Belt grinder attachment for a bench grinder (1 Viewer)

[alia176]

I wish I had the funds to procure a Burr King belt sander but alas, they're way out of my budget. I use one daily at work as we have 30 of them The old timers grab the one or two that were decommissioned years ago.

So, does anyone have one like this for their bench grinder? Eastwood Versa-Grind 2X48 Belt Grinder Attachment - https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-versa-grind-2x48-belt-grinder-attachment.html If so, which brand is yours?

I know that Etsy has dozens of drawings/step files/pdfs/etc to create your own based on their plans https://www.etsy.com/market/2x72_grinder?ref=lp_queries_external_top-6.

This one looks interesting, a tad large and needs its own support due to all the extra weight: https://www.etsy.com/listing/171417...-for-bench?gpla=1&gao=1&variation0=4444249103

Currently I have a older 6" wide belt sander, similar to this one from Grizzly. link It leaves much to be desired and I don't feel like turning it into a smooth running machine by messing with bearings and such. Also, this thing requires its own stand and space is premium in my tiny garage, so that's why the attachment concept appeals to me.

Curious if the one from Eastwood would be sufficient for my needs. Their 7" abrasive disc is a bonus for me. Watching their video makes it seem like I'd be ok with it for my needs, but wanted some feedback from the group. They have three different sizes, and I'm not sure which one would be the most beneficial for me. I'm looking to add to my Black Friday list .

Thanks.

 

[aztoyman]

I have been using a Multi Tool attachment on a 3/4 HP grinder for many years now. It looks exactly like the 2 x 36 Eastwood one in your pic. Back then it was the only game in town as far for a DIY in your garage type tool.

I am on a small budget and have a 3 car garage so money and space is tight. It is probably my most used tool or maybe a tie with a 4 1/2" angle grinder and I don't know what I would do without it. I have an old U.S. made Milwaukee 1HP grinder as well and hardly use it.

The 2" x 36" does everything I need it to and doesn't take up too much space. IDK if I would really benefit from a larger version the way I use it. It would stick out a lot further and need more room though. I think my 3/4 HP grinder is the minimum I would recommend.

I've been running it HARD all these years and NOTHING on it has failed or worn out other than belts. And they last me a long time.

Just my personal experience. I hope this helps.

 

[alia176]

excellent feedback, thank you. I'm curious as to what'd be the practical need to go to a 2x48" belt

Looks like this is the unit you have. I'm guessing this one is a Chinese copy of the Multi tool

 

[aztoyman]

The only thing that is a PITA at times is changing the disc. It has adhesive backed discs and THEY STICK. They are a bear to change and you have to remove the small table and reset it after to make sure your angles stay true. But.......they better stick well. It would suck to have it fly off.

The belts are super easy and fast to change out.

As far as maintenance, I just blow off the accumulated dust with a blow gun once in a while. I haven't had to buy any parts for it in all these years. I think mine was from Australia and I'm guessing by the pics it's the same as the Eastwood ones you posted.

 

[alia176]

Just got off the phone with Eastwood and learned few thing. Their own house branded product is Chinese vs the Multitool brand is USA made.

 

[aztoyman]

I do have the one you gave a link to, but it is the deluxe version with the miter table. I use that a lot so I recommend it if you get the disc sander. I think you can buy just the belt version of this tool. I "think" I paid about $200 ish way back when I got mine. It was a Black Friday special package deal with a belt starter kit and the disc sander and table thrown in. I think the only place selling it back then was Trick Tools.

 

[Waorani]

All of those look like they're just waiting to rip off a large patch of skin when they fail. Before I'd cobble together some kind of Chinese made attachment and a cheapo bench grinder I'd be looking for a quality, purpose built belt grinder on ebay, surplus sites, facebook, craigslist, etc.

 

[Mauser]

You can't beat a good 2"x72" belt grinder. an attachment to a regular bench grinder isn't going to be anywhere near as good as a regular belt grinder.

I got this after my bros were killed. There were 4 built in Albuquerque in the 1940s and they were able to locate and buy all 4. It has a 3hp 3phase motor with a VFD controller to make up the three phase. This makes it possible to control the rpms, make it turn slow or fast. This grinder is pretty much unstoppable. No need for a regular bench grinder at all.

 

[alia176]

zactly, these types of belt sanders negate the need for a bench grinders, which is why I want to convert mine. Your unit is sweet, glad you have it. All the Burr King grinders at work are 120vac with a VFD for speed control. They are so sweet.

 

[Malleus]

I've had my eye on something like these for a while:

Or the "I'll never be able to justify the price of that" Gibson 72:

84 Engineering prices are AUSD. Their sole US distributor is Blacksmith Supply.

I've wanted to build one of these ever since I started wasting time watching Neil Paskin on Sunday morning.

 

[alia176]

I love the Burr King models due to their compact size. They're made in the USA and will last you forever, but finding them in the used market is stupid expensive for me.


Some of these belt sanders are quite elaborate, and large!

I'm only able to find three-phase units on eBay for some reason

2-1/2” Burr King Heavy Duty Belt Grinder, Model 960-250 | eBay

2-1/2” Burr King Heavy Duty Belt Grinder, Model 960-250, S/N 15376. Belt Size 2-1/2” x 60”. To View Under Power Follow the Link Below. Inspect under Power in Our Lebanon NJ warehouse. Factory Base. Magnetic Starter.

www.ebay.com

This is one is similar to the subject in question

2" Pedestal Belt Sander Grinder 110/120V 1Ph | eBay

Need it urgently?. Call us and we will do what we can to get it to you quickly. To get a freight quote we will need to know the following Country of Manufacture: N/A. Unless otherwise specifically agreed to in writing by.

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[alia176]

My Xmas presents to myself are beginning to show up .

This thing is the Shiznit, and eliminates grinding stones completely. I leave it in the vertical upright position unless I really need to use it for a project and I will flip it to horizontal mode and secure the hardware. I bought the real deal, Multi-tool brand from eBay for $200 plus tax and free shipping. Not sure how that seller is able to score these things for such a low price, but I jumped on it.

I might build a resting plate for the vertical mode. And if I'm in the mood, I'll build a tiltable miter table for the round sanding surface on the side.

I also took the opportunity to remove the left side grinding wheel and change it over to a 3M Scotch Brite Deburring wheel. Link

Finally, my vintage grinder is way more useful than it has been for the last two decades or so. I'm going to keep the wire wheel for the left side, but I'm going to give away the stone wheels.

 

[aztoyman]

NICE! That's a good price. That's how mine is setup. Wire wheel on the other side. I have another grinder with stones but I hardly use them anymore.

I recommend the table alongside the sanding disc. It does come in handy. Especially for squaring up the ends of cut pieces.

 

[alia176]

NICE! That's a good price. That's how mine is setup. Wire wheel on the other side. I have another grinder with stones but I hardly use them anymore.

I recommend the table alongside the sanding disc. It does come in handy. Especially for squaring up the ends of cut pieces.

I'll make that table, one of these days .

That reminds me, can you post up a couple of angles of your miter table please? I'm trying to come up with the way to have a small little table in front of the sander when it is in the vertical position. I was hoping to incorporate both tables into one design.

 

[aztoyman]

Here's a few pics. Hope this helps.

 

[RUSH55]

This thing is the Shiznit

Yeah it is!

 

[alia176]

Here's a few pics. Hope this helps.

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Sorry i didn't reply sooner but dang, that table is no joke! Thank you for the effort.