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Author:  dofthesea [ Tue Aug 09, 2022 11:28 am ]
Post subject:  Drum sander sandpaper

What is everyones preferred method for purchasing 16-32 sandpaper? Do you buy the precuts or do you buy the rolls and cut yourself? Whats the best quality? The sandpaper that is Jet branded and precut doesn't seem all that great.

Author:  doncaparker [ Tue Aug 09, 2022 11:40 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I buy the long rolls from Klingspor, with the colored lines on the back to signify where to cut, depending on which sander you have. It is boxed in Jet boxes. I would rather buy it that way than in individual rolls. If there are better brands, I would be interested.

Author:  bobgramann [ Tue Aug 09, 2022 11:46 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I buy the precut rolls for my Delta from Klingspor. I tried buying uncut rolls from elsewhere but quit when I decided the paper just wasn’t up to the quality I wanted—too many tears. I like the convenience of the precut rolls. They always fit and it’s a quick change. The cost is easily absorbed into what I charge for a guitar.

Author:  RogerHaggstrom [ Tue Aug 09, 2022 11:58 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I cut the new sandpaper using the old one as a template. Mirka Abranet is the best sandpaper for my drum sander. The net structure makes it less sensitive to oily woods like rosewood. I need to retention the papers now and then to keep it in place though, but that's not a big deal. https://www.amazon.com/Mirka-9A-570-080-Abranet-10yd-Mesh/dp/B004IQUICC/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=mirka+abranet+roll+80&qid=1660064164&s=industrial&sr=1-1-catcorr

Author:  meddlingfool [ Tue Aug 09, 2022 4:14 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I buy rolls from a https://www.fintechabrasives.com/

The paper quality is good. I did buy a few precut Kingspor rolls once when i lost the thread on cutting my own and wanted a fresh template, and did not notice any demonstrable improvement. The fintech stuff is quite affordable, especially if you buy three packs…

Author:  bftobin [ Tue Aug 09, 2022 5:20 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I bought a roll from Fintech based on Ed's recommendation and was more than satisfied. I cut it myself because there aren't many choices for a 18-38 sander. Before that I used Klingspor precut.

Author:  guitarjtb [ Tue Aug 09, 2022 8:02 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I use the Mirka Gold PSA Autokut Roll, 2-3/4" x 20 yds, 80-grit MRK-23-574-080. The clips on my old Performax don't work so well, so I use the adhesive backed roll and use the one I remove as a pattern.

Author:  James Orr [ Tue Aug 09, 2022 9:52 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I feel basic. I get the pre-cut rolls from Jet.


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Author:  SteveSmith [ Wed Aug 10, 2022 6:15 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

James Orr wrote:
I feel basic. I get the pre-cut rolls from Jet.


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+1


Steve

Author:  guitarjtb [ Wed Aug 10, 2022 8:51 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

James Orr wrote:
I feel basic. I get the pre-cut rolls from Jet.


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Do you have a link for where you purchase yours?

Author:  SteveSmith [ Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:41 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I think the last ones I got came from Amazon. I believe you can also get them from Rockler and others.

Author:  doncaparker [ Wed Aug 10, 2022 11:43 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

I looked at the math of large rolls vs. pre-cut. There is a small savings. For my sander (25"), $8.00 USD per wrap on the large rolls vs. $8.38 per wrap if pre-cut. I don't mind cutting the paper on the colored lines, and I like having lots of replacement paper on hand, so the larger rolls are better for me. Not a huge difference. I may have to look into the better types of paper, but for now, I consider it a consumable and don't worry too much about having to replace it when modest cleaning won't work. My drum is pretty easy to wrap.

Author:  Gary Davis [ Thu Aug 11, 2022 2:23 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Drum sander sandpaper

FYI-I just bought Jet rolls on Amazon. They were half price because the box was damaged. Look under "Used." I saved my old box for the new rolls.

Gary Davis

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