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An angle grinder, also known as a side grinder or disc grinder, is a handheld power tool used for grinding (abrasive cutting) and polishing. Although developed originally as tools for rigid abrasive discs, the availability of an interchangeable power source has encouraged their use with a wide variety of cutters and attachments.Angle grinders can be powered by an electric motor or compressed air. The motor drives a geared head at a right-angle on which is mounted an abrasive disc or a thinner cut-off disc, either of which can be replaced when worn. Angle grinders typically have an adjustable guard and a side-handle for two-handed operation. Certain angle grinders, depending on their speed range, can be used as sanders, employing a sanding disc with a backing pad or disc. The backing system is typically made of hard plastic, phenolic resin, or medium-hard rubber depending on the amount of flexibility desired.
Angle grinders are standard equipment in metal fabrication shops and on construction sites. They are also common in machine shops, along with die grinders and bench grinders.

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  1. backintothevoid

    cutting polishing advice/recommendations wet saw grinder large format

    Advice Hi guys, got some 60cmx60cm porcelain tiles to lay in a hallway with a modular pattern, 30x 60 30x30, 60x60. to do cuts i have a decent snap cutter. some tiles i need to trim a few mm off. i also need to smooth the cut edges. so i know i get a smoother and more precise cut with a wet saw...
  2. E

    Concrete grinder and attachment for dust extractor

    Hello, I'm looking in to buy a concrete grinder , pls any recommendation? I manage to find the cup, but not sure about the attachment for the dust extractor, what are you using ? Thanks !
  3. R

    Angle grinder or huge wet cutter

    On large format are alot of you using angle grinders (anyone use the monolit guide? Plus using a good extractor) Or the wet circular saw or now you having to carry about 1200mm wet cutter?
  4. S

    Dust arrest grinder shroud

    Dust arrest max vac grinder shroud, was wondering if anyone has used one. Thinking of taking the plunge and getting full dust extraction with the dewalt cordless dust extractor and pairing it with the grinder shroud. Just a bit worried of the size of the shroud, is the wheel easily visable so...
  5. W

    Anyone tried this Bosch grinder blade?

    Any good? I'm after the cleanest edge possible from a dry cut grinder blade. https://www.*******************/product/bosch-dry---clean-cut-diamond-angle-grinder-blade-115mm-2608615076 I've had some cheaper Bosch blades before, they were not particularly special regarding chip free cuts, but...
  6. B

    Best Battery grinder

    Hi all .. I’ve been using a Bosch GWS battery grinder for maybe 8 years now .. does anyone else use this grinder for cutting tiles ? I really like its feel and weight . It’s a 115 . I do like the side paddle on off switch. My question is what is a good or better alternative. Similar size ...
  7. W

    Which variable speed grinder out of these? Does higher speed mean better cut?

    I'm after a 125mm variable speed grinder. I was going to go for the £150 Metabo at the bottom of the list, because I think the 2000rpm lowest speed would be more useful polishing at least, but it only goes to 7600rpm max. Does that mean a poor cut? Am I better sacrificing the lowest speed...
  8. J

    Wet Saw or Grinder

    Hi all. My Rubi ND200 recently packed up and I’ve been looking at other options. I was looking at the Festool AGC 18 cordless angle grinder with one of their extractors as an option but with me being used to the wet saw I’m wondering if it would be a bad idea. Anyone prefer a grinder over a...
  9. Dave

    Makita cordless grinder.

    Made the jump to cordless, should have done it years ago , just too tight to buy one 😂. Deffo a worthy purchase though. 👍
  10. Kedo

    Which cordless grinder?

    Hi Guy, I’m genuinely confused about which cordless grinder to buy! There are so many to choose from, looking for recommendations please, all advice welcome, TIA
  11. H573

    Cordless Grinder

    Morning All, I’m looking to buy a cordless grinder. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Any suppliers/shops you all buy from would be helpful too. Thanks
  12. tommyzooom

    Bought a cordless grinder, but what way to cut?

    So I bought a Makita 18v grinder, and it could be a game changer. I'm using a Marcrist akkumax blade after being recommended one on here. So far so good. The only drawback is I'm coming home dustier, even though it's cut outdoors, but the blade as supplied is on the left, throwing the dust...
  13. Dan

    Cutting a hole in a tile with a grinder

    Not seen it done this way before.
  14. dg-1984

    Angle grinder cutting on top of a board

    I was watching videos on cutting tiles with angle grinder and came a cross one where the tile was cut on what looked like a large board. Anyone know what material it would be looking at getting something to cut on top of.
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    bosch gws18 10sc 125mm

    quick first impact, it looks faster than hitachi, but all 2 say 9000 rpm. great the lever to move the blade cover, just press and turn to the point you need. application and connection installed: through the application it is possible to set the times of light work and intensity, screen time and...
  16. G

    Bosch grinder died

    So my Bosch variable grinder died yesterday, I think the switch has gone as there is power going to the switch ( I used a electrical pen ). So I phoned Bosch and they are picking it up today to have a look weather they can repair or send a new one out, only problem it’s a 10/12 day back log.
  17. L

    Which dry disc for 115m grinder.

    Hi guys, the title says it all really. I don't have a wet tile saw so looking for good quality one blade. Also, some hole saw cutters. Is it best to buy cheap and use once and throw and buy decent ones. Thanks guys. Hope you have a good day
  18. dg-1984

    Tips on using an angle grinder

    Can anyone give any hints or tips on using an angle grinder for cutting tiles, bought a variable Bosch and premtool blade. Have read about rotating the grinder and having the blade on the right as pull cutting can be more accurate on longer cuts. Also the dust etc is thrown away from you...
  19. L

    115 mm mesh/netted grinder blde

    looking recommendations on a 115 or 120mm mesh/netted blade. Cheers
  20. B

    Hilti grinder and Hilti variable polisher

    Just a quick review on the 115mm grinder and 125mm variable speed polisher now that I’ve had a couple of days use on 12mm marble. Both are 110v and brand new, bought from local Hilti shop. Start with the grinder, slow start, quiet and hardly any vibration at full speed in hand. You can tell it’s...
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