12-26-2015, 11:42 AM
i get that a sander isn't sexy like an inserted cutter designed to spin 20k RPM.
But if it's part of your process, it needs investment in good tooling that doesn't nibble away at your bottom line, IMHO.
I'd suggest having a look at the Grizzly line, particularly the 6x48" products because the one I have is designed for both vertical and horizontal operation.
The bearings that came with it were crap, I replaced them with sealed Timkens when they got noisy. It's not the most powerful thing, it's possible to stall it with large work. If it became a problem, I could upgrade the motor, it's a NEMA frame.
I've had it for probably 15 years and have been very satisfied with its performance. At the time I bought it, it was $275.
But if it's part of your process, it needs investment in good tooling that doesn't nibble away at your bottom line, IMHO.
I'd suggest having a look at the Grizzly line, particularly the 6x48" products because the one I have is designed for both vertical and horizontal operation.
The bearings that came with it were crap, I replaced them with sealed Timkens when they got noisy. It's not the most powerful thing, it's possible to stall it with large work. If it became a problem, I could upgrade the motor, it's a NEMA frame.
I've had it for probably 15 years and have been very satisfied with its performance. At the time I bought it, it was $275.