Powermatic Dual Drum Sander 37 Inch
- 37 inch dual drum sander, corded electric
- 7.5 HP, 230V 1Ph, 7.5 A listed
- 1700 rpm maximum rotational speed
- 80 and 100 grit abrasive strips included
- 962 lb, 60 x 45 x 45 inches
- 5 year warranty
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A very heavy dual drum sander supplied with abrasive strips, dust ports, a handwheel and wrenches. It needs a dedicated high-voltage supply and a permanent spot on the floor.
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ASIN: B0015YJPLUModel: DDS-237Category: Sanders
Overview
Powermatic supplies this dual drum sander with dust ports, a handwheel, wrenches and abrasive strips in two grits. The drums are driven by a corded electric motor and the machine is a stationary unit rather than a hand tool.
Two drums and two included grits of abrasive strip make it ready to sand out of the box. The limitation is bulk and electrical demand: it is extremely heavy and the listing gives no feed rate.
Who it's for
Serious shops that surface boards regularly are the audience for a machine this size. Someone without a heavy-duty circuit, or who moves equipment around, should look at a smaller sander.
Pros and cons
- Dual drum design
- Abrasive strips in two grits included
- Dust ports included
- Handwheel and wrenches supplied
- Extremely heavy, not portable
- Needs a dedicated high-voltage supply
- Feed rate not listed
Performance notes
Results come from the abrasive grit on the drums and the rotational speed, so the coarser and finer strips work as a pair. The handwheel is the adjustment control that comes with the machine, and the dust ports take away chips when connected to collection.
Specifications
| Brand | Powermatic |
|---|---|
| Model | DDS-237 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Sanding width | 37 inches |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 60 x 45 x 45 inches |
| Item weight | 962 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1700 rpmlower than 91% of 111 sanders |
| Amperage Capacity | 7.5 A |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 230 voltshigher than 96% of 113 sanders |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Sander, dust ports, abrasive strips (80 and 100 grit), handwheel, wrenches |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 5 year |
| Other details | |
| Grit Number | 80 |
| Grit Type | Medium |
| Item Type Name | Dual Drum Sander |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Powermatic dual drum sander portable?
No. It weighs 962 pounds and measures 60 x 45 x 45 inches, so it is a stationary machine.
What comes with the Powermatic 37 inch drum sander?
The included components are the sander, dust ports, abrasive strips in 80 and 100 grit, a handwheel and wrenches.
What power does it need?
The title and specs give 230 volts and corded electric power, with the title also marking it as 1Ph.