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84Engineering 2x48" Shop Mate Grinder

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  • 84Engineering 2x48" Shop Mate Grinder
  • Showing the grinder with optional abrasive belt for how it will look in use, with the included standard tool rest.
  • showing urethane rubber wheels you can grind on, as well as superior belt grip
  • Showing the VFD protected against dust in solid steel cupboard, with Forward/Reverse, On/Off as well as variable speed dial.
  • Showing how versatile the grinder is, turning the top wheel forward allows grinding on the wheel for hollow-ground rather than on the flat platen.
  • OPTIONAL: Showing optional bench top stand (at extra cost)
  • OPTIONAL: Showing optional high-adjustable floor stand / pedestal stand (at extra cost). Grinder in the photo is 2x72", the optional floor stand fits both the 2x48" and the 2x72" grinder models.
  • 84Engineering 2x48" Shop Mate Grinder
  • Showing the grinder with optional abrasive belt for how it will look in use, with the included standard tool rest.
  • showing urethane rubber wheels you can grind on, as well as superior belt grip
  • Showing the VFD protected against dust in solid steel cupboard, with Forward/Reverse, On/Off as well as variable speed dial.
  • Showing how versatile the grinder is, turning the top wheel forward allows grinding on the wheel for hollow-ground rather than on the flat platen.
  • OPTIONAL: Showing optional bench top stand (at extra cost)
  • OPTIONAL: Showing optional high-adjustable floor stand / pedestal stand (at extra cost). Grinder in the photo is 2x72", the optional floor stand fits both the 2x48" and the 2x72" grinder models.
$1,309.76

Description

Shop Mate 2 x 48" Belt Grinder

*Some assembly required*

** this is the grinder we use at Nordic Edge for our workshops, it is a great grinder **

The Shop Mate 48” is the most compact grinder in the 84 Engineering line-up, but don’t let it’s size fool you!

Using a shorter belt of 2x48" (50 x 1220 mm) and a smaller, lighter footprint than a full-sized 2x72" grinder, there is nothing stopping this from being the only grinder you need.

Belts in 2x72" are better bang for buck than the 2x48" simply by being longer, but shorter belts are usually cheaper so it will be cheaper to get a nice selection of belts going.

Equipped with an industrial 1.1kw 3 phase motor (1.5 hp), variable speed controller, capability to run from 1/4" up to a 10” contact wheel as well as being fully compatible with our entire range of accessories – the Shop Mate offers the versatility of the larger 72” grinders on the market - without the footprint. The grinder runs on a standard Australian 240V 10A circuit.

POWER

The Shop Mate grinder will plug into any standard 240v power socket. The included Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) converts power to a 3-phase signal, driving the 1.1kw motor. This setup allows you to dial in the belt speed anywhere from 0 – 4800 fpm and provides maximum motor torque even at low RPM. The VFD will automatically ramp up power when under load to maintain belt speed.

ROTATING PLATEN

The Shop Mate is equipped with a multi-function rotating platen – giving you the option of a 150mm platen, 2” contact wheel, 3” contact wheel and slack belt out of the box. Changing between these configurations is as simple as loosening the locking handle and spinning the platen – you don’t even have to remove the belt!

URETHANE WHEELS

All wheels on the Shop Mate grinder are precision CNC machined from 6061 billet aluminium and coated in our newly formulated abrasion-resistant Urethane rubber. Not only does this provide excellent drive wheel traction (the belt will never slip, regardless of how much pressure you apply), but makes for quieter operation and a superior grinding experience. The rubberised wheels even out belt discrepancies meaning you will not experience any ‘jitter’ or ‘bounce’ through the contact wheels – even when using coarse-grit belts.

STABLE TRACKING

The Shop Mate’s flat-plane tracking mechanism offers increased tracking stability and ease of adjustment over many other options available on the market. The tracking is set-and-forget - just dial in tracking with the twist of a knob and it will remain true even under heavy belt load. The flat-plane tracking also allows for minimal crown/curvature of the tracking wheel meaning your j-flex and other lighter belts won't deform over time.

IN THE BOX

The boxes contiain is a fully powder-coated Dust proof VFD wired to a 1.1kw 3 phase motor (1.5 hp), the second box has a fully powder coated grinder frame with, the drive wheel a fixed work rest, a tooling arm and a rotating platen – everything you need to complete most workshop fabrication tasks, wood / metal-working projects and knife shaping, sharpening and stock removal work. If you need your grinder for specific applications or simply require more versatility, a large range of compatible attachments, work rests and contact wheels are available. The grinder comes in 2 boxes.

Box 1 contains the motor wireed to the VFD, Box 2 contains the frame, drive wheel, tracking wheel, platen and fixed work rest.

Shop Mate 2x48" Grinder Instruction Manual PDF Download: LINK

Optional: The grinder can be screwed or clamped to a workbench, or optionally add a stand - enabling the grinder to also tilt sideways for horisontal grinding.

 

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3 Reviews

  • 5
    84 enginning belt grinder

    Posted by Stephen Osborn on 18th Jun 2024

    Excellent
    Have made a steel work bench and stark collector

  • 5
    84 Engineering 2x48 inch grinder

    Posted by Cameron Scheuber on 27th Aug 2023

    Awesome bit of kit,I went from a1x30 to this and it’s just made it so much easier to grind and bevel.High quality Australian built and nothing to assemble. There is heaps of power from the motor and so far it hasn’t even looked like bogging down. Service when buying from Nordic Edge was great and I had the grinder 5 days from placing my order.
    and nothing to assemble

  • 5
    Does everything I need

    Posted by Nick on 30th Apr 2023

    I was using a 1x30 grinder that cost about $200. Going to the 2x48 is infinitely better and makes everything easier. No more tracking problems or difficulty getting the platen square, just set it up and start grinding like a pro. My advice for noobs like myself would be to get the adjustable angle rest as well, although small it makes consistent bevel angles really easy. Now to work on getting those shoulder lines to match.

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