The right stained glass grinder for you
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Running a stained glass supplies studio, I get a lot of questions about
which grinder is right for my customer. I know its a larger purchase
for most of the people I work with, I prefer to really get to know what
their needs are so I can determine the best choice of product for them.
There are a lot of options on the market, so it could be a difficult
decision.
A stained glass grinder is used by an artist to shaped stained glass as
soon as its been cut into a rough shape using a glass cutter. Since
your finished masterpiece is dependent on all the glass pieces fitting
snug, you will not wonder why its handy to have a tool that will make that
job a lot easier. Grinders use a diamond coated bit to grind away all
the extra stained glass and prepare the edges for the copper foil. The
grinder ensures smooth edges leading to a better overall finished
product. Typically, you will get 2 grinding heads along with your purchase
of a grinder. One is always used for the bigger jobs and the other is
used for the really fine detailed work.
While its easier to just put off buying a stained glass grinder, I
think you'll quickly find that its money well spent. Its a product that
every hobbyist or professional will have to invest in at some point. It is
a good investment when you figure in how much time you can save. When
picking out a grinder, you have to consider how much you want to spent
and what frequency you plan on using it. I think its wise to buy a
grinder than that you'll want to use for years to come. Its a costly initial
investment, but you want to buy a grinder that will last you. You want
to make sure that the grinder can withstand the amount of work you will
be doing over the years.
When you purchase a grinder there are a few factors you want to
consider. The price is always a factor and also the expected use of the
grinder on an annual basis. RPM's measure how fast the bit turns and torque
measures how strong the resistance to stained glass. The number of
times you use the grinder per year will determine what grinder is your best
fit. If you are planning on only using it a few times a year then a
great option is the Wiz CG by Inland. for the slightly more seasoned
hobbyist then I would recommend The Wizard IV. And for only the most serious
stained glass enthusiasts, the G8 All Star by Glastar is a fantastic
choice. Its reliable and is the top choice by professionals.
Hopefully a few of these pointers will help you buy the best grinder
for your needs.
About the Author
Dave Roth has been practicing stained glass art for over 25 years and runs a stained glass studio and supplies shop in Illinois. His site at http://www.scstainedglass.com, features stained glass grinders,stained glass supplies, and grinders.
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