Thread: Grinding belts

Ceramic and zirconium last much longer than alox or sic. Especially for lower grits where you want to remove a lot of material.

I haven't tried the all by any means, but prefer the orange Blaze ceramic, at least up to 120 grit. After that I use silicon carbide.

The ceramics cost more, but last way, way longer, run smoother and cut easier with less heat. I get most of my belts from Trugrit.

Whatcha grinding with, Rez? Was there a grinder made in Texas?

No. No grinder built in Texas, but there is a company that makes them right here in B.C. Nexus Grinder. I ordered one. I was going to build on but I think this is more simple. I have no idea what I will be grinding though. Seems I’m about to get really busy.

If your like most people you will find a lot of uses for that grinder.

I just looked at the grinder website

It looks like a well made grinder with some good features. I liked the size of the work rest a lot. The flat platen can be adjusted in a number of ways and you can have different tool arms.
And the price is very good.

Those are Canadian dollars too! I think it is a very good value and like most I try to support those closest to home when I can. After a few emails I was pretty convinced it made the most sense.