Planer or sander
On Sat, 24 Mar 2018 15:19:09 -0500, Leon lcb11211@swbelldotnet
wrote:
On 3/24/2018 6:50 AM, Meanie wrote:
On 3/24/2018 12:09 AM, Leon wrote:
Meanie wrote:
I'm contemplating the purchase of a bench top planer. After looking
around for a used machine, I often thought about a vertical drum sander
instead. Obviously, I know the difference between the two but they
basically do the same thing. Therefore, seeking the sage advice, could I
get by with a sander instead of a planer?
A vertical sander?
A horizontal drum sander performs a similar function as a planer.
Before any one can advise you on which to get you must first tell us why
you want either one.
I meant horizontal.
Main reason is to even out the "plane" after gluing boards together for
a larger piece.
Most bench top planers are 13" or less so they will not get you there.
BUT a bench top planer will work much more quickly than a drum sander,
and will be much less expensive comparing like brand/quality.
A drum sander will pretty much do what a planer will do with more
capacity but will do so MUCH MUCH SLOWER.
If it were me I would go for the planer and add the sander later if you
want to get the most bang for your buck.
With a bench top planer make your rough cut length about 6" more.
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