Below is a list of materials that DuraGRIT tools can be used on: - Wood - Hard or soft - ABS - Acrylics - Brass - Brick - Carbon fibre - Ceramics - Copper - Fibreglass - Kevlar - Laminates - Lexan...
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We do not recommend using DuraGRIT® tools on metal. Yes you can use them, but they can wear faster than on non-metallic materials. DuraGRIT® generally doesn’t recommend using the carbide tools on...
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The already amazing working life of DuraGRIT carbide tools, can be further extended by regular care and cleaning. Download our Cleaning Tips as a printable PDF - Click Here Following are some...
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Run at optimum speed for material being cut (see below) and use light pressure. This will reduce clogging. Materials that are sticky (paint, urethane, epoxy glues etc.), will clog any abrasives. ...
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If you think the carbide grit has come off your DuraGRIT tool, it is mostly likely buried under carbon or debris clogs, leaving a smooth shiny surface. Cleaning the tool will make the carbide grit...
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DuraGRIT® rotary tools are rated to run up to the following speeds: High Speed Rotary Carbide Cutting Wheels & Carving Burrs (Model # starts with SR- and have 1/8" diameter shaft) Run up to 35,000...
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No. DO NOT attach DuraGRIT® rotary wheels or screw tip burrs to other mandrels. DuraGRIT® mandrels are extra strength . Attach DuraGRIT® tools only to the mandrels they are supplied with.
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DuraGRIT Rotary tools with black mandrels, should be inserted into the drill chuck or collet, up to the shoulder of the shaft. Non-black, one piece shafted rotary tools should be inserted at...
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Before dismantling my DuraGRIT cutting wheel, I noticed that the red washer was positioned between the back of the wheel and the shoulder/flange of the mandrel. Is that correct? Yes, position the...
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Any DuraGRIT® wheel or rotary tool that has a black mandrel, must NOT be run in reverse. If you have a reversible drill, such as a Foredom®, make sure it is set to run in forward direction...
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DuraGRIT® Tools are coated with carbide grains that equate to the US Mesh system of measurement. Therefore a 60 grit DuraGRIT® tool is equivalent in grade to a 60 grit sandpaper product. ...
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When using DuraGRIT® Tools, always wear eye protection and a respirator mask. (Cutting, sanding and grinding tools create dust.) Never run DuraGRIT® tools with black mandrels, in reverse....
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To avoid bending your DuraGRIT 5" Carbide Sanding Disc when removing it from your sander, follow these two easy steps: Slide a wide blade spatula or putty knife between the black hook and white...
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Why do you need to upgrade my Random Orbital Sander to a heavy duty hook & loop system? The hook on most sanders sold today, is lightweight and not designed to hold a carbide sanding disc. ...
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Unlike disposable sandpaper discs which can wear out quickly, the DuraGRIT carbide 5" sanding disc has a long working life that can last hundreds of times longer than sandpaper! Due to the sanding...
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HT-FS9 Flat Sanders: These Flat Sanders are 1/16" thick steel and are rigid. * The edges also have carbide grains, enabling the sander to 'saw-out' power socket and light switch apertures in...
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Two DuraGRIT carbide hand files: HT-RF4 (round) and HT-SF4 (square) or Two DuraGRIT carbide rotary tools that 'shape' clay backed, ceramic 'WALL': SR-MSW-046 and the SR-HT2-046. These tools can...
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DuraGRIT recommends the Dremel® MultiMax MM1500 and MM1501 blade for sanded grout removal between (floor) tiles. The MM1501 (1/16" width) and MM 1500 (1/8" width), require the Dremel® MultiMax...
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DuraGRIT SR-GW4 Non-Sanded Grout Removal Wheel TIPS: As noted on the DuraGRIT website and in the demo movie, DuraGRIT recommends running the GW4 grout removal wheel in a right angle drive (e.g....
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DuraGRIT carbide sanding discs and sanders are exactly the US standard Mesh size for each grit grade, the same way ordinary sanding products are. The difference is as follows: As soon as you...
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To assist you with your selection of the appropriate carbide sanding product, note some sample uses based on grit grades: 46 grit: (DB DuraDISC / LR Large Rotary Burrs / SR Small Rotary Burrs...
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Long Life: “…sanded 10,000 linear feet x 5" of spruce with 60 grit disc and it still works like new!” Heavy Duty: Very strong steel backed disc won’t tear or wear the same as ordinary sandpaper...
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Thank you for for your interest in the 5" DuraDisc carbide sanding disc. (DB-DS5) To assist you with your selection of the appropriate 5" sanding disc, please note the intended uses based on grit...
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There is no immediate plan to introduce a 6" sanding disc. However, a customer who also had a 6" ROS, recently told us that they purchased a cheap 5" random orbital sander at a garage sale and...
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DuraGRIT carbide products are graded by the US Standard Mesh size for each grit grain size, the same way ordinary sanding products are. The difference is as follows: Carbide grains are sharper...
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Yes, go to https://duragrit.com/Heavy-Duty-Replacement-Loop-Pads-for-DuraDisc-2-Pack.html The replacement heavy duty loop pads are $8.98 for the 2 pack. Here’s a helpful tutorial on how to replace...
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Thank you for your interest in DuraGRIT tools! Here are instructions on how to place an order on the DuraGRIT website. 1. Please visit the main DuraGRIT e-commerce website (open in a new browser...
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DuraGRIT is happy to offer worldwide shipping using USPS! Shipping within the USA is free! If you are outside of the USA, we offer worldwide shipping quotes using USPS’ shipping calculator. You...
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DuraGRIT discontinued carbide discs in grit grades finer than 80 grit because of lack of demand. Our carbide sanding discs excel at rough sanding and leveling. They hold their grade from beginning...
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DuraGRIT does not recommend the use of the DuraDISC 5" carbide sanding disc (DB-DS5) on angle grinders. The max tested speed of the 5" carbide disc is 1750 rpm. That is for use on Random...
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