Can I use this grinder to polish glass? I'm a glass artist and I am looking for something to grind and polish glass sculptures, tables, etc.
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It's probably not the best, but I've used it to polish glass embedded in cement and it works it you're gentle
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I used mine on a concrete counter top only and it polished it as smooth as glass. I would not be afraid to try on glass.
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No, I would not think so. However, you can get grinders from delphi that you can grind & polish glass with. Good luck!
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The grinder should work. It is just spinning abrasive pads, the better question is whether these diamond abrasive pads will polish glass. That I am not sure about. I have polished glass pieces that were used to make concrete countertops with these pads though. Grinding only glass may react differently.
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I have no experience with working with rocks or garden stones, so my answer is based on what I know about the Dremel Stylus. This tool is certainly very amendable to a variety of craft projects, and I use it for polishing Premo or Sculpley clay. I have found during long bouts of sanding, smoothing and polishing, the Stylus overheats, and shuts off automatically to prevent the motor from burning out. So, if that's happening in my small scale usage, I think it will happen even more often for you and leave you feeling frustrated. If the return policy on the purchase allows you to return within 30 - 90 days and you're willing to give it a whirl, then buy it. It is very lightweight, affordable and versatile. I love mine and love finding new uses for it every day. I hope my response helps you. P.S. Contact Dremel's Customer Service and see what they have to say! Good luck to you!
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Yes, I'm pretty sure you could, if purchase the right grinder adapter made for it. However, keep in mind, this high speed buffer and are intended for buffing purpose only. My recommendation is to buy the right machine that is made for grinding, plus machine is not a heavy duty which made for heavy grinding and you probably will be disappointed if use this machine for others than buffing.
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I've used my dremel to drill into glass so with the correct tip I think you could smooth the edges. I would try a polishing tip.
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You would realy have to look atthe grinder model you have, does it have a switch for different speeds? Does the model label state the RPMs if it is fixed? If so is the speed(RPM's) higher than the ratings of the polishing disks?
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Qualified yes ! you need tools to grind , sand , and then polish. Small pieces . The set of polishes are small !
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I would answer yes, but there are better ways. Because of the length of the blade you would have to use one wheel on the grinder at a time. Because of deep nicks on the blade from rocks or what ever, you may wear the grit off the wheel quite a bit. A ribbon sander with 60 or 80 grit would be better. Or even a metal file. That being said, I could do it, and do it well.
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I use it in 1 to 4 mixture with distilled water on a felt pad and polish glass pendants to a high clear polish. It is not consistent particle size and l don't think this is the best for precision optical polishing.
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You can, but I'm not exactly sure how to do it. I have polished some rough beach glass using fine sand. (But then I have to state it is not genuine beach glass-purists don't approve of putting it on the tumbler. http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/761052/ try this gentleman's siggestions -
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I am not sure, I am a jeweler and used thid for polishing wampum (quahog shells / hard clam shells) and it worked wonderfully for that purpose. Sorry, I am probably not much help.
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I use this grinder for espresso drinks and have never tried grinding much more coarsely. I would recommend contacting the manufacturer. They have great customer service and can advise you fairly quickly after sending them a message.
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Hi Judy It will be better to use designated glass cutters I use Montolit it is an Italian cutter you get a cleaner cut and less grinding as a result. These tile cutters which are great for ceramics will crush the glass rather than cut.
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This (Kuhn Rikon Vase Grinder) may be designed as a garnisher, rather than a bulk grinder. For me it works fine (all other hand grinders take as much time, in my experience). Good luck!
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I wouldn't use a 5000 rpm die grinder for polishing, really think about what your asking?
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I doubt it. This product was made to polish plastic, not glass. Go to a professional.
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I purchased this to engrave glass, but I dont see any reason why you could not use it on copper, you would have to have the correct tip, they can be purchaced at any craft store.
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no you cant polish rocks, this kit is primarily suited for metals and some plastics, for rocks you need lapidary equipment made to polish rocks and jem stones. there are various methods to this so search around.