Tormek T4 Grinding Machine, 120 W

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The T-4 is ideal for sharpening cabinetmaking hand tools, knives, scissors and woodcarving and turning tools. It comes supplied with two useful accessories, the first of which is the SP-650 Stone Grader which can be used to keep the stone cutting efficiently as well as changing the surface from a (220g) coarse cut to (1,000g) fine. The equivalent of 2,500-3,000g can be achieved on the leather wheel. The second is the AngleMaster, an adjustable device used to set the correct angle for grinding plane and chisel blades. Magnets on the reverse side of the AngleMaster mean that it is easy to store it conveniently on the steel machine plate.Also supplied is the unique Tormek Handbook, where all the information that is required to shape, sharpen and hone your tools to perfection can be found. The T-4 uses a powerful, industrial AC motor and the shaft supporting the wheels is made from corrosion resistant stainless steel. It also includes the Tormek Handbook and DVD together with Tormek’s 7 year warranty I can accept that for a few particular operations the T7 may have an advantage over the T4. The example which comes to mind is large mortising and framing chisels. These can certainly be handled by the T4, but, given the choice, I would consider the T7 better suited. The T-4 model is the latest incarnation in a long line of Tormek water-cooled grinding systems. In common with its larger siblings, the T-7 and T-8, it is ideal for sharpening cabinetmaking hand tools, knives, scissors and woodcarving and turning tools. It comes supplied with two useful accessories, the first of which is the SP-650 Stone Grader that can be used to keep the stone cutting efficiently as well as changing the surface from a (220g) coarse cut to (1,000g) fine. The equivalent of 2,500-3,000g can be achieved on the leather wheel. The second is the AngleMaster, an adjustable device used to set the correct angle for grinding plane and chisel blades. Magnets on the reverse side of the AngleMaster mean that it is easy to store it conveniently on the steel machine plate. Woodcarving Carving Sets Full Size Carving Tools Sculpture Tools Palm Carving Tools Carving Knives Carving Accessories Power Carving Tools Burrs & Accessories New Tormek users should be aware that a freshly trued grindstone will not perform properly when doing something like sharpening a knife with the grindstone prepared fine. The grindstone is too coarse at this point and the stone grader cannot prepare it to the fine 1000 grit state. I keep at least a couple of old dull chisels on hand for this occasion. The freshly trued grindstone will aggressively grind away at those chisels and get it ready so that the stone grader can be used to prepare it to the fine 1000 grit state.The Tormek HTK-806 contains the following Tormek jigs: SVM-45 Short Knife Jig, SVM-140 Long Thin Knife Jig, SVX-150 Scissor Jig, SVS-38 Short Tool Jig, SVA-170 Axe Grinding Kit and SVM-00 Small Knife Holder. Tormek T-4 takes precision and stability to a completely new level. Vital functions like the motor and the main shaft are mounted in the zinc cast top, which also includes integrated sleeves for the Universal Support. This advanced design ensures an unbeatable precision for the Universal Support, which control all jigs and accessories.

Tormekfrom Sweden has world wide reputation for the quality of its sharpening/grinding machines and accessories. Woodturning Turning Sets Bowl Gouges Spindle Gouges Scrapers Skew Chisels Parting Tools Beading Tools Sovereign Micro Tools More Woodturning The advanced design ensures an unbeatable precision for the Universal Support, which is the foundation of the Tormek sharpening system, since it controls all grinding jigs and accessories. The former mounted sleeves for the Universal Support are now integrated in this model's fully cast machine housing. This update will increase the accuracy in your sharpening.I believe Jeff Farris' comment about the awkwardness of a 7 1/2" wheel on a T7 is accurate. I do not believe me meant any implications in that statement about the commercial life of a T4 stone. Also supplied is the unique Tormek Handbook, where all the information that is required to shape, sharpen and hone your tools to perfection can be found. The T-4 uses a powerful, industrial AC motor and the shaft supporting the wheels is made from corrosion resistant stainless steel. Like the larger Tormek models, the T-4 is equipped with the Tormek Original Grindstone SG-200. It is optimised to combine efficient steel removal, smooth surface finish and a long life. With the included Stone Grade SP-650, you can alter the stone surface from 220 grit to about a 1000 grit surface, giving you two different sharpening qualities in one stone. I should note that there is much discussion on the forum about the short knife jigs made by Herman and Ionut. These are certainly useful, and should be included with every accomplished Tormek user's outfit. (I have two, one for the T7 and one for the T4.) My advice for a beginner would be to start with the Tormek short knife tool. It is easy to use. Herman will tell you, quite honestly, that his jig is easy to use, also. I agree. I also think that many things come easier when one has Herman's experience. Once you become fluent with knives, you will probably want to explore making one of Herman's jigs. It's a good jig.

