This is far better than the cheap grinders typically sold to non-industrial users. Well made, sturdy, no vibration.
The on/off switch is not the one shown - it is a dual push button, one green and one red. The off switch is raised making it easier to hit in an emergency. The switch deactivates when the power is removed making it impossible for the motor to accidentally start when plugged in.
The guards and side covers are sturdy aluminum castings, not the cheap stamped covers on my other grinders.
The included tool rests are small but sturdy and the protective clear plastic shields say where I put them.
The motor has plenty of power - I could not bog it down with grinding or wire brushing. The wheels spun down for about a minute after turning it off - no breaking but the bearings must be good.
The motor shaft is 5/8". However, the grinding wheels require a 1-1/4" hole to fit on the (very nice) combined flange and arbor bushing. This flange is great for mounting the wheels and insuring they run true. The problem is mounting a wire brush will require some rigging. It may be possible to mount a 5/8" brush with the proper spacers and flanges. I mounted a Hitachi 729306 brush (purchased on Amazon) and it works well. Although advertised to fit 1/2 to 2" arbors, I had to enlarge the hole in the plastic center pieces to fit on the odd 1-1/4" bushed flange on this machine. i also had to make a large spacer/washer to position the wheel and allow the flanges to grip it properly (I cut one from a piece of plastic). The wheel works well on this grinder even with the protective side covers in place. This seems to be a high quality wire brush compared to others i've had in the past.
This grinder is expensive compared to the other bench grinders offered here, but so far i think it is well worth it.
| Brand | Metabo |
|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum |
| Style | Robust |
| Power Source | electric-powered |
| Item Weight | 16.3 Kilograms |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Wattage | 600 watts |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 3570 RPM |
| Horsepower | 1.50 |
| Manufacturer | Metabo |
| Part Number | DS 200 |
| Item Weight | 35.9 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 20.08 x 11.42 x 10.24 inches |
| Item model number | DS 200 |
| Size | 8-Inch |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Special Features | quiet |
| Included Components | 1 Metabo Branded Product |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 1 yr. standard / 3 yr. with online registration |
