NEVER attach a Type 1 straight or cut-off wheel to this angle grinder. Use for any other purpose is not recommended and creates a hazard, which will result in serious injury.
Can you put a metal-cutting blade on an angle grinder?
An angle grinder fitted with an abrasive metal-cutting disc works well to cut all kinds of metal, including bolts, angle iron, rebar and even sheet metal. But the discs wear down quickly, cut slowly and shrink in diameter as you use them. Instead, we recommend using a diamond blade that’s rated to cut ferrous metal.
What wheel type do I need to cut metal on an angle grinder?
. 045 cutting wheels are designed specifically for cutting metal and have a much thinner thickness (known as “Kerf”) than grinding wheels (1/4”) and pipeline wheels (1/8”).
What is a Type 1 grinding wheel?
Type 1 Wheel – A thick disc shaped wheel intended for grinding on its periphery as in bench grinders or straight grinders.
What is the difference between a grinding wheel and a cut off wheel?
Cut-off Discs
Compared to grinding wheels, cut-off wheels are thinner in order to deliver the most accurate cuts. This is why working with them is more dangerous. If you suddenly change the position of angle grinders or use them in a position that makes them bend, they shatter easily.
Can I use a cutoff wheel on an angle grinder?
NEVER attach a Type 1 straight or cut-off wheel to this angle grinder. Use for any other purpose is not recommended and creates a hazard, which will result in serious injury.
Can you use a cutting wheel on an angle grinder?
Quote from Youtube video: It works by spinning an abrasive cutting or polishing will and it is called an angle grinder because the wheel is mounted at a right angle cutting generates dust and flying debris.
Can you use a grinding disk for cutting?
Do not attempt to cut with a grinding disc or grind with a cutting disc. Each disc should be labeled either “Stone” or “Metal”. The material you work on should only be cut or ground with the disc labeled for that material.
How do I choose a cut off wheel?
One factor in choosing a cut-off wheel for metal is to buy based on the material being cut. The premium Tiger line of cutting wheels offers options to cut through various metals, from steel, aluminum and stainless steel to hard-to-cut metals like titanium.
How thick of metal can an angle grinder cut?
Angle grinder sizes
It can be used for small jobs as cutting wood or metal with a maximum thickness of 2-3 cm. It’s not recommended to use it for cutting stones and concrete.
How thick should a metal cutting disc be?
Cutting discs are best for cutting through metal and are available in different thicknesses as explained below. For standard, everyday jobs on stainless or mild steel, opt for a 1mm or 1.6mm disc thickness. For cutting thin sheet metals, choose a 1mm or 0.8mm disc.
What can I use to cut heavy metal?
Tin Snips. Like a pair of scissors, tin snips are an inexpensive handheld tool that cuts straight, or if the blade is curved, can cut curves and circles. Tin snips are ideal for cutting soft metals like aluminum and copper, and are especially useful for cutting sheet metal, gutters, metal roofing, and studs.
