Arnie,
I don't disagree that ferrules can be turned at high speed or for that
matter even on a 1x30 belt sander. However, for those who are not as
accomplished as you, I know that a slower turning belt is more forgiving.
I mentioned the DuraBrite belts because I have heard nothing but rave
reviews from those who use them. (I don't have personal experience,
with the DuraBrites because I use a high-speed 1x30 with a linen belt to
turn my ferrules :-)
/Ed
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
In answer to all the posts on belt sanders for ferrule turning and the
speed of the belt. It is all BS!!!!
The belt speed has nothing to do with this process.
The important thing is to use a support (ferrule turning arm) for the
shaft and to rotate the ferrule against the belt in the proper
direction. Pressure against the belt and the speed of the ferrule
rotation is the skill to be learned.
The linen belt will last about 5,000 ferrule turnings!
All this discussion should be relegated to a class titled Navel
Contemplation 101 And Other Worthless Endeavors.
A 42 inch belt machine gives you clearance of large driver heads being
rotated. A 42 inch machine will cost $120 - $300 a ferrule turning arm
can be made for nothing if you have good scavenging skills.
Go forth and save your brain power for other projects!
