We show you several ways of how to change an angle grinder wheel. Slip your new angle grinder wheel on, and reverse the process. My favorite way to replace an angle grinder wheel involves switching out the stock flange with a Hilti Kwik-Lock flange.
The first sign that your angle grinder blade needs replacement is if it has worn down to the point where it is taking you significantly longer to cut through something than when the blade was new. Let’s go through a simple step by step process on how to change an angle grinder blade right now. If you don’t have the factory spanners to replace the blade, there are ways of replacing the blade on your angle grinder without them.
Remove the Angle Grinder DiscRemoving the Angle Grinder disc with factory keysYour new grinder comes with two separate keys that look like flat wrenches. Removing the Angle Grinder disc without keysUsing the palm of your hand, slide the disc in the direction opposite to the arrow on the disc. The main thing is that when changing a disc on a grinder, do not violate safety precautions and remove the disc with the angle grinder turned off.
The X-LOCK® mount offers a wheel change that’s up to 5X FASTER than conventional interfaces. There’s an audible snap when mounting an X-LOCK® Wheel on an X-LOCK® grinder. The wheel mounts properly without the need for a spanner wrench or flange nuts.
If you’ve misplaced the blade-changing wrench, or if you purchased a used angle grinder without a wrench, refer instead to our article about how to remove an angle grinder blade without tools. The new angle grinder blade should match the size and speed of your angle grinder. Learning how to change the blade on your angle grinder is an important step in mastering this powerful and adaptable tool.
how to change angle grinder wheel Related Question:
How do I get the disc off my angle grinder?
Using the palm of your hand, slide the disc in the direction opposite to the arrow on the disc. This should loosen the nut enough to remove it with your fingers. If that doesn’t work, you can use pliers to break the old disc into pieces, giving you better access to the drive bolt and retaining nut.
Can you change the blade on an angle grinder?
The blade of your angle grinder is held in place by a locking nut. Changing the blade requires this nut to be loosened and removed. This is usually done using a special two-pronged wrench. A wrench that fits the size and shape of your angle grinder’s locking nut should have been in the box when you purchased it.
When should I replace my angle grinder disc?
Always replace a cutting disc if it shows any signs of damage. This includes, but is not limited to visible cracks and chips or any signs of bending or twists to the wheel. Cut off wheels should be replaced when they hit their expiration date. This can be found imprinted on the metal center of the disc.
Which way should an angle grinder spin?
Every right-angle grinder is marked with a directional arrow on the head of the grinder that indicates the direction the wheel is rotating when in use. For optimal performance, it’s important to orient the cutting wheel so it rotates into and pulls itself into the workpiece rather than rotating away from the workpiece.
Which is the first step in replacing a grinding wheel?
To change the grinding wheel, the operator shuts down the surface grinder with the controls on the front of the machine, removes the wheel guard (usually two hand knurled nuts) and proceeds to loosen the wheel retainer nut.
Can you use a cut-off wheel on an angle grinder?
Usages. You can use cut-off discs for cutting metal bars, metal tubes and small pieces of metal sheets and plates. You can also cut out welds with them. For shortening the length of various bolts, it is also a good idea to use an angle grinder and a cut-off wheel.
Do grinder sparks hurt?
Conclusion. In summation, the sparks that result from cutting or grinding metal can be dangerous. Not only can they burn the eyes and skin, but they also can also ignite flammable materials such as wood, paper, or fabric causing a fire.
Can I use angle grinder to cut wood?
There are several reasons why some users attach a circular saw blade to an angle grinder. The blade of an angle grinder is a grindstone that is used to polish or sharpen metal and stone; it cannot be used for cut- ting wood because it may burn and singe the wood by friction.
