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Chad

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Orbital Sander Question...
« on: October 28, 2013, 05:44:43 PM »
Hi guys, I'm just wondering if anyone has used this orbital sander?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002X797QQ/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I've purchased it, and I've switched it on. It just seems pretty darn powerful though, (Really was not expecting something so powerful from that size of sander) and I'm not sure whether or not it will be suitable for cleaning up bats. I'm also looking to trim the edge of a bat by 2mm, as the width is around 110mm, and the spine is off centre because of this.

Also, anyone got a vice they can recommend? :)

Thanks in advance!
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #1 on: October 28, 2013, 06:08:20 PM »
Here is a decent vice: http://www.tooled-up.com/product/faithfull-woodwork-vice-7-with-adjustable-front-stop/197389/?Referrer=googleproductlisting&gclid=CIvN-amPuroCFbLHtAod0k4A6A although you can get cheaper ones such as Draper which will be good enough but not built as well.

Also regarding edge reduction, why not use a spokeshave or plane? Cheaper and you have more control, it will also be easier to finish the bat more symmetrically.
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #2 on: October 28, 2013, 07:02:15 PM »
I use a variable speed orbital sander which means I can have it buzzing like mad or barely ticking over. Really useful depending on where you're sanding. It should be pretty easy to sand the edges down to get it to width. Just take ur time and make sure your sanding it flat. Maybe practice on an old bat or scrap wood  first before to get used to the speed etc
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #3 on: October 28, 2013, 07:10:37 PM »
Definitely use a plane on the edge, easy to find a decent one secondhand or a cheapo new one. Either way, test it on something first.
You could do it with a sander but it will take more control and care to get right.
You can easily get a Record woodworkers vice off Ebay or Gumtree from £10.
« Last Edit: October 28, 2013, 07:13:56 PM by Number 11 »
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #4 on: October 28, 2013, 10:28:32 PM »
Thanks for the advice guys, I may try planing or using a spokeshave at a later date, I just don't have either in my possession at the moment! The reason I got a sander was also so I could do refurbs more efficiently, especially for those bats with stickers that leave a nasty residue!

Cheers
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #5 on: October 28, 2013, 10:40:00 PM »
All I would say with any tool is "measure twice, cut once"... In other words, really take your time and don't force it and you will be fine.
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #6 on: October 29, 2013, 09:16:35 PM »
durm sander only way to do a proper job
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #7 on: October 29, 2013, 09:49:20 PM »
Quote from: Vulcan Cricket on October 29, 2013, 09:16:35 PM
durm sander only way to do a proper job

Have to agree with you Dean.
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #8 on: October 29, 2013, 11:16:03 PM »
Quote from: Vulcan Cricket on October 29, 2013, 09:16:35 PM
durm sander only way to do a proper job

That would be the ideal thing, but are there any which aren't too costly (ie. under £80) which do the job well?  ???
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #9 on: October 30, 2013, 01:02:49 AM »
If you've got the space and get lucky
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WILSON-PEARCE-LTD-DOUBLE-ENDED-DRUM-SANDER-/261316895667

Failing that, rubber block, sandpaper and elbow grease.
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #10 on: October 30, 2013, 07:13:23 AM »
That's a big old sander maybe to big
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Re: Orbital Sander Question...
« Reply #11 on: October 30, 2013, 09:20:44 AM »
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