What is the correct tool rest clearance for a bench grinder?
Ensure all the guards are in place and secure before using a grinder. Adjust tool rests to within 3 mm (1/8 in.) of wheels. Never adjust rests while wheels are moving.
How close should the rest be set on a bench grinder?
OSHA specifies that work-rests be kept adjusted to within 1/8-inch of the wheel to prevent the workpiece from being jammed between the wheel and the rest, resulting in potential wheel breakage.
What is the maximum gap between the tool rest and the wheel on a bench grinder?
1/6 inch
The grinder tool rest gap is not larger than 1/6 inch. No chips, cracks or breaks are present.
What side of the grinding wheel should be used to grind objects?
Grind evenly across the face, avoid creating ruts in the wheel. Do not use the side of a grinding wheel, just the face. Side pressure can cause a wheel to crack. Do not grind too hard, do not try and take off too much material too fast, use the right tool for the right job.
What is clearance between the tool rest and the grinding wheel?
1⁄8-inch
An adjustable work rest must also be installed and adjusted to maintain a maximum clearance of 1⁄8-inch between it and the wheel. This prevents the operator’s hands or the work from being jammed between the wheel and the rest.
Can you run a bench grinder with only one wheel?
Bench grinders can be used with a single wheel.
What must you never do to the side of an abrasive wheel?
Never try to force the wheel through the workpiece and never apply pressure to the side of the wheel. Never use a grinding disc for cut-off work or vice versa. If in doubt, contact your local HSS Hire Shop. Regularly check the disc’s condition and replace if worn or damaged.
What is the size of the safety gauge on a bench grinder?
The bench grinder safety gauge measures 2 3/4-inches wide by 2 1/4-inches high by .1000-inches thick and has a 1/4-inch hole for attachment to the bench grinder.
What is a bench grinder tool rest?
This bench grinder tool rest seeks to overcome these weaknesses. It will work with both 6” and 8” diameter grinders and belt sanders with a 1” wide wheel or belt. It is secured directly to your bench. The tool rest can be quickly removed from its base to allow unencumbered free hand grinding.
What are tool rest support safety gauges used for?
Tool Rest Support Bench Grinder Safety Gauges Also known as safety scales, these gauges confirm that the gaps between the grinding wheel and the tool rest and tongue comply with OSHA and ANSI requirements.
What is a grinding wheel gauge?
Also known as safety scales, these gauges confirm that the gaps between the grinding wheel and the tool rest and tongue comply with OSHA and ANSI requirements. Lg.