Black & Decker 1/3 Sheet Orbital Sander, Circa 1990s, Tested for Power.

A vintage Black & Decker BD175 / HIB electric 1/3 sheet orbital finishing sander, manufactured in England. The unit features a durable black plastic housing and is double insulated. Technical specifications include a 135W motor, 240V operation, and a speed range of 10,000 to 20,000 oscillations per minute. It is designed with a 90mm x 187mm base plate and includes a dust extraction port. The tool is fitted with a standard UK 3-pin plug. No specific patent dates are visible, but the CE mark and Made in England label indicate a late 20th-century production era.