Tormek T-8 Wetstone Grinder Tormek T8 Sharpening System and Rotating Base RB180

Tormek T-8 Wetstone Grinder Sharpening System Tormek T8 - c/w RB-180 Rotating Base. 

Buy a Tormek T-8 Original now and get an RB-180 Rotating Base for free.
The Rotating Base lets you turn your machine 180 degrees with minimal effort. It is perfect when you want to switch from sharpening to honing.
 

Tormek T-8 Wetstone Grinder

• Revolutionary fully cast housing for strength and accuracy
• Integral sleeves for support bar guarantees correct alignment
• Screw lift rise and fall mechanism for water trough
• Micro adjustable for complete control of sharpening angle
• Sharpens all types of steel, including high speed steel (HSS)
• Includes upgraded SE-77 jig for precise 90° edges

• Dimensions: Width 270 mm (10 3/4"), Depth 270 mm (10 3/4"), Height 330 mm (13")
• Weight: 14.8 kg
• Grindstone: Tormek Original Grindstone, Aluminium oxide, 250×50 mm (10"× 2") 90 rpm
• Leather Honing Wheel: 145×26 mm (5¾"×1")
• Main Shaft: Stainless steel main shaft and stone hardware. EzyLock in composite.
• Housing: Zinc cast top, Impact resistant ABS plastic
• Motor: Industrial single phase, 200 W (input)
• 230 V, 50 Hz or 115 V, 60 Hz. Duty 30 min/hour, Maintenance free.
• Silent running, 54 dB. 10,000 hour life

Tormek RB-180 Rotating Base

Rotate your Tormek! Some tools are best sharpened with the stone running towards the edge and other tools should have the stone running away from the edge. With the new Tormek Rotating Base RB-180, you can easily rotate the machine 180° to select the ideal sharpening direction. It also makes it simple to switch from sharpening to honing!

Tormek T-7 with the new Rotating Base RB-180. It is now an easy task to rotate the machine 180° to change sharpening direction or to switch between sharpening and honing.

A priority during the design process has been to make the RB-180 as thin as possible in order not to affect the working height. You easily turn the machine without any heavy lifting or water spillage. The rubber feet absorb the normal vibrations and make sure that it rests firmly on the table. The RB-180 will fit the Tormek T-7, T-4 and T-3, the 2000 and 1200 Series plus the SA-250 and N-1500.

The platform has been designed with a frame, which keeps the machine firmly in place. The design is as thin as possible in order not to affect the working height. It is constructed from three optimal high performance materi­als to ensure a low friction and high stability. It automatically locks into position.  

The Tormek T-8 sharpening system is the perfect answer to your sharpening requirements. For any professional or amateur needing a versatile, reliable and repeatable sharpening system, the T-8 should be on the top of your list. The T-8 has a 250mm x 50mm water-cooled grindstone and a 220mm x 31mm leather tyred honing wheel. Powered by a quiet 200W motor, Tormek’s unique and efficient drive system maintains constant speed, even under load. Tools can be sharpened with the Supergrind wheel cutting towards or away from the edge. The T-8 features a strong, cast-alloy casing. The mounting sleeves for the universal support are an integral part of the casting. The design eliminates the possibility of any misalignment between the universal support and the grinding wheel. The universal support bar has a micro-adjuster, which makes setting up or replicating a sharpening angle easy and highly accurate. The Advanced Water Trough features a screw lift mechanism. You can fit it, fill it and then by simply turning the knob, raise the trough to bring the water into contact with the stone. It makes removing the trough for emptying just as simple. The T-8 includes a magnetic scraper for efficient cleaning. The unit has an NVR safety switch with a strong waterproof cover. The T-8 is suitable for use in education and other areas where an NVR switch is a necessity. The T-8 includes TT-50 Truing and Dressing Tool, SP-650 Stone Grader, WM-200 Angle Setting Guide, PA-70 Honing Paste and Dressing Oil for the honing wheel. In addition, there is a comprehensive handbook and Tormek DVD all packed in a strong storage tray. The T-8 also includes the SE-77 upgraded jig for square edge tools. Its design has a movable side and fine adjustment. This ensures a precise 90° angle between your blade’s edge and side. It also offers the possibility to create a slightly cambered edge. The Tormek wet-grinding method leaves a polished, burr-free edge without overheating the tool. Wet grinding significantly extends the life of your tools; it removes less material without affecting the temper of the steel.