understand the instruction manual for this tool before use.
Rated 5 out of
5 by
John Reagan from
SCT CUTS TO THE QUICKPurchased the SCT to remove the paint from my 1968 Camaro. Very thick paint with at least three colors and primer. The SCT cut thru and down to bare metal in seconds! Very impressed with how efficient it removes paint. Score!!
Date published: 2024-01-21
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Russ Ferretto from
Metal conditioner.Work very well. I have several Eastwood products and I'm please with all of there products.
Date published: 2023-11-30
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Stacey from
Great on aluminumNice tool works as intended. We had a lot of aluminum bar stock to sand off the sharp corners
Date published: 2023-11-20
Rated 5 out of
5 by
James from
Must buyLove the tool . The drums wears down fast but the end result is well worth the price and the time it saves.
Date published: 2023-10-27
Rated 5 out of
5 by
JC review guy from
Works wondersGreat product, easy to use.
Date published: 2023-10-22
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Tony Cappelletti from
Paint prepWorks great! A little heavy and the pad seems to be wearing a little fast but does a great job!
Date published: 2023-08-10
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Tony from
Well built, and handy.Like 👍 it very much. Very handy to keep everything where it is easily accessible
Date published: 2023-08-05
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Butch from
PerfectionBetter in real life than on videos! Cuts through everything with no warping. The thing is a beast.
Date published: 2023-08-05
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Dave from
Effective and easy to useGreat addition to my collection. Easy to use but important that it works very well.
Date published: 2023-08-05
Rated 5 out of
5 by
cbear from
like it so well i now have twothis tool has been great to have i have purchased a second one.
Date published: 2023-07-11
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Johnnie from
SurprisedI am totally surprised just how quickly this works. My job is taking less time to complete.
Date published: 2023-06-26
Rated 5 out of
5 by
kato from
Awesome tool to have in the toolboxBad crows feet going through what I had left of my clear coat and basecoat on my car hood(2012 civic for reference). Had to go down to bare metal. Not impressed by the chemical products and process, I decided to go this route instead. This tool with 40 grit black drum(not included), got me to bare metal on my car hood in about 30-40 minutes. Add another 30 minutes to use the drum that comes with the tool to do final prep on the panel for epoxy primer. I had zero issues with the tool. Could I have done it quicker? Most likely. But taking your time when you can is always best. I got to fully experience what the tool could and could not do for me. My car hood doesnt have any sharp hard turns(hood scoops, very defined design lines) in the panel, but I can imagine doing a panel that does would be a challenge. Throughout the grinding, I was checking how hot the section of the car hood I was on was getting. There was no problem with panel warping at all. Obviously don't stay in one spot too long. Wear respirator and safety glasses. I did do this outside, and the tool didn't produce as much dust from grinding as I thought it would. After about 20 minutes I started to notice I had to apply just a tad more pressure with the tool to get the same grinding results as in the beginning. That goes for using both drums with the tool. But also a no brainer as you are using the thing to grind off paint, clear coat, epoxy/urethane primer etc., so its clearly going to wear down. I feel like I could do another car hood panel with both drums but I would be applying significantly more pressure with the tool. I would say maybe 2 car hoods per drum then you need a fresh new one. Food for thought. Hope this helps you in your future car projects like this tool helped me.
Date published: 2023-06-22
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Gary from
GreatI have been wanting one of these, so I got one and it works great. It’s heavy duty and will get the job done.
Date published: 2023-06-11
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sacs250 from
Contour sct and 40 grit abrasive wheelMachine does quick work removing paint with the abrasive wheel no matter what the contour is and easy to handle
Date published: 2023-06-09
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Fred J from
Time saverRestoring a 67 GMC C15. Contour made quick work sanding and painting frams. Was worth the time savings vs cost of contour.
Date published: 2023-05-25
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Dale from
Contour SCT RocksWorks as good as described. Be aware of other look-a-like products at near the same price that have a belt drive instead of a gear drive. This is a good example of how Eastwood products are top quality and does the shopping for you to ensure quality products.
Date published: 2023-05-16
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mfischer6260 from
Its a really good toolI have had mine for over a year and have used it to do a lot of work on aluminum, like removing scratches out of finished product or prepping for other applications. Today as of me writing this review, it suddenly wanted to run for only a few moments and then shut down. I called Eastwood and within a few minutes i had a shipping label to send it back and get a new one. The tool may have let me down today but Eastwood customer service did not, and that is what makes the Eastwood branded tools so get, they stand behind the product they produce and when that unit fails prematurely they will take care of you.
Date published: 2023-05-02
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Fab Shop Manager from
Switch to this for safety and efficiency!Excellent tool to replace flapper wheel grinders for removing paint from steel frames before our welding process. Much safer, with no sparks or need for hot work precautions. Highly recommended.
Date published: 2023-04-29
Rated 5 out of
5 by
JMFF from
CoolI’d recommend it. Keeps it all together up and out of the way
Date published: 2023-04-26
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Rising Hammer Lightworks from
Just buy it already…Should have bought one of these years ago. It’s amazing, just buy one already.
