Drum sander build

[marcros]

I am starting to make my drum sander and need a switch.

The motor is 0.5HP 0.37kw 240v.

Would something like this be suitable?

http://ebay.to/1x8G1wg

I am trying to keep the the spend down on this project- it is soon amounting up because I have had to buy everything for it. I don't really want to spend 13 quid plus on an NVR switch unless essential.

I will take some photos when I get a chance. I have amended some dimensions from the plans and so I have a few "challenges" to overcome.

 

[artie]

You might want to push the boat out and get a

http://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-nv ... tAodREQARQ

Pardon me I should have read your entire post before replying. (homer)

 

[marcros]

If the £10 difference is worth it in terms of safety or quality, I will. But I figured that if the power flicked off and on and it restarted with the drum spinning, it would not be dangerous compared to a lathe, planer drill etc.