Are You Using Your Cut-Off Wheels Correctly?
Using cut-off wheels correctly means matching the wheel to your material, verifying tool RPM, and maintaining a strict 90-degree angle with light pressure.
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Dec
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Dec
A Guide to Profile Grinding for Woodworking Knives
Master profile grinding for custom woodworking knives. This guide details the process, from creating templates and choosing CBN wheels to final sharpening techniques.
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Dec
From Grinding to Polishing: Achieving Optical Clarity on Glass
Achieve perfect optical clarity by following the three core stages of glass restoration. This guide details the process from grinding to final polishing.
04
Dec
Common Mistakes When Sharpening Band Saw Blades
Avoid ruining your cuts by learning the common mistakes in sharpening band saw blades, like using wrong tools, ignoring tooth angles, and overheating the steel.
03
Dec
Carbide Tool Sharpening: Why Diamond Wheels Are Your Only Real Choice
Sharpening carbide requires an abrasive harder than the tool itself. Standard wheels cause heat damage, but diamond wheels offer superior hardness for a fast, cool cut.
03
Dec
How to Grind HSS Tools Without Burning
To grind HSS tools without burning, use a friable or CBN wheel, apply light pressure in short bursts, and quench the tool in water after each pass.
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Dec
How Your Coolant Strategy Makes or Breaks a Grinding Operation
Your coolant strategy is key to preventing thermal damage and poor surface finish. The right fluid and management boosts quality, extends wheel life, and cuts costs.
02
Dec
The Ultimate Guide to Grinding Titanium with Superabrasives
Master grinding titanium with superabrasives for superior precision and surface quality. This guide covers wheel selection, coolant use, and safety protocols.
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Dec
How to Achieve a Perfect Finish with Grinding Wheels
Achieve a perfect finish by selecting the right wheel, optimizing speed and feed rates, and performing regular wheel dressing to ensure a sharp, clean cut.
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Dec
Abrasive Technology for Cutting Difficult Materials
Abrasive technology provides precise methods for cutting difficult materials. Waterjet, wire sawing, and grinding with superabrasives cut hard or heat-sensitive materials.