Date published: 2023-04-08
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Oldskool from
Glad i bought it.Great tool. A lot larger than anticipand and works as advertised. I would have to say one of the best things about this is the safety aspect compared to an angle grinder with a wire wheel. Instead of grabbing and getting crazy, this tool just gently pulls forward and away from you.
Date published: 2023-04-05
Rated 5 out of
5 by
A Aron from
Beast Mode!This tool is a beast and saved us loads of time, however we would like to inquire about a possible 20 grit drum option if available given the 40 grit works good, but it was rather cumbersome to remove the heavily aged led based primer, with 2 coats of 2 different shades of green/black paint from the 73' Dodge Charger restoration.
Date published: 2023-03-22
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Kurt from
Contour sander holder n sanding padsNice quality product , very reliable n shipped in good time
Date published: 2023-03-20
Rated 5 out of
5 by
GaryR from
QualityWhat a perfect way to ensure all your sanding drums are in plain sight. Quality item and a must have for your drum sander.
Date published: 2023-03-17
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Anonymous from
A must haveExceptional tool for my restoration on my Charger. Not too heavy, easy to guide, and other drums for finer sanding. It’s a must have for anyone’s shop.
Date published: 2023-03-17
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Paul from
Good so far.I've used it to clean rusty diamond plate on truck beds and the nylon wire type wheel for it works well on the rust. There were some very severe rust areas that I used a grinder and wire cup wheel but this works great overall with the right drum on it.
It seems durable but I've only been using it a few months a few times per week so far.
Date published: 2023-03-02
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Brian from
Excellent ToolAwesome... Stripped rust easily off a round tube chassis. Saved me so much time.
Date published: 2023-02-26
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Josh from
Works like a champThis thing is great! It will blast paint right off with ease, and the conditioning wheel shines the bare metal up very nice. Its easy to use too.
Date published: 2023-02-16
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Glenn from
Great productGreat product cant wait to use it on our project car.
Date published: 2023-01-18
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Cadzilla from
Very handy tool for my restoration.I’ve been using the contour for a couple months now, doing a restoration on a car that had a complete body filler skim coat. Major amounts of body filler on the sides of this car. Also, some of the used replacement body panels have factory 1960s paint on them that was baked in the Arizona sun. Both are very difficult to get off, the contour has been my best tool to get this stuff off quickly and get the job done. Bought the 40 grit wheel, which is indispensable for this kind of stripping. Overall, very happy with this tool, just make sure you move around a lot while stripping so that you don’t overheat a section of the panel. But even just a little movement is enough.
Will it remove rhino/hercu liner on Diamond plate? If so what type of attachments are recommended?
Asked by: Eddie
One of the more aggressive drums would probably work good. The #21970 abrasive drum would be good. The narrow version #32495 with spacer set #32490 might be needed to get the narrow areas of the diamond plate.
Answered by: Nick BC
Date published: 2022-09-12
What's the best CONTOUR SCT drum for removing rust and dirt from 2" steel tubing?
And would the finishing drum be recommending for final prep before painting?
Asked by: Boots
If a decent amount of rust is present then I would go with this Black abrasive drum here: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-contour-sctr-abrasive-drum-4-5-inch-40-grit.html. The finishing drum would be a great option to use after then if proceeding with our Epoxy primer.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2023-05-08
The paper will not stay on the expandable drum
Asked by: Kent
Please make sure you are running at at least a speed of 3/4. Running lower speeds will not cause the expanding drum to expand enough to keep these bands on.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-08-25
Where is the contour sct. made?
Asked by: Mario
The SCT was designed in house here in PA but we do have it manufactured overseas in China to our specs. and standards.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-10-31
What’s the difference between strip drum and finish drum in the same grit?
Asked by: Tom B
The interleaf stripping drum has the equivalent gritted sandpaper interwoven in the drum to give it more of an aggressive stripping quality to them. The finishing drum is just the grit desired woven drum designed more for metal finishing.
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2022-08-09
For artificially "distressed" wood... To open the grain on finished wood, I am currently using a 1" wire wheel... works well, but too narrow and takes forever, Which Eastwood accessory would be best for this purpose?
Asked by: BD99
Hi , our #21974 4" steel wire wheel should speed things up for you. this drum covers a way bigger surface area
Answered by: Jay N
Date published: 2022-07-10
How is the double keyed shaft mounted to the tool? Is it replaceable for any unforeseen circumstance due to damage?
Asked by: Volkswagen62
The keys are replaceable, and we offer the entire front end including shaft as a replacement part.
Replacing the shaft itself, while possible, would require a pressing operation to free it from the bearing.
Answered by: Nick BC
Date published: 2022-06-08
I want to remove the chipping old paint, and in some areas rust, from steel balcony handrails, and prep it for priming. Underneath the paint is a protective galvanized steel coating that i don’t won’t to remove. Which drums would you recommend? Thanks
Asked by: Eli F
We cannot guarantee that any drum used with this tool wouldn't at least damage or remove some of this undercoating in reference.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-06-08
Can I use this to strip off the bottom coat of paint from my fiberglass hull on my sailboat ?
