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    Burnisher

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    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.

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