W1740 Shop Fox 12" 1-1/2 HP Benchtop Drum Sander

A shop-sized drum sander that delivers performance.

With 12" width and 3-3/4" thickness capacity, the W1740 12" 1-1/2 HP Benchtop Drum Sander handles most stock sizes produced in a home shop.

This is the ideal machine for removing the telltale surface marks from a planer.

The variable-speed knob allows you to increase the feed rate from 2.47 to 17.3 FPM.

Accepts hook-and-loop sanding rolls for easy installation and grit changes.

The hook-and-loop sandpaper length needed is 3"-wide by 70"-long. A wide selection of replacement sanding rolls, from coarse grits for fast material removal to ultra-fine grits for a flawless, high-grit finish.

The W1740 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

CSA and UL certified

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Sanding motor: 1-1/2 HP, 115V, single-phase, 13A
• Conveyor motor: 1/8 HP, 0.3A
• Maximum sanding width: 12"
• Maximum sanding thickness: 3-1/2"
• Minimum stock length: 8"
• Minimum stock thickness: 1/8"
• Belt size: 3" x 70" hook-and-loop
• Drum speed: 2127 FPM
• Sanding drum size: 4"
• Sanding belt size: 3" x 70" hook & loop
• Feed speed: Variable, 2.47–17.3 FPM
• Dust port: 2-1/2"
• Footprint: 22-1/4"W x 13-1/2"D
• Overall dimensions: 24" W x 27-1/4" D x 25-7/8" H
• Approximate shipping weight: 160 lbs.

FEATURES:

• Two-year warranty!!
• Variable-speed conveyor
• Steel dust scoop maximizes dust collection efficiency
• Two adjustable pressure rollers
• Thickness scale
• Welded steel construction
• Industrial-duty conveyor belt
• Side handles for portability

Need help?

We offer U.S.-based customer service and technical support to get your questions answered and help keep your equipment running in top condition.