Delta shaper feeder on other tools in the shop

I used them on spindle moulders all the time. Perfect pressure and adjustable feed rates. Great for long runs of stock but maybe a waste of time for single pieces. Just set up the feed angle so it keeps the stock against the fence and let the machine do the rest. If I was in a production situation again I would have them, I guess the only question you should be asking is can you justify the expense. If the answers is yes then go for it.

-- if the hand is not working it is not a pure hand

Thanks guys for your comments. I hope several others will comment also.

-- Built in a Barn Bob

I had the Grizzly copy of the Delta Versa Feeder, but sold it awhile back as it just didn’t seem to have enough power for me. Currently, I have a 1/4 HP Delta 3 wheel feeder on my shaper and a 1 HP 3 wheel feeder on the shaper on my Felder tablesaw/shaper combo. In both scenarioes I have trouble keeping the stock tight against the fence consistently. Otherwise they work very very well. I can see using it on a router table, bandsaw, etc, etc, etc.

I just happened to get a good deal on a 1 HP 3 wheel feeder and I will be putting it on my shaper and moving the 1/4 HP to my jointer for use when I have a lot of stock to joint. To me, as long as you have a fence that is supported front and back (ie no Biesemeyer’s without clamping the backend) a power feeder is a wonderful thing. I would love to get a 4 wheel 8 speed feeder one day, I just haven’t been able to swallow the price….

I sort of treat power feeders like clamps. You can never have enough.

I have been looking at the Performax 22/44 drum sander now Jet I think. How do you like it? Wish I could find a used one myself. If you hear of one let me know?