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Can you use a grinding wheel on a circular saw?
You need to cut metal, but your only tool is a circular saw. It seems logical to just find a metal-cutting wheel that fits. But...
Can you use an abrasive stone to grind glass?
You have a piece of glass with a chipped or rough edge that’s both unsightly and dangerous. You know an abrasive stone can smooth things,...
What is a grinding machine?
You need to shape a metal part to an exact size and smoothness. Traditional cutting tools leave a rough finish. So, how can you achieve...
Can you use a cutoff grinder wheel to cut wood?
You need to make a quick cut in a piece of wood, and the only tool handy is your angle grinder with a cutoff wheel....
What is a buffing wheel and how is it made?
You’ve polished a metal part, but it still looks dull and hazy. That brilliant, mirror-like shine you see on professional products seems impossible to achieve...
What will an angle grinder do to concrete?
You have an uneven concrete slab that’s a tripping hazard, or a rough surface that needs to be prepped for flooring. Using a heavy, expensive...
How to change a grinding wheel on a bench grinder?
Your bench grinder wheel is worn, glazed, or chipped. Trying to use it is slow, ineffective, and creates more heat than sparks. This is not...
Which cut off wheel is used for stainless steel?
You need to cut stainless steel, but it’s much tougher than regular mild steel. Your standard disc overheats the metal, wears out incredibly fast, and...
What is the difference between linishing and grinding?
You hear machinists talk about linishing, grinding, and polishing. To you, they all sound like ways to smooth out metal, but using the wrong process...
What kind of abrasive can be used in sandblasting process?
Trying to clean or prep a surface with the wrong media? This common mistake can ruin your part, create health hazards, and completely waste your...
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