Top 5 Belt Grinder Attachments and Their Uses: Maximize Your Grinding Potential

One of the biggest advantages of the RQ 2x72 belt grinder is its versatility, thanks to a wide range of attachments. These attachments can dramatically expand the range of tasks your grinder can handle, from precise knife beveling to heavy-duty material removal. Whether you’re a knife maker, metal fabricator, or working in custom manufacturing, the right attachment can make all the difference. In this blog, we’ll explore the top 5 attachments and their uses, along with a sneak peek at what’s coming soon!

1. 3-Wheel Platen: Versatility for Every Project

The 3-wheel platen is a core component of the belt grinder, offering flexibility for a variety of grinding tasks. With two 50mm rubber-coated wheels and a 100mm serrated contact wheel, this attachment lets you switch between different grinding approaches seamlessly. The 65 HRC hardened tool steel platen ensures long-lasting durability, even under heavy use.

Uses:

• Ideal for general grinding tasks like shaping and smoothing.
• Great for working on flat surfaces and bevels with precision.

2. 10-Inch Serrated Contact Wheel: Aggressive Material Removal

For users who need fast, aggressive material removal, the 10-inch serrated contact wheel is the go-to attachment. The serrated design helps keep your workpiece cool while quickly removing stock, making it perfect for shaping, profiling, and rough grinding.

Uses:

• Ideal for heavy-duty grinding, especially for tasks like removing large amounts of material.
• Great for knife makers who need to shape blades quickly and efficiently.

3. Small Wheel Attachment: Precision for Tight Curves and Tubing

The small wheel attachment comes with 8 rubber-coated wheels, ranging from 12mm to 45mm. It's perfect for detailed work in tight spaces, like creating intricate curves or working on small-radius areas. In addition to its common uses in knife-making, the small wheel attachment is also used in custom metalwork and tube fabrication.

Uses:

• Arc slots for welding tube steel: Perfect for precise arc slots, ensuring a clean fit for welded tubes.
• Car exhaust tubes: This attachment is commonly used to shape and manufacture parts for car exhaust systems.
• Detailed grinding in small spaces, making it a must-have for knife makers and custom fabricators.

4. Fully Adjustable Tool Rest: Precision Control

The fully adjustable tool rest is designed to provide complete control over your grinding angles and positions. It’s versatile enough to handle any task, from sharpening and shaping to more detailed work. Adjust the angle and position to match your specific needs, ensuring precision and comfort during long grinding sessions.

Uses:

• Perfect for precise bevel grinding and sharpening.
• Helps maintain consistent angles for knife makers and fabricators.

5. Coming Soon: Bevel Rest & Surface Grinder

At RQ, we are constantly innovating and expanding our line of belt grinder attachments. Two new additions are in the works to further enhance your grinding capabilities:

• Bevel Rest: This future attachment will make grinding bevels on knives even easier, providing perfect alignment and precision control.
• Surface Grinder: Ideal for achieving perfectly flat surfaces, the surface grinder attachment will be a game-changer for metalworkers and fabricators alike.

Stay tuned for these exciting new developments!

Pivot Pin Feature

All of our attachments come with a pivot pin, allowing them to rotate 360 degrees. This feature ensures full adjustability, making it easier to switch between angles and alignments for various grinding tasks, enhancing the flexibility of your belt grinder.

Conclusion

With the right attachments, your RQ 2x72 belt grinder becomes a powerful and versatile tool, capable of handling a wide range of tasks with precision and ease. From the heavy-duty 10-inch contact wheel for rapid material removal to the detailed work possible with the small wheel attachment, there's an attachment for every need. And with new innovations like the bevel rest and surface grinder on the horizon, the possibilities are endless.

Explore our range of attachments today and take your grinding capabilities to the next level.