FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 1/2 HP, 3400 RPM, 3 Amp | Grinders + Stands

Wheel Diameter (in.)	6
Amps	3
Speed (RPM)	3,400
HP	1/2
Spindle Thread Size	1/2
Variable Speed	No
Case Included	No

Customer Product Reviews

Overall Rating

3.4 / 5

11 of 16 would recommend this product to a friend.

Product Reviews

Overall Rating:

3 / 5

Slow Starter, October 19, 2009
By CousinBrucie from Long Island New York

"This Grinder /Sander works well enough but starts slowly due to the sanding belt mechanism. Sometimes it needs a little push on the belt to help it get started. I would think that would put stress on the motor."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Home Handyman

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4 / 5

Does the job, July 21, 2009
By Uconn411 from Hartford,CT

"For the price, it is a good combination. The sander portion does get stuck easily, but one you learn to adjust the tension, it isn't bad. Great for sharpening and sanding w/o the need for an additional item on the workbench."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Home Handyman

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3 / 5

You get what you pay for..., March 23, 2009
By TheBigE from Norfolk, VA

"Combination belt sander and 6 inch grinder? Cool idea!

Pros: Cheap, powerful, versatile, seems like it will last a lifetime.

Cons: Setup instructions far from intuitive, Sanding belt needs some adjustment to get it running right, but after adjustments its bulletproof, doesnt like to start in the cold, needs to get up to speed before and torque builds up, sanding belt causes a bit of vibration. Belts are not a standard size

Overall: its a space saver, but if you have the space and $$ for a dual wheel grinder and a belt/disc sander, go with the two separates."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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4 / 5

Good value with some adjustments, February 9, 2009
By projectdan from Indiana

"From reading the other reviewer comments as of today, you either hate it or love it: Either it gets a 4 or 5, or a 1. There's no 2 or 3 stars. I can see why people don't like it - the manufacturing is less than perfect and the belt sander will probably need your attention to get it right (and the instructions don't really tell you how).

Note that if the belt isn't lined up properly and it's rubbing on the side, the motor will have a hard time starting. I don't think these motors are made to have a lot of torque at the low RPM's. What you may need to do if it doesn't start is first loosen the spring (the larger hex nut on bottom of the spring, note the small one underneath the larger hex nut holds the bolt w/ spring in place - there's no need to loosen this one). And then adjust the phillips screw which adjusts the angle of the top wheel.

You could also take the right side of sanding unit off, (uses metric fasteners), learn how it works, straighten any parts that don't look to be true, and put it back together / adjust it / loosen the spring. I had to do this first hand because I didn't know how to adjust the tension and angle, and the instruction manual I received didn't tell me how - it just gave a diagram of all the parts.

Note, that if you want a true 90 deg sanding, you'll probably want to create your own sanding base, maybe out of wood. The included base is flimsy and doesn't attach very securely, there's just one small bolt on the left side of the sanding belt - of course that's not going to work real well.

I recommend this product to the DIY's who wants a multi-purpose tool for a reasonable price."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Home Handyman

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1 / 5

With a few parts it does work, August 18, 2008
By justron from So Cal, S.C.

"The belt is adjusted, with a tension nut on the side if the vertical assy does ot bend. I use a few L brackets , some ready rod, turn buckel to keep it stable.
This keeps the belt centered to the drive and idle spool. China engeering at its min. cost effective."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

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4 / 5

Grinder sander, August 11, 2008
By Dkcflyer from Chicago, IL

"Got to line up the sanding belt properly but unit is great for the home handymen or even for the professional if grinding and sanding is an occasional need. I use it at home and find it to be great for my needs."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

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1 / 5

Grinder, April 14, 2008
By balernbud from Wi

"Poor quality had to return first one , did not have enough power to run the sander belt 2nd one works but unsure for how long. Purchase a better quality one if you want it to last."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

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5 / 5

Bench Grinder, January 21, 2008
By MJK1 from NJ

"For the money, one of the handiest bench tools to hacve if you do any small metal fabrication. Mine has taken a fair bit of abuse, and not missed a beat."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Home Handyman

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5 / 5

Tough little grinder, January 21, 2008
By MCHorseshoeing from Enfield, Connecticut

"I have had this grinder in the back of my shoeing rig for two plus years now. It has been exposed to all maner of weather extremes, went through a truck wreck and was thrown all over the place, it still works like a dream, better than some of my bigger grinders in my shop. I have been very pleased with it's performance. With a good grit sanding belt, it eats right through metal."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

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1 / 5

Disappointment, January 21, 2008
By GarageDweller from Conowingo, MD

"This product was a disappointment as soon as the box was opened. I received pre-stripped screws and a adjustment knob that was not willing to work for anyone. Still unable to get the sander to work for more than one job at a time before the belt locks up, won't stay in line. The cheap metal guides are more of a hindrance then useful. Little more agitating is that Northern doesn't sell replacement belts for this product even if you do get it working. I would not recommend this to you."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

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