Burnisher

That's prettty good. What kind of motor did you use. Do you mind sharing your idea on how to make 1? What kind of cost also to make?

Thanks,

Eddie

I used a Dayton shaded pole motor, single phase 1/8 HP, two speed (1000/850 rpm), 115V, 1/2" shafts. Unfortunately it's no longer made, but a similar motor will work.

A single speed motor will also be perfect. Ideal rpm range is between 1000 rpm to 1500rpm . Higher rpm could burn while burnishing. I get a perfect finish at 1000 rpm. Shaft size at 1/2" is important because if you also want to do sanding, the rubber sanding spindle fits perfectly. I got it on by hand but it doesn't slip during use.

These motors require wiring to get a power cord connected, so a single speed motor is easier wire than a double or triple speed motor.

Burnisher I made myself. It was pressed unto a sleeve of 1/2" inner diameter with set screws at either end to secure the sleeve to the shaft.

Price List

Motor: $40 - $90. I purchased mine on ebay for $40

Delta 2" sanding spindle kit: $9 - ebay

Sleeve shaft 1/2" inner diameter: $2 (to keep the sanding sleeve in place)

Double Pole switch: $4 - hardware store (lowes)

Appliance power cord with wires exposed: $15 (lowes)

Wiring connectors: $3 (gotta be safe)

12" wide board to attach motor: $8 (I didn't have anything lying around and

wanted something nicer than pine)

Bolt, nuts & screws: $3.40

Sheet metal aluminum to mount switch: $5

I already had the wood to make the burnisher, a friend made the sleeve.

My total was about $110 when you factor in shipping, not counting the time I spent figuring it all out. Well worth it to get exactly what I wanted.