AstroDave Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Do the helical cutters make it less prone to explosive results over the straight knives? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Dave, I believe the shearing cuts are what make some shelix design segmented cutter heads a better option. I could also be wrong and you could bet someone will let us know if I am. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstroDave Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Logically I would agree Brendon...as you say someone will set us straight or confirm our conclusions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Cancelleri Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Theoretically a helical head would handle this better, however it's still likely to end in catastrophe. If I were to do this, I would have to take passes taking of 1/32" at a time. My advice.... Don't do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 I have a Shelix in my planer and I would never do it. It's stupid. Just because people get away with it doesn't make it right. Wrong tool for the job. Get a drum sander. Router sled will work but still leave you with lots of work afterward. ROS is no good to level a blank because it will leave a wavy surface on end grain, especially if you use multiple species. Drum sander. Not a cheap hobby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstroDave Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 I do have a drum sander and bought it earlier than other tools thanks to the advice of many on this forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 3 minutes ago, Eric. said: I have a Shelix in my planer and I would never do it. It's stupid. Just because people get away with it doesn't make it right. Wrong tool for the job. Get a drum sander. Router sled will work but still leave you with lots of work afterward. ROS is no good to level a blank because it will leave a wavy surface on end grain, especially if you use multiple species. Drum sander. Not a cheap hobby. I Completely agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstroDave Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 1 minute ago, Mike. said: Just sand it by hand and be done with it. Don't think too hard about it, in all likelihood you will never make another end grain board. Its a known fact that 99% of woodworkers build one end grain cutting board as a rite of passage and never build another That is until the wife says... "Honey that's beautiful can you make another 7 as gifts?" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Cancelleri Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 3 minutes ago, SplinteredDave said: That is until the wife says... "Honey that's beautiful can you make another 7 as gifts?" OK, but I'm gonna need a drum sander. It's $1500 bucks, I'll get right on it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Biggest issue with a drum sander is after seeing the new PM model its the only one I want. Leading me to believe that my current Drum Sander Fund is going to fall short at it's current $8.50. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 If i may switch gears. I've been doing research on the DW735 (x). It is the planar that i currently own and is treating me well. I'm getting near to needing to buy new blades and the question that the search bar hasn't been able to answer for me is: Infinity HSS vs OEM i can get 2 OEM off amazon for $75 shipped where as the Infinity HSS blades are $79 an didn't check shipping. Then there is the question of the Bryd head ($410 on amazon currently). I could save to afford it but I'm still kind of skeptical about it. I've read some about a wavy finish or the head not working as well and bogging down the planar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstroDave Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 That's OK I bought the Jet and then all you guys start buying the Supermax... and I feel left out. I may just have to sell my Jet after I make a dozen end grain cutting boards and upgrade to the PM... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Cancelleri Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 1 minute ago, Cliff said: Biggest issue with a drum sander is after seeing the new PM model its the only one I want. Leading me to believe that my current Drum Sander Fund is going to fall short at it's current $8.50. Meh, the Supermax 1938 is more than sufficient Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 The nice adjustment mechanism on the PM and the digital readout are honestly the only two differences I can see between the two. If those little differences are worth the difference in cost to you, go ahead. Supermax is better bang for your buck IMO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstroDave Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 OK fine... I'll upgrade to the Supermax...but then again I am easily convinced to spend money on tools for the slightest of reasons. Thank goodness my wife keeps me in check...mostly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 15 minutes ago, Eric. said: The nice adjustment mechanism on the PM and the digital readout are honestly the only two differences I can see between the two. If those little differences are worth the difference in cost to you, go ahead. Supermax is better bang for your buck IMO. 18 minutes ago, Tom Cancelleri said: Meh, the Supermax 1938 is more than sufficient I think it's because the PM is pretty. It's just an attractive looking machine. I mean, I'm so far from a drum sander right now that the price difference between the two is not worth caring about. i can spend twice the amount in my dreams, it's totally allowed. I figure late 2017 or 2018 before I can swing a drum sander. Unless I prioritize it over dust collection and a band saw. It's a shame though cause I would really like to have one. Maybe I'll get lucky at an auction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 I'll give it that the pm is pretty darn sexy but that thing looks huge to me. I haven't directly compared the pm to the performax but visually, it looks about the size of a fiat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Great point. I am unable to determine if I could fit it at all in my shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drzaius Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 2 hours ago, Cliff said: I figure late 2017 or 2018 before I can swing a drum sander. Unless I prioritize it over dust collection and a band saw. Can't see how you'd have the sander without dust collection. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 1 minute ago, drzaius said: Can't see how you'd have the sander without dust collection. Agreed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cochese Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 21 minutes ago, drzaius said: Can't see how you'd have the sander without dust collection. Not unless you were in Richard's truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Yeah that's one thing about drum sanders...DC is not optional. It's not about safety or cleanliness...they won't work without DC. The paper will load and clog within seconds. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 42 minutes ago, drzaius said: Can't see how you'd have the sander without dust collection. Yeah that's an absolute no brainer. Without dust collection, you're going to burn through paper and wood like crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted January 27, 2016 Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 @cheztnut, I still have OEM blades in my 735, but the Infinity blades are highly praised for lasting longer, so I plan to try them when the time comes. As for putting a helical head into it, I'd rather save up for a 20" floor model that already has one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpt life Posted January 27, 2016 Report Share Posted January 27, 2016 Unless you can find used...<with a nod to Janello> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.