Landis Universal Cylindrical Grinder (3U4D5D-17 ) Grindstone
Background and Identification
Grinding machines, commonly referred to as grinders, are power tools that are designed to grind down a given material. Grinders remove material from the work surface through abrasion, achieved by employing a powerful, fast-spinning grinder wheel. Applications for grinders include finishing pieces of metal to decrease the roughness of the surface or bring the piece within the appropriate tolerance range.
There are various types of grinders, differing in the configuration of the grinding wheel and how the device operates. Different types of grinders include angle grinders, belt grinders, bench grinders, cylindrical grinders, surface grinders, tool and cutter grinders, jig grinders, gear grinders, centre grinders, and die grinders. Some grinders are designed to move across the part, and others are designed for the part to move across them.
Angle grinders are a common type of grinder. They are handheld, resulting in added convenience and the ability to fit within tight spaces. Angle grinders include a grinding wheel at the end of a small base handle. Angle grinders commonly include power cords, although some are cordless. Other types of grinders are larger in size and designed to sit on a table or workshop surface. Although grinders vary in appearance, they all include a power source and a fast-spinning grinder wheel.
