Drum sander

[kevinlightfoot]

Does anyone own the Laguna 16 32 drum sander? I am considering buying one but have no experience with drum sanders, I need advice as to whether this small sander would be useful for small projects and which model in the £1500 budget would be the best model to go for.

 

[AJS2018]

I have one and love it, got it just before the prices went sky high. I make boxes mainly and it has proved itself time and time again on both large and small pieces, you can make really fine standings/adjustment. It’s easy to set up, I’ve put mine on top of of a rolling cupboard and can position it around the workshop, I’ve surprised myself how much I use it, would not be without it now.

 

[kevinlightfoot]

Thanks for that info boxes and small doors are what I need it for and I like your idea of a rolling stand,are the belts easy to source and what would be the price?

 

[AJS2018]

Bought mine from Yandles , the guys on the phones are brilliant and will tell you everything you need to know including the different sanding roll options. Can‘t recommend the enough.

 

[Nick Laguna UK]

are the belts easy to source and what would be the price?

Hi Kevin, we carry good stocks of pre-cut belts - approx £25 inc vat for a pack of 4 with different grit options. 36/80/120/150/180 G
Or you can just buy standard 3" wide cloth back longer rolls from elsewhere & cut your own.
Using a cleaner stick massively extends the belt life too as it will unclog it.
Cheers, Nick