: Single drum machines are standard. Dual drum models, like the Grizzly G1079R 16" 2 HP Drum Sander Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
Buying a drum sander is a significant upgrade for any woodworking shop, moving you from manual surface preparation to efficient, precise thicknessing and finishing. Unlike a planer which uses knives to remove bulk material, a drum sander uses abrasives to level and smooth large, flat surfaces. 1. Choose Your Configuration
at Home Depot are compact and portable, ideal for hobbyists. Floor models or those with integrated stands, such as the JET JWDS-1632 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. buy a drum sander
The first decision is how much space you have and how wide your workpieces typically are. : Benchtop units like the Grizzly G0459 12" Baby Drum Sander Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
at Grizzly Industrial , let you wrap a coarse grit on the first drum and a fine grit on the second, effectively doubling your efficiency. 2. Key Features to Look For Proper Drum Sander Use - The Wood Whisperer : Single drum machines are standard
from Acme Tools has a 19-inch drum but can handle pieces up to 38 inches wide. Closed-end models are more rigid but limited strictly to the drum's width.
available at Rockler , offer more stability and power for frequent use. Open-End vs. Closed-End Unlike a planer which uses knives to remove
: Open-end sanders allow you to sand boards twice as wide as the drum by making two passes. For example, the SuperMax 19-38 Drum Sander Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
