Each power tool has specific purposes that the other cannot do. Just in case you cannot decide, we are going to explore both the bench grinder and belt sander competition. You can use the following information to help you decide which tool is best for you.
Belt grinder with fine belt is nice for de- burring. I started with a 4×24 belt grinder and bench grinder many tears ago. The nice thing about belt grinder/sander/whatever is you can swap out platens,or go without(slack belt linishing).
02-12-2012, 01:02 AM #1 Bench grinder vs. Belt/disk sander I’ve found myself needing to grind steel a lot lately, but I can’t keep turning the hand-held belt sander upside down and using it as a flat surface. Save your money and buy good quality grinding wheels for your bench grinder instead of a low speed grinder. Id chose an angle grinder over a pedstal for anything but tools at any time…. 02-12-2012, 01:50 PM #9. there seem to be people grinding their lathe tools on a belt grinder.
You do not have to worry about buying an expensive and large machine if you already own a bench grinder and which is why this article was written: to teach readers that they might use their bench grinder as a belt sander if they need ever arose. It is important for readers to know that it is safe to attach a sanding belt to their bench grinder only after checking that the adapter will fit properly on their specific model of a bench grinder. Overall, the difference between belt sanders and belt grinders is that belt sanders remove material quickly with a small area of contact, while belt grinders shape materials and surfaces making them fit together perfectly.
belt sander or bench grinder Related Question:
Can you use a bench grinder as a sander?
There are a few things to keep in mind when using a bench grinder as a belt sander. First, make sure that the grinder is turned off before changing attachments. Secondly, use caution when sanding near edges or corners as the belt can catch and pull your hand in.
What is the difference between a belt sander and a bench grinder?
The belt grinder belt speed typically runs double from what the belt speed of the belt of a belt sander is running at. Belts grinders you generally have multiple grinding points such as the platen and the second grinding point is the contact wheel.
When would a sander be used instead of a grinder?
Sanders are only used to sand, but grinders can be used for multiple things. They can cut through metal, strip metal, and polish surfaces. Be aware of what your project entails before choosing which of these to rent. Maybe you need both or one.
Can I use a belt sander on metal?
If you use the belt sander to sand metal, you’ll create sparks, which can start a fire if they mix with the sawdust in the machine and the dust bag. Blow or vacuum the dust out of the sander before you use it on metal, and remove the dust bag. Make sure the trigger is off before plugging the sander in.