AmeriBrade
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Neil Kamimura 2x48 AmeriBrade Belt Grinder — AmeriBrade
This 2x48 offers all of the most essential grinding accessories in a single configuration that is simple to use and has a small footprint. Neil Kamimura is partnering with us to develop this grinder because he shares in our vision of making a high quality machine that is more accessible to a wider range of makers.
Amazon
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KFMK 2"x48" Belt Grinder Attachment for Bench Grinders, 2x48 Inch Belt and 7 Inch Disc Sander Attachment for Bench Grinders with 5/8" Arbor, Belt Sanders - Amazon Canada
This item: KFMK 2"x48" Belt Grinder Attachment for Bench Grinders, 2x48 Inch Belt and 7 Inch Disc Sander Attachment for Bench Grinders with 5/8" Arbor
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Red Label Abrasives
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2 X 48 Inch Sanding Belts | Premium Quality | Free Shipping
2 x 48 inch belt grinders are often used as a more affordable alternative to 2 x 72 inch belt grinders. The more compact size of 2 x 48 inch belt sanders also allows them to fit into smaller shops with ease.
Another 2x48 vs 2x72 discussion
I would absolutely not get the Alec Steele grinder. Way over priced. If you are new to making and don’t know how to weld I wouldn’t dive into any weld it yourself projects. There is a lot to welding and grinders need to be precise. I’d say stick with a 2x72, you won’t be upset you have a better running machine. Brodbeck or ameribrade is really the only two options you need to consider. I like ameribrade but either one won’t be a miss. More on reddit.com
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January 26, 2023My Dayton 2x48 Review - The Knife Network Forums : Knife Making Discussions
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Looking to get a 2x72 belt grinder, not sure what to get.
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October 22, 20202x72 belt grinder for blade thinning and repair
Does it have a variable speed?
Do you have any polishing wheels?
Do you have any cooling sytem (bucket with cold water is enough)?
Is there any other sharpening tool around ? because repair small chips with a beltgrinder seems pretty extreme.
Do we talk about secondary bevels ? It is the perfect tool for thinning and forming/reforming primary bevels on a knive, infact you can make t knive now ! But if you want to have secondary bevels i woud do that in a second step on a stone or other tool. You can do that on a beltgrinder also ofc but the chance that you mess up with a scondarybevel at the beginning is high haha
Do you have any tool to reharden steel if you produce too much heat on the blade?
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r/knifemaking on Reddit: Another 2x48 vs 2x72 discussion
January 26, 2023 -
I'm a relatively new hobbyist maker looking to upgrade from my current 1x30. I've narrowed my search down to either the Alec Steele 2x48 (made by 84 Engineering) or the DIY Revolution Gen 5 (which would also be my first welding project).
In doing my research, I've found that one of the largest reasons for recommending a 2x72 over a 2x48 is a greater availability of belts. With a bit of googling, I've found plenty of belts available in both sizes, so that's not really a concern of mine. It also looks like the 2x48 can most of the same accessories a 2x72 can.
The differences I'm really interested in are:
Footprint- is a 2x48 really that much of a space savings over a 2x72?
Belt life- I know a 2x72 will last longer, but how much are we talking here?
Heat build up- again, obviously a 2x72 will out perform a 2x48 here, but by how much?
Basically just trying to get a better idea of the differences in these areas so I can make a better informed decision on which grinder is right for me.
A few other considerations that are more specific to my situation and less about the overall differences between the two sizes:
4) platen size. The 2x48 comes with a 6" platen- I couldn't immediately find the size of the Revolution platen, but it looks to be 8"-ish in the pictures. How much will that limit a novice maker, and would a 48" belt fit a larger platen at some point down the line? I'm most interested in making kitchen knives, so I'll be working in the 8"-10" range for blades.
5) I've never welded before. I have access to a welder and don't mind spending a little time learning the basics with scrap, but welding a whole grinder chasis together looks a little intimidating.
If you've made it this far- thanks for taking the time to read through- any guidance or experience shared is much appreciated.
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I would absolutely not get the Alec Steele grinder. Way over priced. If you are new to making and don’t know how to weld I wouldn’t dive into any weld it yourself projects. There is a lot to welding and grinders need to be precise. I’d say stick with a 2x72, you won’t be upset you have a better running machine. Brodbeck or ameribrade is really the only two options you need to consider. I like ameribrade but either one won’t be a miss.
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An 84 engineering 2x48 is the best choice for a 48 inch grinder on the market no two ways about it. Making grinders is easy but making good grinders is not. There are a lot of grinders out there that people will foam at the mouth defending because that's what they have and have not compared it to anything else except what they had before. Everyone is biased to their own choice. I am the machinist at 84 engineering so I am biased toward the grinders I make. Even so I think you'd genuinely be hard pressed to find a better quality grinder at that price. You can buy a similar quality 72 from someone like brodbeck or one of ours but it will be more expensive, or for the same price you could buy a lower quality. Personally I'd take a premium quality 48 over a budget 72. The belts last 2/3 as long but they can be changed in seconds. Individual belts are cheaper but they cost more per foot. I'm putting a 48 in my workshop based on the fact it's smaller and takes up significantly less space while taking all the same accessories as the 72. If I thought I'd be handicapped in any way by using a 48 then I would have gone with the 72 and it would have cost the same either way.
