Category Archives: Disc Sander

Test run for the first time.

Velcro sander pad has arrived – yay   Drop tray is working well

The plywood strip I was using for the actual shroud broke in half. Not able to take the bend. Having another go using a strip of Colorbond. Using the same base U frame as before and making another shroud support.

Sander shroud up next, thinking and collecting some likely materials. Thinking how to make the shroud.

Fixing the table to the sliding base. Line up everything put on a clamp and move it carefully to the work bench.            

Before mounting the table we need to route a channel for the mitre gauge. I’ve decided to go with the vintage Sher mitre gauge – ALL METAL   On the left is where we downed tools last session. I’m going … Continue reading →

Before continuing with the sliding sled box I noticed that the MDF sanding disc had wheel to much wheel wobble so corrected that while it’s in my mind. One side of the 30cm disc was not completely flush with the … Continue reading →

Making the sled clamp block. The block will mount from underneath and sit inside the lathe frame rails.            

Making the sled box that will support the sanding table.

Kicking off this project with making the 30cm MDF sanding disc. I have ordered a 30cm Velcro pad and already have a pack of 30cm sanding discs. Bought two sheets of MDF this afternoon from Bunnings.         … Continue reading →