Any input on this

[slickster2]

I have a 6" air sander and just wondering if it could be used as a buffer / polisher the one at canadian tire says polish/sanding they look like a grinder. and with the air sander you could lower the air pressure {compressure}to the sander has anyone done this was thinking of trying it but wanted to get advice from some one before i try this tanks all

 

[ondarvr]

Re: Any input on this

There are air powered buffers and they work well, With no other information on the type of grinder you have its hard to say for sure, but it should work fine.

 

[slickster2]

Re: Any input on this

There are air powered buffers and they work well, With no other information on the type of grinder you have its hard to say for sure, but it should work fine.

hi there ty for your reply the only thing i can tell you about my grinder is it a mastercraft only has one speed an it take 6" cutting wheel with round chuck that holds wheels on thanks ps where can one get an air polisher/buffer

 

[ondarvr]

Re: Any input on this

Most tool outlets can get them.

If the arbor on yours will match up with the backing pad for the buffing pads you should be fine.

The difference between yours and a buffing model may be the gear ratio, the buffer will turn slower, about 2,800 rpms or less. You can turn down the air volume and try to slow yours down if needed, keep the pressure high though, volume will affect the speed, pressure will affect the power.

 

[NelsonQ]

Re: Any input on this

hi there ty for your reply the only thing i can tell you about my grinder is it a mastercraft only has one speed an it take 6" cutting wheel with round chuck that holds wheels on thanks ps where can one get an air polisher/buffer

Check Princess Auto You can order online or head into Ottawa and pick it up in store. Check they have them in stock first but I've seen them there.

http://www.princessauto.com/air/air-tools/8239477-3-mini-polisher-with-bonnets

The problem with the sanders/grinders is the RPMs are quite high on them.