from Acme Tools has a 19-inch drum but can handle pieces up to 38 inches wide. Closed-end models are more rigid but limited strictly to the drum's width.
The first decision is how much space you have and how wide your workpieces typically are. : Benchtop units like the Grizzly G0459 12" Baby Drum Sander Go to product viewer dialog for this item. buy a drum sander
: Open-end sanders allow you to sand boards twice as wide as the drum by making two passes. For example, the SuperMax 19-38 Drum Sander Go to product viewer dialog for this item. from Acme Tools has a 19-inch drum but
: Single drum machines are standard. Dual drum models, like the Grizzly G1079R 16" 2 HP Drum Sander Go to product viewer dialog for this item. : Benchtop units like the Grizzly G0459 12"
at Grizzly Industrial , let you wrap a coarse grit on the first drum and a fine grit on the second, effectively doubling your efficiency. 2. Key Features to Look For Proper Drum Sander Use - The Wood Whisperer
available at Rockler , offer more stability and power for frequent use. Open-End vs. Closed-End