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We have compared the die grinder with the angle grinder. We have given you some of the key features of each of these hand tools and also some of their uses. Primarily, you can see that the die grinder is a smaller tool with less overall power and is made to be used on smaller more intricate projects. In contrast, the angle grinder is a somewhat larger tool, with more power and is commonly used on larger grinding and polishing projects. Don’t forget, however, that it can also be used to cut and sand too. Dan Miller is a professional toolmaker with extensive experience in the metalworking and tooling industry.

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Machines shops use die grinders regularly to smooth out die cuts. Household uses range from cutting or notching small wood projects or crafts, to removing rust from car parts or tools. The uses are as many as the ideas that you come up with. Just find the right attachment and you will be able to correct just about any problem that you encounter. When to Use a Die Grinder Die grinders are a very useful tool. They can be used on a variety of projects, both for the professional and the DIY’er. The die grinder is smaller and more manageable than the angle grinder and can in many cases be used with one hand. It is lightweight and easy to maneuver. The small bits allow the user to get into tight spots that would not otherwise be possible with just your fingers. With the right discs, your angle grinder can not only handle metal but can even grind or polish concrete. Instead of wire bristles, a paint stripper wheel features poly-fiber material. It removes paint with efficiency, but should not scratch or scuff the underlying surface. You also can use it to remove epoxy or other residues. 7. Polishing Pads A wire wheel is not your only option to remove paint. An alternative wheel to consider is a paint stripping disc.

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A couple of times now, we have mentioned grinding or cutting wood using an angle grinder. But as you already know, quite a few types of discs are only suitable for harder materials. If you attempt to use them to cut or carve wood, you might end up damaging your project. For example, if you need to cut masonry, there is a diamond blade. For metal, there are metal cutoff discs. For cleaning rust off of metal there is a wire cup brush. If you have an issue, there is a disc to help with the problem. Remember too, that the angle grinder has a much more powerful drive motor than the die grinder, so it can take on larger-scale projects and more involved ones. When to Use an Angle Grinder More information? You can speak with one of our representatives free in the U.K. Monday-Friday between 8.30 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on 0800 027 1928 or +44 (0) 1945 585500. Large and small versions of these discs are available to suit the size of your angle grinder. For general purposes, consider a larger disc. For detailed work, consider a smaller disc. 1. Grinding Discs The photographs below show a properly mounted and guarded cut-off wheel compared toa die grinder. Figure 1. Correctly guarded and mounted cut-off wheel on a cut-off grinderAlong with hard abrasive materials, these wheels are made of sturdy materials through and through like durable fiberglass. Such materials not only preserve the life of the wheel but also help it push through concrete. Besides grinding concrete with these types of discs, you can also use them to grind granite, stone, marble, masonry, and similar materials. Worried about a flap disc overheating? You can try a ceramic sanding disc as an alternative. 5. Wire Wheels To determine the appropriate tool to use for your specific project, take a look first at the material and size of the project. Consider the length of time it may take you to complete your task using a smaller tool or if it is possible to use the larger angle grinder. If you need to get into smaller, tighter spaces it is presumed that the die grinder will be most effective. If your task involves a larger area, then the angle grinder is your choice.