Sanding veneer with 22-44 performax

[Dave Malen]

Hi,
I've been cutting veneer about 1/16 inch thick on my bandsaw and then sanding it on my performax. Sometimes the drum contacts the belt and rubs the abrasive off. I've leveled the drum. I think maybe the paper might be wound a little loose.. Anyway what process do you use to cut and sand veneer?
Thanks for your help!
Dave

[Ron Brese]

Dave I usually run my veneers thru on top of a piece of mdf. This obviously gives you more clearance.

Ron

[Dave Malen]

Ron,
That's a good idea. Too bad I didn't think of that before I ruined my belt:mad:

Dave

[jerry cousins]

hey dave - i learned the same way - so replaced the belt -
have used mdf but had a piece of fiber sound board - 1/2 - works great and no need for double sided tape.

jerry

[Dave Malen]

Thanks for the idea. Not familiar with fiber sound board. But I'll look for it at Home Depot or Lowes.

Dave

[Jim Becker]

Dave, he may be referring to Homasote. The 'borg carries it, but only in 4'x8' sheets. However...the extra piece makes for a very nice bench cover during finishing work, etc... ;)

[Dave Malen]

Thanks, I knew that:D
Dave