Makita is the leading manufacturer of professional power tools on the market.Using the correct plate ensures good sanding and helps to increase the life of the abrasives. The 193201-8 carbon plate installs as an option to the steel plate for greater sanding efficiency, creates a degree of rigidity to stabilise the platform and helps the belt to run cooler when sanding hard woods and steel by reducing the heat transfer.The 193201-8 is manufactured from high quality carbon for increased durability, longer service life and is suitable for use with Makita 9404 Belt Sander.