Description of Enhance Grinding Efficiency with Astro T210 4 Inch Medium Grinder
Positive grip - 1/4-inch capacity collet chuck. Compact and lightweight. Lever throttle for feathering control. Rear exhaust air flow system directs air away from work surface. Free Speed: 22,000rpm.
I use it to sharpen the cutting blade of a self-propelled mower because it is very difficult to lift the tractor to unscrew the blade. This makes it easy to keep the blade sharp. Not long enough to speak of durability but looks like a quality product.
I bought one of these for our factory a few months ago to replace the electric version. I received an inquiry and ordered 2 days ago. Less powerful than the electric version but being a full steel company I'd say it can handle most needs.
I have 3 t210s in my tool box and also a 1hp dotco. a smaller Astro (wouldn't recommend) and some 90s and an Ingersoll Rand pencil sharpener. I also love the dotco pencil sharpener. I use this grinder all the time. It's nowhere near as good as dotko ($500 vs. $35) but a great value. Be sure to run the T-Series in both 90° and straight angles. I wish they had the T series in the smaller Astro chopper. I've been using them for 6 months and I don't find them too loud, powerful and expensive. I use