Originblademaker
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Convertible 2x48" Belt Grinder
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Kitchen Knife Forums
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New Grizzly Sander 2X48 | Kitchen Knife Forums
November 26, 2023 - I'm thinking of picking one up, as it looks to be more functional than a 1x30. Anyone familiar or have experience with this particular model? https://www.grizzly.com/products/grizzly-2-x-42-knife-making-belt-sander-grinder/t32459 ... Good price for a 2x48 with a VFD.
Grizzly Industrial
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Grizzly G0898 - 2" x 48" 2-Wheel Belt Grinder/Sander - Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
2" x 48" 2-Wheel Belt Grinder/Sander
G0898 2" x 48" 2-Wheel Belt Grinder/Sander
Industrial strength with a compact size that works for any shop!
Featuring the popular 2" wide belt, the G0898 2" x 48" 2-Wheel Belt Grinder/Sander is great for knife making and many more uses.
The powerful 1 HP motor moves the belt at 4000 FPM, allowing you to easily remove material from even the toughest steel.
The pivoting action of the head from 0–90° allows you to position the workpiece in the perfect location.
The rigid cast-iron frame reduces chatter during operation.
A full range of replacement belts are available.
The G0898 manual was written
Price US$1,295.00
Canadian Hobby Metal Workers & Machinists
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2x48 belt grinder | Canadian Hobby Metal Workers & Machinists
July 16, 2022 - I've been plugging away at this for the last week or so, putting one of my cheap marketplace motors to good use. 2x48 because I built a 2x72 a while back (and sold it) and found it took up a bit to much space. I have a few bits left to go, namely the work table, wiring in a switch, designing...
VEVOR
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VEVOR 2x48 Belt Grinder - Precision Grinding & Sanding Tool
Shop VEVOR's 2x48 belt grinder for efficient grinding and sanding. Enjoy free shipping and 30-day returns. Perfect for metalworking and sharpening tasks. Buy now!
Blacksmith Supply
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SM-48-2x48 Grinder - 84 Engineering - Alec Steele Model
2x48 Grinder - 84 Engineering - Alec Steele Model -SPECIAL! FREE 2x48 BELT KIT INCLUDED ($99 VALUE!) BELT KIT INCLUDES: Ceramic (40, 60, 80, 120 GRIT)
Multitool Products
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2" x 48" Belt Grinder - Shop Mate 48 (50mm x 1220mm) UK Shipping
The 84 Engineering Shop Mate 2x48" (50mmx1220mm) Belt Grinder (also known as the 2x48" Steele Grinder and SM-48) matched with a 240v fully wired 1.1kw Variable Speed Drive and motor is a great foundation to your grinding future.
Etsy Canada
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2x48 Belt Grinder - Etsy
Check out our 2x48 belt grinder selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our tools shops.
Advgrinding
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2x48 Belt Sander Grinder Knife Making Belt Grinder Machine
Made of high-quality steel plate electrostatic spraying, rust prevention, wear resistance, corrosion resistance. Aluminum alloy coated rubber wheel has stable heat dissipation, stable performance, precise polishing and is study and durable.
UKTools
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2×48 Belt Grinder - UKTools
2x48 Belt Grinder
2x48 Belt Grinder / Sander 2 hp motor with VFD.
Has adjustable tool rest, the table can Rotate to 45 degrees, it can run the same attachments as a 2x72 Belt Grinder just by changing the belt to a 2x72 inch belt.
Runs on standard 13 amp 3-pin plug.
Strong machine built to last. Runs very well with a lot of adjustment features.
Suitable for knife making and general grinding purposes.
Price £499.00
Refinersforge
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2x48 Belt Grinder Attachment – Refiner's Forge
I designed this 2x48 to be an entry level, high quality, affordable grinder. Belt grinders are amazing tools for the knife maker, blacksmith, woodworker, and other crafts men and women.
Bladesmith's Forum
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2x42/48 belt grinder options - Bladesmith's Forum
July 11, 2024 - Another bit of kit that I need to think about as I get back into smithing is one that I never had in the past: a belt grinder. These are just such incredibly useful tools that I am not willing to try to get along without one again. I know there have been endless discussions on knifemakers' forums...
Thepracticalengineer
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My 2x48" Belt Grinder - its a beast! — The Practical Engineer
January 26, 2020 - I wanted a belt grinder that is STRONG, I don’t want to hassle with something underpowered when grinding metal. Doing my research I found that it’s recommended to have 1 HP for every inch of belt width. That meant for the two-inch belt I needed a 1.5kW motor since the price difference was only a little bit I decided not to fuzz around and I got the 2.2kW motor at 3000RPM.
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KnifeDogs
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Advice on grinders: 2x42 vs. 2x48? | KnifeDogs.com Forums
August 17, 2013 - I’m thinking about upgrading my current grinder (1x30) to either a 2x42 or 2x48 grinder. (I’d eventually like to get a 2x72 grinder, but funds are limited at this time). Fortunately, I just recently discovered that I can get my favorite Norton Blaze R980 belts in both 2x42 and 2x48 through ...
I Forge Iron
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2x36 vs 2x48 vs 4x48 - Grinders, Sanders, etc - I Forge Iron
April 17, 2016 - Hello all, I'm in the market to upgrade from my HF piece of junkola (barely qualifies as a sander, never mind a grinder... they must use rocking horses to rate the power of their motors) to one of the attachments available for bench grinders and I'm wondering what the various opinions are out the...