Ameribrade Aluminum Drive Wheels

$0.00 each

Brand: Ameribrade
Categories: Blacksmith, Grinder Wheels & Accessories

Featuring 6061 T6 Aluminum, available in a 4" or 7” outer diameter, at 2.5" wide - with the option of a 5/8” or 7/8” bore. -1/4"-20 set screw included 4" Drive Wheel versus 7" Drive Wheel (Pros and Cons): 4" considerations: -Pro: Lower Cost -Con: Lower belt speed (3800 feet per minute @3600 rpm) does not remove metal as quickly -Pro: lower belt speed prevents burning while working with wood and allows for small wheel usage on single speed grinders 7" considerations: -Pro: higher belt speed (6600 feet per minute @3600 rpm) removes metal faster and more efficiently -Con: Must be slowed down with a variable speed drive in order to prevent damage to bearings on wheels under 1.5" diameter in a small wheel holder -Con: Higher Cost *these are special order items, please allow for additional shipping time.