Buffing speed

buster · Post by **buster** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 1:54 pm

I was wondering what the desired buffing speed is. I am looking at buying a buffer but they come in two speeds.
Thanks

Post by **KurtHuhn** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 2:35 pm

I suggest a buffer that runs at 1725 RPM or slower. Faster than that and it's easy to burn your finish - and even easier to fling the workpiece around the shop.

Frank · Post by **Frank** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 3:17 pm

Exactly what Kurt said, but if you can afford a variable speed, go for it.

buster · Post by **buster** » Thu Dec 20, 2007 8:27 am

where can I find a variable speed buffer ?

Frank · Post by **Frank** » Thu Dec 20, 2007 12:53 pm

buster wrote:where can I find a variable speed buffer ?

Search the web. I found this: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEIKO-PRO-10-Bench- ... dZViewItem
Not bad for 1 hp & free shipping, but it might be just a 2 speed 1720 & 3450.