Asked by: Vyperlok
We do not recommend the use of this tool on fiberglass. It would be far too aggressive.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-06-08
Where is the Eastwood Contour SCT made?
Asked by: Happycamper
This was designed in house here in PA but we do have them manufactured overseas in China to our specs. and standards.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-08-18
would this work for buffing race car tires
Asked by: bear
With the buffing drums being all the full 4" it may be hard to get into the contours of race car tires.
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2022-06-08
give me reason why I should buy a Easton surface conditioning tool instead of a harbor freight tool for less money
Asked by: Pete85
The Contour SCT is an original design by us at Eastwood and offers metal-driven gears for superior longevity and durability of the tool. This tool is also backed by a 3-year warranty with the purchase of the tool and even offers an extended 1-2 year warranty to make it a full 4-5 years if desired as well. Plus you get the support of or tech line for any question about use or troubleshooting.
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2024-08-22
I’m trying to get the motor body back into the housing on my contour screen and it won’t seat . What am I dining wrong?
What wheel grit would you recommend for starting. Iv e got a steel panel with paint and bindo.
Asked by: Victor
The Black Abrasive drum would be a great option for this. This can be found here: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-contour-sctr-abrasive-drum-4-5-inch-40-grit.html
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-06-08
How big are the mounting holes?
Asked by: Easy
The mounting holes that come pre drilled are 15-3/4”.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-04-20
do you have a wire brush for this tool
Asked by: Steve 24
Yes, this can be found here: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-contour-sctr-steel-wire-drum.html
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-06-08
HOW MANY PADS WILL HOLD
Asked by: JOE2914
This holds 6 drums.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-04-01
Does it have a variable speed trigger?
Asked by: Jason
This does not have a variable speed trigger. It has a slow start trigger with a variable speed knob to adjust the tool speed.
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2025-07-17
Can this be used for removing bottom paint off a pontoon without scratching the aluminum?
Asked by: JonnyMac
This will scuff the aluminum with whatever finish drum you are using. For something like that we would recommend using a chemical stripper.
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2022-03-30
Will this strip bed liner (Harbor freight bed liner)?
Asked by: Stevens6275
Yes, but certain drums work best for this. I would highly recommend the Steel wire drum found here: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-contour-sctr-steel-wire-drum.html
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-04-18
Hello. Have a 46 Ford Coupe. This would be my first attempt at something with so many curved surfaces. Will sanding down to metal give me flat spots in those curves before I even apply primer or? Sorry to ask something so ignorant but first timer.
Asked by: Tuk27
As long as you keep the tool moving it should not create any flat spots on curved surfaces.
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2022-03-16
Is this safe for removing rust and paint off body panels, won't overheat metal?
Asked by: Mike
Yes, this tool was specifically designed to be the perfect solution for stripping panels, including automotive.
Answered by: Nick BC
Date published: 2022-03-14
Would you recommend this tool for sanding a wooden deck with worn boards?
Asked by: Tim 60
For any wood applications, we recommend using the expander drum and grit bands on it
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2022-03-01
I need to strip the original paint off a 67 chevelle trunk lid. That paint isn't faded by 80 grit sandpaper.
Asked by: IdahoDan
I am currently working on a '94 Blazer. The Hood and one fender was painet before so I am taking primer, paint, clear, paint then clear again off. I am REALLY impressed by the 40 grit. It works well. Then I use the 120 grit for finish before the new layer of primer goes on.
Answered by: Edifer
Date published: 2022-02-01
What is the most aggressive sanding barrel for the contour sander to remove paint
Asked by: Rob56F100
The most aggressive drum we have for this tool in general is the wire drum found here: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-contour-sctr-steel-wire-drum.html
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-01-31
Whats the dimensions of this tool?
Asked by: George
Excluding cord and cord strain relief, the assembled Contour SCT is approximately 20" in overall length, 6.75" in overall width, and 6.50" in overall height.
Answered by: Nick BC
Date published: 2022-01-26
Is it the most efecient way to remove the gel coat from a fiberglass panel?
Asked by: Zeta Sport Steve
We do not recommend this tool for use on fiberglass
Answered by: ZachC
Date published: 2022-04-05
how long does the drums last when sanding off paint and surface rust
Asked by: eward610
There are too many variables involved to determine this unfortunately. The drums last longer than sanding bands or paper though because the material is mostly the entirety of the drum.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2025-07-17
Do you also sell a bench grinder - buffer that your drums would work on, fit on? For cleaning polishing small parts?
Asked by: Papagale
We do not. The SCT tool has different drum options available but these are for use on the SCT tool only.
Answered by: Kelly H
Date published: 2022-01-05
What drum would be good to strip paint from surfaces that have lots of rivets? I am wanting to strip a Peterbilt 379 truck, but want to easily strip the paint off of the rivets also, will this work, or would it gouge the rivets?
Asked by: Brandon
This tool in general could certainly be used but you will have to be cautious as to what drum is used on areas with these rivets. It would probably be best to use a drum like this on these specific locations: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-contour-sctr-scale-and-rust-stripping-drum.html
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