Recommendations for bench grinder?

[Alexis Dinno]

I am interested in expanding my studio's powered grinding capacity beyond a Glastar-tyoe grinder. Can run-of-the-mill bench grinders be easily configured for wet grinding? Are there particular brands or models especially suited for glass?

[DonMcClennen]

Do to the water needed for grinding this is NOT a reasonable approach. I would recommend you consider a wet belt sander to expand your capabilities. With a variety of belt grits you can grind and polish perfect bowl rims (square, round, oval, etc.) plus numerous other applications. A WBS will allow you to take your work to a new "Gallery " quality level! It is an investment you won't regret.
"The Right Tool For The Right Job"

[Brad Walker]

In addition to the wet belt sander, the other option would be a glass grinding lathe. They can be expensive, but a table top model might work for you, and would certainly be more powerful than a standard stained glass grinder. There are a wide variety of wheels available that would give you lots of finishing options.

[Barry Kaiser]

If your work is small(jewelry sized), by far the best equipment is a lapidary grinder. Water with a fountain type system (cheap aquarium pump).
You can buy a Lortone arbor and add your own wheels. If you need more specifics,email me.
Barry

[Alexis Dinno]

Do to the water needed for grinding this is NOT a reasonable approach. I would recommend you consider a wet belt sander to expand your capabilities. With a variety of belt grits you can grind and polish perfect bowl rims (square, round, oval, etc.) plus numerous other applications. A WBS will allow you to take your work to a new "Gallery " quality level! It is an investment you won't regret.
"The Right Tool For The Right Job"

Thanks, Don! I do indeed have a lovely wet belt sander... but sometimes a (more powerful) grinder is what I want: coarse-grained rapid removal.

In addition to the wet belt sander, the other option would be a glass grinding lathe. They can be expensive, but a table top model might work for you, and would certainly be more powerful than a standard stained glass grinder. There are a wide variety of wheels available that would give you lots of finishing options.

Thank you, Brad! Can you provide a link to a product that you consider typical of this kind of tool?

[jim simmons]

Get a coarser grit belt.
Maybe something like a 50 or 60 grit.
Jim

[Brad Walker]

In addition to the wet belt sander, the other option would be a glass grinding lathe. They can be expensive, but a table top model might work for you, and would certainly be more powerful than a standard stained glass grinder. There are a wide variety of wheels available that would give you lots of finishing options.

Thank you, Brad! Can you provide a link to a product that you consider typical of this kind of tool?

https://www.hisglassworks.com/shop/mach ... athes.html

If you're mechanically inclined, they also have parts to help you build your own.

[DonMcClennen]

Buy some 60 grit belts for your WBS... it will remove a lot of glass fast!!

[jim simmons]

ore besides, it will be a LOT more inexpensive
the other Jim

[Ed Cantarella]

If you only need a smaller lap, occasionally, just buy the arbor & nut set https://inlandcraft.com/shop/swaptop/sw ... r-nut-set/ for an Inland Swap top grinder and their drip kit and you will be free to use whatever diamond discs you find to fit it. Ebay is flush with offerings You can do this whole setup for $50-60.