If you're planning on starting your own machine shop or metalworking business, bench grinders will prove vital tools for your company. Bench grinders use abrasive wheels or wire brushes to sharpen metal cutting tools, grind down metal for welding or to clean or buff finished metal parts. Whatever your needs, you can find the right bench grinders to tackle any metal jobs you undertake.

You can select bench grinders based on abrasive wheel size, horsepower, variable speed and RPMs (revolutions per minute). Other features such as attached lights and shields, in addition to other accessories, are also available. When gathering bench grinders information, consider the following:

1. Look for bench grinders made by the top tool manufacturers to ensure high quality and maximize performance.

2. Choose between light or heavy-duty bench grinders, or buy both to prepare for any job.

3. Shop for top brand factory-reconditioned bench grinders to boost your bottom line.

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Buy bench grinders from names you can trust

When it comes to power tools, some names stand out above others for reliability, familiarity and performance. Stick with a bench grinders provider who carry names such as Delta Porter Cable, DeWalt and Black & Decker. These top-notch companies manufacture bench grinders you can rely on, no matter what size or speed you're looking for.

I recommend: ToolBarn.com features top sellers, including popular Delta and DeWalt variable speed bench grinders, that are sure to meet the needs of any metal or machine shop. Big D Bolt and Tool sells a heavy-duty Black & Decker bench grinder with attached light and rubber mounts to lessen vibration.

Select bench grinders best suited to your particular workload

Bench grinders are not one-size-fits-all machines. You can choose one-third to one HP (horsepower) models, slow-speed or variable speed tools or smaller six-inch or larger, heavy-duty eight-inch grinders, depending on your needs. Wheel sizes and accessories, such as lights and shields, also vary depending on the type of bench grinder you are considering.

I recommend: You'll find a long bench grinders list at NexTag, where you can choose from virtually any manufacturer name, size and speed to tackle your metal-grinding jobs. ToolKing.com offers a long list of bench grinders and supplies perfect for almost any machine shop, no matter how large or small.

Save money with factory-reconditioned bench grinders

Tools are an important and pricey investment. Buying used or reconditioned tools is becoming more popular as many business owners try to boost their bottom line. Luckily, you can find bench grinders that have been factory-reconditioned for far less than you'd pay for new machines.

I recommend: Find factory reconditioned bench grinders among a large inventory of new tools at AllRolShop.com. You can find reconditioned industrial and woodworking bench grinders by Delta at ServiceMagic Pros.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Always wear safety goggles or glasses when operating bench grinders. You can find these goggles at any home improvement retail center.
• •  Get grinding wheels, sanding discs, wire brushes and dressing stones as well as lights, shields and other accessories when buying bench grinders. You can purchase most of these accessories from wherever you buy bench grinders.