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V8-108:
Looking to replace my bench grinder which will mainly be used for sharpening my turning tools. Looking at the Record Power RSBG6 or the Axminster AC150WSG which appear to be pitched against each other with little difference in price.....I have sharpening jigs to use on them....what are peoples thoughts on these two grinders, is one better than the other or is it just personal choice? Opinions welcome please.

Neil

Wood spinner:
If you only use the grinder for lathe tools you should consider a slow speed grinder ,
High speed grinders overheat the cutting edge quickly

Bill21:

--- Quote from: Wood spinner on August 04, 2021, 06:12:41 AM ---If you only use the grinder for lathe tools you should consider a slow speed grinder ,
High speed grinders overheat the cutting edge quickly

--- End quote ---

That’s only really an issue on old high carbon steel tools. I’ve read you can get HSS tools to turn blue and it won’t affect the hardness, just don’t quench it in cold water or it can cause micro cracks.

Wood spinner:
OK good luck with that then  :D

Bill21:
“You really can’t overheat HSS doing this”

https://blondihacks.com/lathe-grinding-tool-bits/

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