Questions about drum sanders
Hi, I have some really basic questions about drum sanders. I've never used one of these, or even seen one in action, so I just want to get a feel for what they can do.
Here's my questions
1. do you get snipe with drum sanders (like you do with a thicknesser) - or does the sander do a smooth job from end to end.
2. what happens when you put small pieces in the sander - like 200mm x 70mm - can it handle these.
3. do they make much noise, say compared to a thicknesser
4. what is the dust collection like (ie like my thicknesser which is at least 99%of dust produced or like my tablesaw which is about 75% at best.
I am thinking about this sort of thing, mainly https://www.machineryhouse.com.au/L1105
cheers
Arron
thanks - and another question
Thanks for the replies, guys - and especially the safety warning (hadnt really considered how dangerous they could be).
Ian, I think the idea of a carrier board - sanded down by the drum sander itself - will overcome most of my issues.
there was a question I forgot, however: can you 'sand down through the grits' using a drum sander. I'd like to at least be able to do a medium sand followed by a fine sand. I guess this depends on low long it takes to replace the paper. If it takes too long to setup, then I guess its impractical. Any clues?
Fyi: hand injuries limit me hand sanding, hence the interest in mechanising this job, perhaps more then most people would consider practical.
cheers
Arron