Flap sander

[toddmaci]

Considering buying this for sanding contoured hardwood. Any comments or other brands would be appreciated.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000DCZ9W/ref=asc_df_B0000DCZ9W918505?smid=A2LM8ZC59IT9RX&ta g=dealtmp406554-20&linkCode=asn&creative=380341&creativeASIN=B0000 DCZ9W


Thanks

Todd

[cmagro]

I use a WoodTek..a tiny bit more expensive and specs seem to be very close. WoodTek products have impressed me.

http://woodworker.com/fullpres.asp?PARTNUM=120-029&LARGEVIEW=ON

[courtney2018]

Wouldn't be cheaper to buy the sanding flapper wheel and a motor from Harbor Freight?

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=40668

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=42986

http://www.grizzly.com/products/Flap-Sander/G1601


$70 + $30 + $23 = $123 + shipping

When it comes to stuff like a basic motor for sanding, buffing, etc. Harbor Frieght is all you need. They even have a big side walk sale going on this weekend (at least in my area). I can send you my 20% off coupon if you like.

[knight_toolworks]

I did not like the inflatable drums on thew grizzly. they were way too firm. I never used the flapper wheel. I love inflatable drum sanders for curves.

[phd1658]

For that matter, not sure about the shaft dia/length, but if you already have a bench grinder, why not just attach a flapper wheel?

[cabnet636]

the motor is the easy part, a grinder will not give the over hang on wants, i have paid as much as 300 for the "mop setup"

http://klingspor.com/products/klgprmacmop.htm
http://klingspor.com/products/klgprmp.htm

this is the motor and has a stand available, jet only sells the sanding flap and i would not confuse that with the mop as the flap is more for flat metal surfaces

http://www.waltermeier.com/us/manufacturing/en/product_jet.html?node=328&product=1825

jim

[cabnet636]

how does the woodtek mop do on 3d ?? i would love to save some money!!


Mac Mops should be mounted onto stationary machines with motors ranging from 1/2 hp to 3 hp and shafts of at least 1/2" diameter. Ideal speeds for the Mac Mop are between 1,100 and 2,500 rpm's but should never exceed 3,400 rpm's

jim

[knight_toolworks]

if I remember right the shaft on the grizzly is odd I have one but I can't remember. I use a pulley on it to run my drum sanders. I wanted a slower speed.

[bob_s]

Jim;
I have been using a sanding mop from Woodcraft for a couple of weeks with good results. The material is soft maple @ 150 grit - it is similar to hand sanding with 180. It works nicely on most detail, but those deep small areas are still a problem. If you have a heavy hand with it a lot of detail is lost.
I'll toss one in the truck for next week so you can take a look.

7508

http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/2061030/21048/4-Double-Mop-150-Grit.aspx

I believe it is actually made by RJR in new jersey
http://www.rjrstudios.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=RJR&Category_C ode=MP

[cabnet636]

i will look forward to it!!

jim

[angus_hines]

Ive been using these little guys for 3D detail work.....they're great....

http://www.jooltool.com/ninja-brushes.htm

[myxpykalix]

This might be a good place for John Forney to tell us about his ""sanding 3d carvings (great product from a guy in California for non-destructive sanding for intricate carvings)."
-that they were demonstrating at his camp this weekend.
I have been using the "sanding mop" on my drill press with pretty good results so far.

[coolhammerman]

Jack:
I've used the Grizzly for many years now and love it! It is pretty aggressive for detail stuff when you use 80 grit. Move up to 120 grit and woods like oak and hard maple smooth over like butter. I actually use it sometimes for the shaping-softening of the hard edges.

As the abrasive wears, it will become less aggressive and easier to control. I used it once to round over the ends of 1" hickory dowels to form button like ends. Close to 1,000, worked great.

I use it to remove finish from wooden hammer handles before I cut names through the handle on my scroll saw. All of my applications involve gently flowing surfaces with no detail to speak of.

As for the pneumatic drums, I only use them to actually break the edges before I use the flap side. I have recommended this machine to many of my buddies without regret.

Unless you are trying to sand a 3d carving and preserve the detail, I think it would be a good buy.

Good Luck,
Ronco