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Post by sandsman1 on May 4, 2004 19:45:15 GMT -5
i just started grinding stones i realy dont know what im doin so im more playin then anything hahaha, but im wondering what the dif is of useing a diamond wheel or a green wheel, i have 2 new green wheels there 100gt and 220gt the 100 wheel eats rock very fast with a water drip and i cant see a need for diamond if it just eats alittle faster ,or is there another reason for useing one then speed of grind like i said im very new to this so how about some input from anybody else grinding stones ok seeya-s --john
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WarrenA
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since November 2003
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Post by WarrenA on May 4, 2004 23:26:47 GMT -5
I have a green wheel but it doesn't cut like I want I think it is 80 grit, I would like to get a diamond wheel but they are kinda spendy. I am shaping some agates that I bought they are quite hard. My makita grinder has a tile diamond blade in it and it cuts like mad but leaves scratches that are to deep for my liking. I will be saving up for awhile till I can get a diamond wheel. Let me know if anyone has a supplier that has wheels for a reasonable price. Warren
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Post by mrbrett on May 5, 2004 7:16:05 GMT -5
the diamond wheels will still have the same grit but last alot longer. You will find out after making quite a few cabs that the silicone carbide wheels will start to wear in the middle. It is best to get a wheel dresser to keep them flat. Also black sil. carbide wheels are a little cheaper but don't last as long as the green.
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