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{{ToolInfoBox | {{ToolInfoBox | ||
|tool name=Disc | |tool name=Disc Grinders | ||
|image=disc grinder.JPG | |image=disc grinder vs steel.JPG | ||
|synonyms=angle | |synonyms=angle grinders, right-angle grinders;<br>DE: "Flex", Winkelschleifer,<br>Trennschleifer | ||
|type=power tool | |type=power tool | ||
|access=upon introduction | |access=upon [[Disc Grinder Introduction|personal introduction]] | ||
|location=[[Metal Workshop|metal workshop]] | |location=[[Metal Workshop|metal workshop]] | ||
|material=depending on disc:<br>[[metal]] ''(except aluminum)'', [[stone]] | |material=depending on disc:<br>[[metal]] ''(except aluminum)'', [[stone]] | ||
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We have a couple of disc grinders in the [[Metal Workshop|metal workshop]]. For small-scale applications, try using a [[Rotary Tool|rotary tool]] before you whip out this beast. | We have a couple of disc grinders in the [[Metal Workshop|metal workshop]]. For small-scale applications, try using a [[Rotary Tool|rotary tool]] before you whip out this beast. | ||
They can be used to cut or grind [[metal]] or [[stone]], depending on the disc used. Cutting discs ''(Trennscheiben)'' should not be used for grinding and grinding discs ''(Schruppscheiben)'' should not be used for cutting as they are primarily reinforced for one of the purposes. | |||
== Safety == | == Safety == | ||
Due to the high amount of sparks generated, it is a good idea to wear a [[Face Shield|face shield]] as a second layer over your [[goggles]]! In addition, you should put on some [[gloves]] and [[Hearing Protection|hearing protection]] before using a disc grinder. | Due to the high amount of sparks generated, it is a good idea to wear a [[Face Shield|face shield]] as a second layer over your [[goggles]]! In addition, you should put on some [[gloves]] and [[Hearing Protection|hearing protection]] before using a disc grinder. | ||
'''Make sure the disc is securely fastened and spins without an offset before cutting anything!''' | '''Make sure the disc is securely fastened and spins without an offset before cutting anything! The manual suggests letting it run for a minute without load, only if there is still no increased vibration after that it is safe to use.''' | ||
Do NOT operate a grinder without its semi-circular collar - it will protect you from a lot of the sparks and shrapnel of the disc (if one breaks on you). Stay away from [[aluminum]], it can reportedly clog and overheat the disc up to the point of explosion! | Do NOT operate a grinder without its semi-circular collar - it will protect you from a lot of the sparks and shrapnel of the disc (if one breaks on you). Stay away from [[aluminum]], it can reportedly clog and overheat the disc up to the point of explosion! | ||
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== Alpha Tools WS 960/125 == | |||
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|tool name=Alpha Tools WS 960/125 | |||
|image=Alpha Tools WS 960-125.jpg | |||
|location=[[Metal Workshop|metal workshop]] | |||
|tutors={{£}} | |||
|manual=[https://assets.einhell.com/manuals-pdf/900_368015/ws-960-125%3B-alpha-tools.pdf einhell.com] | |||
}} | |||
We are usually using this grinder for '''cutting''' so there should be a cutting disc installed. | |||
This grinder works with '''125 mm discs'''. | |||
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== King Craft WS 125 == | |||
{{ToolInfoBox | |||
|tool name=King Craft WS 125 | |||
|image=King Craft WS-125.jpg | |||
|location=[[Metal Workshop|metal workshop]] | |||
|tutors={{£}} | |||
|manual= | |||
}} | |||
'''CAUTION - the "King Craft" grinder has a switch that will stay on until you push it back to the "off" position, so it could surprisingly start when plugged in!''' | |||
We are usually using this grinder for '''grinding''' so there should be a grinding disc installed. | |||
This grinder works with '''125 mm discs'''. | |||
[[Category:Metalworking]] | [[Category:Metalworking]] | ||
[[Category:Power Tools]] | [[Category:Power Tools]] | ||
Revision as of 01:40, 5 August 2018
| ToolInfoBox Disc Grinders | |
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| Synonyms: | angle grinders, right-angle grinders; DE: "Flex", Winkelschleifer, Trennschleifer |
| Type: | power tool |
| Material: | depending on disc: metal (except aluminum), stone |
| Used with: | face shield, goggles, hearing protection, gloves |
| Location: | metal workshop |
| Access Requirements: | upon personal introduction |
| Tutors: | Lukas |
| Similar (More or Less): | rotary tool |
We have a couple of disc grinders in the metal workshop. For small-scale applications, try using a rotary tool before you whip out this beast.
They can be used to cut or grind metal or stone, depending on the disc used. Cutting discs (Trennscheiben) should not be used for grinding and grinding discs (Schruppscheiben) should not be used for cutting as they are primarily reinforced for one of the purposes.
Safety
Due to the high amount of sparks generated, it is a good idea to wear a face shield as a second layer over your goggles! In addition, you should put on some gloves and hearing protection before using a disc grinder.
Make sure the disc is securely fastened and spins without an offset before cutting anything! The manual suggests letting it run for a minute without load, only if there is still no increased vibration after that it is safe to use.
Do NOT operate a grinder without its semi-circular collar - it will protect you from a lot of the sparks and shrapnel of the disc (if one breaks on you). Stay away from aluminum, it can reportedly clog and overheat the disc up to the point of explosion!
Discs
| tool type | use | properties | suggested donation |
| Trennscheiben | cutting | 125 × 1.2 mm | 1€/disc |
| sanding disc holder | sanding | <?> | depends on the sanding disc |
| more | will | come |
Alpha Tools WS 960/125
| ToolInfoBox Alpha Tools WS 960/125 | |
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| Location: | metal workshop |
| Tutors: | Lukas |
| Manual: | einhell.com |
We are usually using this grinder for cutting so there should be a cutting disc installed.
This grinder works with 125 mm discs.
King Craft WS 125
| ToolInfoBox King Craft WS 125 | |
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| Location: | metal workshop |
| Tutors: | Lukas |
CAUTION - the "King Craft" grinder has a switch that will stay on until you push it back to the "off" position, so it could surprisingly start when plugged in!
We are usually using this grinder for grinding so there should be a grinding disc installed.
This grinder works with 125 mm discs.
