help with angle iron's

[EdK]

(01-15-2015, 06:33 PM)stevec Wrote: That's a pretty slow suck-up Dave

What do you mean Steve? Two hours isn't too bad.

Ed

[DaveH]

(01-15-2015, 06:36 PM)EdK Wrote:

(01-15-2015, 06:33 PM)stevec Wrote: That's a pretty slow suck-up Dave

What do you mean Steve? Two hours isn't too bad.  

Ed

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[dbreeze225]

hey guys i didnt do any polishing today i was to busy
i did start sanding a new piece tho
doing this type of sanding i have been doing it by hand
so much effort today i just didnt have the energy can i use a power sander on this type of aluminum
i have a few different types i got the belt sander, and attached to it also has a rotating dis sander.....
also i got a handheld one that doesnt spin you put a square piece on and it vibrates (i dont know the name of this type of sander)
i have been told doing it by hand is alot better i was thinking of maybe doing the lower grits with the power hand held one
then the last 2 (finer grits) by hand ........any suggestions?
i know i am looking for a short cut just wiped out today and it was a thought but i dont know if i should go that route or not i have never sanded this type of metal with power????

[EdK]

Dave,

Try it on a small sample and see how it turns out. I have one of these that might work well.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-Detail-...5yc1vZc29d

Ed

[DaveH]

Hi Dave - nothing wrong with trying to find an easier way, sometimes it can turn out to be a better way.  

Me - I would try anything I had.
First try it out on a bit of scrap and now you are looking at power tools THINK SAFETY you don't want it flying across the room.
You also need to think about SELF SAFETY. - hands and face especially.
Go for it. See which one suits best.
 
DaveH

[dbreeze225]

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-2-Amp-1...5yc1vZc28s

i have something similar to this not exactly but very close.
what i was most worried out is maybe the sander heating up the aluminum to much in the process.
but if i use scap you right cant ruin scap so we will see tomorow to tired tonight

[dbreeze225]

hey if i try the power hand held sander you guys think i should still put a bunch of water down on the piece and some on the paper or not ???

[DaveH]

It will heat up quite quickly - keep a gentle light touch.
Allow it to cool down every now and then.

Unless the sander is completely 100% water proof you cannot use any water - unless you have a death wish 
 
DaveH

 

[EdK]

Water and power tools don't mix at all. Definitely do not use water. A light touch and keep the sander moving and clear the aluminum dust frequently.

Ed

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