May be a stupid question, but can this grinder get wet (i.e. used as a wet polisher)?Thanks for your answers in advance!
1193795
Used it on granite and had a small stream of water running and it done ok. Don't think you could get it real wet
1193796
It isn't stupid at all. The grinder can't get wet but you can use it as a wet polisher on granite. I use this for small jobs with a spray bottle. Be careful and smart.
1193797
Hello, I spoke to my tech, and unfortunately these grinders cannot get wet, or be used as a wet polisher. I hope this helps.
2024814
Not recommend for this use. If you use water it really messes with the variable speed. Makita makes a nice electric polisher.
1439518
It works fine in my relatively cheap hand grinder. It grinds clean. I have some oily Celtic Gray salt that clogs, but this never has.
996366
You can use a regular (3 1/2 -4 inchgrinders for polishing,however I suggest a variable speed, polishing concrete I would start with 80 grit and progressively work up to 800. At the very least use a Makita or Bosch angle grinder the cheaper ones are not double insulated(bad for wet use) VERY noisy and they don't run smoothly.....if you want to spend the money the best grinder to use for polishing is a matabo variable speed,also flex makes a good hi end grinder.....use a sponge to wet surface keep it wet and have at it.
931703
I don't think it would be a problem. I used it to grind concrete which it did with ease. Suggest that you keep the surface that you are grinding wet to help control the dust.
1208784
You can set the grinder to grind pretty course but there are mixed reviews about the quality of the grind on course setting. It would work but may have a grind that is not as uniformed as other grinders.
748881
It will certainly be able to grind down the material. The metal disk is especially aggressive and can quickly eat through concrete. The polishing pads aren't nearly as aggressive, there's quite a performance gap in-between the metal grinding cup and the coarsest pad (though that's not a problem for regular use, I'm just saying your options might be limited for what you're doing). As another person said however, this is a messy process. Even when you make good use of the leather velcro strap and a wet/dry vacuum to help contain the water, it gets everywhere.
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Yes and no. The Makita grinder will accept some diamond grinding and polishing heads; but, most diamond tools require water to keep them from 'glazing'. The Makita is a dry grinder meaning that it doesn't use water to lubricate the grinding head. A dry grinder would also make a lot of stone dust (a health hazard). The Metabo PWE 11-100 uses water to lubricate the cutting. It's also variable speed but costs $100 more. You can definitely grind and polish granite. It will take a long time and the surface won't be as flat as the original.
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I agree it is very wet! My solution was to take it out of the plastic bag it was shipped in and spread it thinly over paper towels. I changed the paper towels each day for about 3 days. I then stored it in an airtight container. It works perfectly in my grinder now. Until the moisture dries from the salt, about the only way to apply it is by hand. Honestly I love this salt! It has an awesome flavor. I hope this helps.
481848
It's been grinding really well for me...very even. I have seen very few coarse bits and that's usually only when I don't do it long enough. Overall, still very pleased with this grinder. Hope this helps!
359102
Sure, I would definitely wash it...the vase part is pretty large so you can dry it with a towel. Ad far as the grinder, it should air dry pretty quickly, but just be patient so that the moisture doesn't hinder its performance :)
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When I bought the kit, it came with a hook attachment that goes on the grinder, these simply velcro to that. If you don't have one I believe you can find one at the local hardware stores... Important note: I purchased the Secco wed grinder and kit, these are wet polish pads I would not use them on a standard grinder with water, and using them dry won't produce the same results. The Secco has a GFCI build into the power cord, and water attachment (needs modification to really work well though, easy fix by buying a much longer hose attachment (poly tube) at home depot).
690692
I'm actually not sure about that one... The grinder is "stone" so water SHOULD be fine... But I don't know. I've washed out the receptacle part but haven't felt the need to clean the grinder yet.
820781
Not sure. My grinder just got clogged last week for the first time, but I think it was because of moist beans while on espresso mode. We keep our beans frozen, and I think the beans got damp from condensation. I tossed the beans and I've had no trouble since.
1130292
I have the grinder and the salt does clump in the humid weather. It still grinds okay though.
940757
Yeh Bruce I was super anal about not "cross contaminating" my grind but I have not had an issue yet. Only issue I had was when I first bought this grinder I tasted a metallic after taste in my coffee. I was ready to return it but gave it a couple weeks and I'm glad I did. I think the burrs just needed to be seasoned. Which goes back to the question "SHOULD I clean my grinder, not WHEN.
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A friend sprayed water while i grinded. Only used them on granite. Neither one of us thought that using then dry would be a good idea. They work great. We used every step/number from low to high to polish. They were used to polish sides of granite tile. Hope that helps u. Erik