PDS Precision Drum Sander System
Transform your drill press into a precision sanding & copy-profiling system
| Ships From: |  MPOWER USA – Michigan |
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| Currency: | Prices shown in $ USD |
| Returns: | Returnable within 30 days of receipt |
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The MPOWER PDS™ transforms the drill press you already own into a precision drum sanding, template-profiling and small-component dimensioning system.
Follow an existing template while sanding the workpiece to its finished profile, produce matching components with repeatable accuracy, or precisely dimension small workpieces that are unsuitable for a conventional thickness planer.
For small, highly figured or valuable pieces, the PDS sands rather than cuts, greatly reducing the risk of tear-out caused by cutter chatter or changing grain direction.
✓ No CNC. ✓ No copy machine. ✓ No pin router.
Just you and your drill press.
- Copy and sand in one operation using the removable Tracer Wheel.
- Produce accurate, repeatable profiles from an existing template.
- Dimension small components that fall below the minimum workpiece requirements of a conventional thickness planer.
- Ideal for highly figured and valuable timbers where changing or unpredictable grain direction makes tear-out a concern.
- Greater control than aggressive flush routing, sanding progressively to the finished profile.
- Precision-machined aluminum construction for rigidity and smooth operation.
- P-Lock™ accepts standard abrasive sheet or roll no dedicated sanding sleeves required.
- Fits standard 1/2″ drill chucks, with direct JT33 taper mounting also possible.
Why You'll Love the PDS
Turn Your Drill Press Into a Precision Drum Sander
Turn the drill press you already own into a precision drum sander with the MPOWER PDS™, adding template sanding and copy-profiling capability to your workshop.
Designed for precision copy profiling and small-component dimensioning, the PDS adds capabilities normally requiring additional workshop machinery.
Copy and Sand Together
The removable tracer wheel follows your template while the sanding drum reproduces the finished profile.
Create matching components quickly and consistently with minimal hand finishing.
More Controlled Than Flush Routing
The abrasive removes material progressively rather than aggressively cutting timber.
- Greater control
- Reduced risk of tear-out
- No router kickback
- Excellent results on delicate timber
How It Works
Simple Three-Step Operation
- Create or select a template.
- Guide the tracer wheel along the template edge.
- The sanding drum accurately reproduces the profile.
Instead of manually shaping every component, the PDS allows you to create accurate copies while simultaneously sanding the finished surface.
Perfect for one-off replacements or repeat production.
Why It's Better
Precision Aluminum Construction
Unlike expanding rubber drums, the PDS uses a precision-machined aluminum body that maintains its shape under pressure.
- True running
- Reduced vibration
- Consistent sanding pressure
- Improved finish quality
- Excellent heat dissipation
P-Lock™ Abrasive System
Cut abrasive from standard sheet or roll stock instead of purchasing expensive proprietary sleeves.</p>
- Choose your favourite abrasive brand
- Virtually unlimited grit selection
- Quick abrasive replacement
- Lower running costs
Dimensioning Small Components
Many small components fall below the minimum workpiece dimensions required by a conventional thickness planer.
Used with a suitable fence, the PDS provides a controlled sanding solution for accurately dimensioning small components.
- Dimension small workpieces unsuitable for a conventional thickness planer.
- Remove material progressively rather than cutting with knives.
- Achieve consistent dimensions across matching components.
- Ideal for highly figured timber where changing grain direction increases the risk of tear-out.
Ideal for Valuable & Highly Figured Timber
Small components made from expensive or highly figured timber can be particularly challenging to dimension. Random and changing grain direction can make conventional cutter-based methods vulnerable to tear-out.
The PDS removes material by abrasion rather than cutting, allowing you to progressively bring valuable components to their finished dimension with greater control.
Compare Your Options
More Than A Conventional Sanding Drum
The MPOWER PDS is not designed to compete with a basic rubber sanding drum.
It combines precision drum sanding with template-guided copy profiling, allowing you to produce repeatable curved components using the drill press already in your workshop.
Use The Machine You Already Own
Dedicated copy-routing, pin-routing and CNC systems can require a substantial investment, additional workshop space and specialist setup.
The PDS adds controlled copy-profiling capability to an existing drill press without requiring another permanent machine.
Compare The Alternatives
Hand shaping and sanding
Low equipment cost, but slow and difficult to repeat accurately across several parts.
Router template trimming
Fast material removal, but more aggressive and vulnerable to tear-out, grain direction and cutter kickback.
Dedicated copy or pin-routing machinery
Highly capable, but normally requires considerably more investment and permanent workshop space.
CNC machinery
Excellent repeatability, but involves expensive equipment, digital design work, tooling and setup.
MPOWER PDS
Uses your existing drill press to copy a template while progressively sanding the workpiece to its finished profile.
The Practical Workshop Alternative
- Uses equipment you may already own
- Requires minimal storage space
- No digital programming required
- Lower entry cost than dedicated machinery
- More controlled material removal than routing
- Suitable for one-off parts and repeat batches
Projects You Can Make
The PDS is ideal for producing accurate copies of:
- Chair legs
- Table legs
- Furniture rails
- Curved cabinet components
- Replacement mouldings
- Musical instrument parts
- Wooden toys
- Craft projects
- Pattern work
- Short production runs
Will It Fit My Drill Press?
The PDS is designed for most overhead drill presses fitted with a 1/2-inch chuck.
Compatible JT33 machines can also mount the system directly to the spindle for improved rigidity and increased working height.
Please check your drill press specifications before ordering.
Getting the Best Results
Choose The Right Abrasive
Coarse grits remove material quickly while finer grits leave a smoother finished surface.
Use A Good Template
The quality of your finished component depends upon the accuracy of your template.
Take Light Passes
Allow the abrasive to do the work for maximum accuracy and improved surface finish.
What's Included?
- 3″ Precision Aluminum Sanding Drum
- 80 Grit Abrasive Paper (fitted to Drum)
- 150 Grit Abrasive Paper
- 240 Grit Abrasive Paper
- Removable Template Tracer Wheel
- 1/2″ Parallel Shank
- Direct JT33 Mounting System
- 2x Hex Keys
- Instruction Manual
Replacement parts and accessories are available from MPOWER.
