Machines- The symbol of modern civilization!
Any work that we do today is machine dependent. There was an era in which all these work where hand held. Machines are used as they are faster than humans, productivity and accuracy is high and the best part is that they never get tired. They can continuously work round the clock and throughout the year. This is the main reason why we depend on machines to do our work and they do it in a smart way.
Angle Grinder:
This is a hand held machine that is used to polish, cut, grind or sand any metal. They work by spinning a disc in high speed that can cut or grind any metal or wood. They differ in their disc sizes. Depending on the job, you can choose the disc size. The famous brands like Bosch, DeWalt, Mkita etc manufacture these grinders and are available in the market in different sizes.
Always buy a angle grinder that has a powerful motor as the motor effects the function of the tool. The weight and size of the tools should be comfortable for you to use. Always opt for the paddle switch as it is ideal for the grinder. It gives you a firm grip on the tool before you fire it up.
Common Uses of an Angle Grinder:
- It can give shape to an object or any metal
- It can be used to sharpen blades, knives, and other kitchen and garden tools.
- It is used to cut steel sheets, rusted nuts and screws etc
- It is used to cut tiles, marbles, granites, blocks, bricks etc
- It is used for metal cleaning, concrete cutting, and restoring metal edges
- It is used to cut and polish wood
The disc that is the essential part of the angle grinder is available in different shapes and sizes.
- Cutting and grinding disc: this is used for grinding metals. Always check whether they are for wet cut or dry cut.
- Flap Disc: They are used for surface conditioning, finishing and polishing of any metal or wood.
- Stone Grinding Disc: They are used for grinding stone, marble etc. They are also used for removing rapid stock from all natural stones.
- Tungsten Carbide grinding disc: They are used in fiber glass, rough concrete areas, etc. They are also used for removing rust.
Certain safety measures have to be followed while using these tools. Safety gears and jackets should be worn at all times. Always fix the disc safely in the grinders as it should not be loose. As each disc has specific purpose, always use the right disc for specific jobs. You can buy an angle grinder from all famous online vendors. The price varies from 2000-10000 INR.