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Delta GR275 6 Inch Variable Speed Grinder with Tool-Less Change | 
 enlarge | Brand: Delta
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $173.48
Buy New: $92.48
You Save: $81.00 (47%)
New (8) Refurbished (1) from $69.95
Rating:  12 reviews
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 30.2
Dimensions (in): 15.6 x 11.6 x 13
MPN: GR275
Model: GR275
UPC: 069554572272
EAN: 0069554572272
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Includes Delta 2 year limited warranty | | • | Superior performance with 2.5 amp induction motor provides enduring, flawless results | | • | The variable speed ranges from 2000-3450 rpm | | • | Patent Quick-Change Wheel Release enables you to disengage the wheel without a wrench | | • | Easy to bend goose neck lamp to illuminate both the grinding wheels and application |
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Product Description
6", Variable Speed 2,000-3,450 RPM Bench Grinder, For General Purpose Grinding & Speed Control To Polish Or Sharpen Without Heat Build Up Reducing The Chance Of Losing Temper, Cast Iron Base, Patented Quick Change Wheel Replacement Uses No Wrenches, Flexible Goose Neck Lamp Bulb Not Included, 2.5A Induction Motor, 3/4" Face, 1/2" Arbor, Includes Eye Shields, Adjustable Tool Rests, Drill Bit Cut Out, Spark Deflectors, Grinding & Friable Sharpening Wheel, Diamond Wheel Dresser & Manual.
Amazon.com Product Description
The Delta GR275 6 inch, variable speed grinder features three distinct types of wheels powered by a 2.0 amp induction motor for both reliability and convenience. Each wheel type provides different functions for the grinder, whether it’s for sharpening, grinding or buffering. With the ability to function for a variety of grinding applications, each wheel is versatile in and of itself. The standard grinding wheel can function at top speed for rough grinding and speedy removal and the grinder is designed with an extendable, built-in diamond dresser which functions by aligning the white sharpening wheel to the edge so the surface is always flat. In addition, the variable speed range of 2,000 to 3,450 rpm permits slower speeds while the white sharpening stone is in use, resulting in fewer sparks, cooler operation, and greater command over the edge. The sharpening stone also has a designated tool rest with a drill bit rest milled into it so that a precise angle is maintained throughout the application. For stability, it’s fixed to a large cast-iron base and includes two removable tool rests, which are also constructed out of cast-iron. It also features an accessible safety switch and variable speed dial at the front of the grinder and easy to adjust clear safety shields with convenient thumb screws. Included on the grinder is a 40 watt, easy to bend goose neck lamp, which can be maneuvered to illuminate either of the grinding wheels and still keep a secure distance.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 7 more reviews...
A nice tool for the woodworker's shop September 6, 2008
Harvey J. Raider (Trinidad, CA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Delta is a brand one can count on. The quality is great and the functionality is just what I wanted. A good buy!
grinder August 30, 2008
Robert Mitchell
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This grinder meets my requirements.
It was easy and quick to set up.
All the parts were there.
It is good for the price.
 Okay Grinder August 1, 2008
Will (MI)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The drawbacks mentioned on the other reviews I found the same with my grinder. It seems Delta's quality control has a touch of dyslexia. With common sense, it is not a big issue.
The one negative I found was that the left tool rest (the one they show as the right tool rest on the diagram) has v-groove indention, I guess for drill bit sharpening, I wish they would have just given a flat surface rest instead, or in addition. I may have to epoxy a flat plate to it. And like one other reviewer said, the left wheel (the one they call the right one) does wobble. It is minor however, and not so bad that the grinder wonders about the table.
I bought this grinder for the variable control. It works well.
 Best Small Grinder on the Market Today June 9, 2008
K. Yarber (Santa Clarita, CA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
IMHO this is the best small grinder on the market that I could uncover during an intensive slurp thru the Internet maze. It has everyting you need to sharpen everything from dull steak knives, cheap pocket knives, lawn mower blades and gardening tools. Beyond those limitations you'll need to invest in a larger tool. This grinder will sit on your bench and not vibrate off at any speed. The grinder features a variable speed control and that capability puts it way out front of the others. However, I wanted to mount it onto a free-standing grinder stand; unfortunately, the tool stand that I bought contained a mounting plate that was incompatible with the grinder's mounting holes. That's what you gotta look out for and that's impossible to do online. I bought a stand (HTC HGP-10)and its mounting-plate holes did not match up with the grinder's holes. Re-drilling was not possible since the mounting plate is too small, and the grinder's mounting base has no room and is cast iron. Foiled again.
Very Satisfied May 9, 2008
David Craig (Michigan)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I ordered this grinder on the 2nd, received it on the 8th with the free super saver shipping option. Along with the lower price, these two factors alone helped make this a very good deal. I am fairly new to woodworking and have accumulated a number of chisels/carving tools that require sharpening before use. Pre-sharpened chisels are nice, but they come at a price that is beyond my limited budget.
Here is the breakdown -
This grinder is advertised specifically for sharpening. The variable speed is an important feature as it limits the possiblity of burnout on the tools. The grinder comes with a white sharpening disc, regular grinding disc and buffing pad. All I need is some buffer compound and I pretty much have everything I need for sharpening on the grinder.
Tool rests provide enough maneuverability to sharpen shorter tools as well as longer chisels without having to make a jig to hold the small tools closer to the disk. Assembly was pretty straight forward, took me about 15 minutes to get it together and running. Nice change of pace for those like me that have purchased much cheaper tools in the past and have had to make sense of mimeograph quality instructions and a slew of nuts and bolts that do not seem to fit properly half the time.
I give it only 4 stars instead of 5 due to the short length of the light (already noted in other reviews) and the fact that the toolrests are not interchangeable. The rest next to the white stone has indentations made for drill bits. Nice feature except for the fact that my small chisels can fall into the gap while grinding. Would have been nice to be able to swap rests instead of swapping grinding disks.
At any rate, the problems encountered were very minor and are mostly related to personal preference rather than faults with the product. I definitely feel I have my money's worth. I could have went with a cheaper grinder, but by the time shipping, purchasing of wheels specific to sharpening, and the annoyances of lack of variable speed (not to mention potential damage to the tools)are all factored in, it is obvious that this was a wise investment.
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