My favorite shop machine is probably my Supermax 25″ drum sander. However, as my shop becomes more and more crowded, and my available floor space continues to dwindle, I may soon have to change to a drum sander that has a significantly smaller (than 3.5″ X 4.0′)footprint. I’ve read up on various other smaller sanders, but I’d now like to hear some recommendations from all of you that are happy with some of the smaller units. Thanks.
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Not sure what your definition of significantly is but I've been very happy with this one.
http://www.woodstockint.com/Products/W1678/
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About a year ago I purchased the Performax 16/32 and I have many hours use on it. Today I sanded 12 pieces 8" wide by 52" long taking 1/64" off per side. Planed wood to .660 and sanded to .625" Works great. This is typical of what I use it for. With 120grit 1/64" per pass is all it will handle with out excess heat etc. For a one man shop it is really sufficient and is cost effective for my use.
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