Making the Best of Heavy Construction Equipment in the Area
What Is A Stroke Sander?
Nevaeh Graves
If you make cabinets for a living, then you can benefit from using a stroke sander. This tool uses a hand-operated plate on a standard sanding belt to apply pressure. Stoke sanders are for large scale projects. They are good for sanding items with large surfaces like cabinets, doors and tabletops.
How Does It Function?
The stroke sander is an underappreciated tool because a lot of people are not familiar with using one. It has a long belt that allows for cooler grinding and the motor does not burn. The table is adjustable, and it runs on wheels that ride on two rails. The wheels goes in and out when the machine is working. The machine applies pressure using a traveling platen that moves on ball bearings on a track.
Use with Wood Projects
This type of sander is good for wood projects. It allows you to have more control when sanding solid wood. Some areas of wood require extra sanding. This tool allows you to apply pressure in these areas to get a better finish. You can apply this pressure without putting a hole in your project.
It's All About Technique
A stroke sander tends to scare some people because you can cut your fingers. The belt on this machine moves fast. It is essential that you use a pad with the extension arm to prevent from cutting your fingers.
You may need to adjust to using this sander. The correct method is to move your table from side to side while the pad is moving back and forth. After you have mastered this technique, this sander will become one of your favorite tools.
Large Space
One of the disadvantage of this machine is its impractical size. You need a workshop large enough to house the sander and enough room to work. Space is something to consider when deciding on equipment for your workshop.
Versatility
The stroke stander is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment that you can own. It allows you to sand doors faster and leaves them reasonably flat. This machine can also be used with veneer materials, without sanding a hole into them. If you planning to work on several projects, then you should get a sander that can handle a variety of projects.
It does not matter whether you like to work on projects for work or fun. Regardless, you need equipment that allows you to complete projects within a timely manner.
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