A question for innovators?

Question

I have 2 cabinet door panels, that are a hair to big for the door opening. I have already done some hinge adjustments but still to tight. I only need to take off about a 32nd. to a 16th. for a nice fit. I would rather sand that smidge off , but I want it even. Has anyone ever tried to make a backing pad for sanding that will fit on a table saw? If so what kind of material did you use. I was wondering about a 1/4 " x 8" plate made out of that real hard pressboard. Cutting , centering and truing the plate is np problem, but will it take the motor rpm? Need an answer fairly quick, would like to finish this project by next Friday 11-10-06. Thanks.

Answer 1

Interesting question. If I have the image of what you are trying to do correctly...they do make sanding wheels for the table saw. If you were trying to devise your own sanding wheel, I think that would be dangerous at the high speeds of a table saw. The question of whether it would hold at the high rpms of a table saw? I wouldn't try it. Gluing sandpaper to a pressboard material is not recommended because it could fly apart and cause damage to the finish of your panel, not to mention the hazard to you as well. I would just go ahead and purchase the sanding wheel even though you might only use it once. It's safer and sure to get the job done to your satisfaction.

Answer 2

I'd say modifying your saw is probably a bad idea. If the plate is too heavy, you could break your saw, and if you're not careful about the way its attached you could end up with sharp pieces of shrapnel flying around. I know you're trying to save time and money, but the best tool for the job is a sanding block and some sandpaper. Sand carefully with the block on the least conspicuous edge, and you should end up with an even edge and cabinets that fit.