Photo Index - Delta Specialty/Delta Mfg. Co./Delta-Rockwell/Rockwell Intl. - 31-550

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Delta Specialty/Delta Mfg. Co./Delta-Rockwell/Rockwell Intl.
Milwaukee, WI; Jackson, TN; Tupelo, MS

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Sander
Machine Size:	6 X 48
Submitted By:	Ronald Reynolds

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	31-550
Date of Manufacturer:	1942
Serial Number:
Last Updated	8/4/2007 4:51:29 PM

Comments:

I purchased this machine inexpensively in the spring of 2002, following-up on an add in the local paper. I used an old 3450 rpm Craftsman motor with 2 1/2" diameter pulley to drive it: the power and belt speed seem perfect. It sands efficiently without burning and is rock solid: tracking is super. Initially I used an old Sears stand (1st photo) and it worked well. Later I found a Rockwell/Delta stand and base from a more recent model on Ebay. It now sits on an HTC mobile base so I can move it around my shop. I purchased a current model back stop (photo 2), auxiliary fence (photo 1) and side/end guards (photos 2 & 3) and they fit perfectly. The auxiliary fence is really neat because it allows use in a manner similar to a jointer without fear of chipping and tearout in grainy woods such as figured maple. The machine is now fully guarded and a pleasure to use. I found on Ebay, the table for use in the upright position. Delta generously provided me with an owner's manual and parts list. I'm amazed that you can still easily get parts from Delta for a 61 year old machine and they fit perfectly.

Photo 1:

Comments: Auxilary fence in place. Note missing drum covers.
Source: Photo by Ron Reynolds

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Photo 2:

Comments: Horizontal w/back stop on new stand.
Source: Photo by Ron Reynolds

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Photo 3:

Comments: Vertical w/adjustable table in place.
Source: Photo by Ron Reynolds

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