G0458ZX 18" 2 HP Open-End Variable-Speed Drum Sander
Sand boards up to 36" wide with a portable 120V machine.
The G0458ZX 18" Open-End Variable-Speed Drum Sander features a powerful 2 HP main motor and a 90-watt conveyor motor. Easily sand large, flat workpieces up to 36" wide and 4-1/2" thick!
Why would anyone want an open-ended sander?
First, it is economical. You get the sanding capacity of a much larger, more expensive machine, in a smaller footprint.
Second, the open-end allows you to sand twice as wide as the drum. Feed your workpiece through on one side, then turn it around and feed it through on the other side.
Unlike other open-ended drum sanders, the table moves up and down instead of the head, meaning the drum support is much more rigid during sanding operations, giving you more consistent results.
The precision control of the electronic variable-speed conveyor allows you to find the perfect feed rate up to 12 feet per minute (FPM).
Changing the sandpaper is easy and straightforward. Simply remove the top cover for unobstructed access to the easy-to-change, hook-and-loop sandpaper. Replacement sanding rolls are available.
Additionally, this machine features a built-in mobile base for easy portability, easier cleaning of the work area, and increased workflow efficiency.
The G0458ZX manual was written by our U.S.-based Technical Documentation Department and is packed with useful information. The complete and easy-to-read manual provides full instructions on how to assemble and maintain your sander.
Made in an ISO 9001 factory
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Motor: 2 HP, 120V, single-phase, 16A
- Maximum stock dimensions: 36" W x 4-1/2" H
- Minimum board thickness: 1/8"
- Minimum board length: 6"
- Sandpaper speed: 2600, 3400 FPM
- Sandpaper dimensions: 3" x 86"
- Sanding drum size: 4"
- Conveyor feed rate: Variable, 0–12 FPM
- Floor to table height: 35–40"
- Dust port: 4"
- Overall size: 35-1/2" W x 22-1/2" D x 50" H
- Approximate shipping weight: 239 lbs.
FEATURES:
- Open-ended design accommodates workpieces up to 36" wide
- Hook-and-loop sanding belt
- Sandpaper conveyor belt
- Electronic variable-speed conveyor motor
- 4" Aluminum sanding drum
- Stationary drum headstock
- Paddle switch with removable key
- Built-in mobile base
- 4" Dust port
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Appears to be what I needed
First, I ended up ordering the Shop Fox Version (W1854) of this sander instead of the G0458Z, which appear to be identical, due to delivery date issues. I just assembled and set the sander upright yesterday but I have not tested it yet. Assembly of the sander consisted of putting the stand together and standing it upright. The instruction manual recommended a two man lift to set it upright. I was able to do it by myself using a chain falls and an automobile towing strap rigged around the conveyor belt mechanism which is what two people would have to lift on to set it upright. The only problem I had in this process was as the sander approached the upright position it landed on its four legs hard due to the weight and high center of gravity of the design and the rigging of the strap. There was no damage to the stand from the hard landing. A second person would have made it possible for a smooth soft landing. The only other comment that I have is about the design of the dust collection port. The port has several plastic bars that span the opening for structural support like similar ports on other sanders. The bars tend to cause sawdust to build up and clog the port preventing proper sawdust elimination. Redesign of the port to improve the sawdust clogging problem would make it better.