The T-4 model is an incarnation within a long line of Tormek water-cooled grinding systems. In common with its larger sibling, the T-8, it is ideal for sharpening cabinetmaking hand tools, knives, scissors and woodcarving and turning tools. Like the larger machine models, the Tormek T-4 Original comes equipped with Tormek's Original Grindstone. It comes supplied with two useful accessories, the first of which is the SP-650 Stone Grader that can be used to keep the stone cutting efficiently as well as changing the surface from a (220g) coarse cut to (1,000g) fine. The equivalent of 2,500-3,000g can be achieved on the leather wheel. The second is the AngleMaster, an adjustable device used to set the correct angle for grinding plane and chisel blades. Magnets on the reverse side of the AngleMaster mean that it is easy to store it conveniently on the steel machine plate. The housing of the T4 is smaller than the T7. I would expect the 75% wear limit to remain a reasonable guide. In the case of a 250mm 8" wheel, a 75% remainder would be 150mm or 6".Supplied with the SP-650 Stone Grader, unique Tormek Handbook and DVD together with Tormek’s 7 year warranty. Tormek have been developing their machines for 50 years. This development has resulted in 13 patents and the widest product range on the market. This includes 16 unique jigs and attachments, each one specially designed to easily achieve the optimal sharpness on all kinds of edge tools. Ideally, I would learn how to use the Tormek with the SE-76 jig and some mid range bench chisels. Once that has become fluent, one may choose either path with knives. There is no dead end choice. All the product development, engineering work and production are completedin Sweden. The company is located in Lindesberg, a small town in the heart of Bergslagen, an area known for its history in mining. The production is carried out in close cooperation with selected suppliers, all specialised and the best in their fields. This ensures the highest quality and a continuous access to the best and most modern manufacturing technology.

The water trough has been further improved with a screw lift for an easier fitting. It also has a double function magnetic scraper; during sharpening the magnet collects steel particles and after sharpening the scraper will make it easy to clean the water trough. For long tools that may drip water outside the water trough (like chef’s knives and planer blades), you can easily fit the included water chute onto the edge of the water chute. One of the advantages of using the latest model truing jig and (especially) the microadjust universal support is being able to make very light truing cuts. I recall Jeff Farris (as well as the handbook) recommending more frequent, light truing cuts. As you know, you can hear, see and feel the truing diamond cutting the grinding wheel. initially the cut will be intermittent. Once the cut is continuous, that is all that is necessary. The net result after a year might be the same as one or two heavy truing sessions. The work should be more precise with more frequent lighter cuts. Chestnut Products Eclipse Magnetics Eclipse Professional Tools Gorilla Laguna UK Record Power Robert Sorby Silverline Sundström Titebond All Brands Both designs give improved accuracy and precision for easy sharpening on the new Tormek T-4. The T-4 model is the latest incarnation in a long line of Tormek water-cooled grinding systems. In common with its larger sibling, the T-8, it is ideal for sharpening cabinetmaking hand tools, knives, scissors and woodcarving and turning tools.

I am not a big fan of "kits", Tormek or otherwise. A beginning Tormek user who is a woodworker can go far with just the SE-76 square edge jig. Once one becomes fluent with chisels and planes, your own experience will direct you as to your next acquisition.