Performax Sanders built a reputation in the woodworking industry for quality sanding solutions. Then, in the late 1990s, JET Tools bought the entire Performax line from Gary and his wife, Donna, and hired Bill Schroeder to be general manager of Performax products.

When did jet buy Performax?

Was originally Performance Products, Inc. but soon became Performax Products Corp. Bought by Jet in 1999, which became part of the WMH Tool Group in 2002.

How do you adjust a Performax drum sander?

Remove the ruler and place it under the drum head on the left side of the drum (furthest away from the motor). If the ruler does not easily slide under the drum head (or if the bulb turns on), turn the cantilever adjustment knob on the sander clockwise until the bulb goes out.

What is a thickness sander?

For those who don’t know, thickness sander is a machine that will sand off a small amount of material from the surface of a large wood panel. There are certainly commercially available thickness sanders but [Pat] thought that they were simple enough machines so he decided to give a go at making one himself.

What grit is extra fine sandpaper?

Extra fine sandpaper is often used between coats of paint or varnish. Grits of 240, 320 and 400 are termed very fine, while extra- or superfine sheets with grits of up to 600 are best-suited for polishing jobs.

What kind of drum sander does supermax use?

SUPERMAX TOOLS Drum Sander with Flatness Guarantee, Intellisand Technology and Patented Abrasive Attachment System. Model 19-38 (SUPMX-71938-D) . . . SUPERMAX TOOLS Drum Sander with Closed Mobile Base Stand. Sands 25″ on Single Pass and up to 50″ with Double – Model 25-50 . .

Why choose jet 16-32 plus drum sander?

The unique design of the JET 16-32 Plus Drum Sander provides ample capacity to handle small and large jobs with ease. Add our exclusive SandSmart™ Technology that virtually eliminates workpiece or abrasive burn and you’ve got a great sander that will last for years to come.

What is the best drum sander for woodworking?

The JET 16-32 Plus Drum Sander. Often imitated, never duplicated – this drum sander elevates the primary woodworking tasks of sanding from long and slow to short and fast, one may even venture to say fun. The unique design of the JET 16-32 Plus Drum Sander provides ample capacity to handle small and large jobs with ease.