Bench Grinder... Where to put it?

[Jeep Monkey RTR]

I am curious, how should a bench grinder be positioned in my shop. Currently my grinder sits, unplugged, on a shelf in my garage and I pull it out when I need to use it.

Normally I just carry it to a small shelf I put in my garage door opening. While this works, it not the most convenient.

My question is, is it safe to put it on one of my work benches that sits along a wall? I'm concerned about sparks starting some sort of fire. Am I being paranoid?

Thanks


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[PelicanPines]

I recently mounted mine on a simple 2 shelf rolling cart (on top). I mounted a power strip along the back.

I was worried about it rolling when I used it but I simply "back it up" to something solid and I have had zero problems so far. I roll it around to an open location in my area to keep it out of the way.

The drawer holds some parts... the bottom of the cart holds about half a dozen vises I switch around using.

 

[PelicanPines]

About the sparks... my cart is metal and catches everything within the top. I had to make a riser to lift the grinder up a bit... to clear the sides of the cart.

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[chrism0107]

I would not worry too much about sparks unless you keep a dirty shop with something like oily rags near it or other easily combustable items. the only time the grinder should be making sparks is when you are operating it. so just take a minute wait for the wheel to spin down to a stop, a visual that all is good and continue on working.

 

[NUTTSGT]

I mounted my to a post that supports a beam.



One thing I did wrong was to leave the corners on that plate instead of rounding them off. I snagged a hole in a new pair of Carhartt jeans on that corner.

 

[Jeep Monkey RTR]

Thanks for the tips. I thought I was being a bit paranoid.


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[Jeep Monkey RTR]

Both you the setups described are slick and I could possibly do either.

The question is do I want mobile or fixed.




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[BruceMc]

I like mobile. Bolted mine to a stand, then bolted the stand to a mobile base. I can move it with one hand, put it where ever I want, and it's rock solid when the casters are flipped up.

 

[Slednut]

I don't use my bench grinder too often so I just bolted a piece of plywood to it and put it in my vice when I need it.

 

[larry_g]

Jeep, I wouldn't worry to much about the fire aspect of grinders. If our resident fireman can mount his next to the solvent tank, You should have no worries.

I mounted my to a post that supports a beam.



One thing I did wrong was to leave the corners on that plate instead of rounding them off. I snagged a hole in a new pair of Carhartt jeans on that corner.

Yes I know your probably running safety solvent, but not all do.

lg
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[PhantomEB]

You got a mobile table or welding table? Mount receiver hitch tube underneath and remove or use as your pleasure!

 

[Spyider]

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here is how i did mine. wanted it so i could move it easly.. got a "cracked" rim from work.. then i simply welded a pipe to a bearing.. so the pipe bolts in like a wheel would on a car. then the top is threaded on. all comes apart super easy if i need to for any reason.. works great.

 

[nadogail]

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here is how i did mine. wanted it so i could move it easly.. got a "cracked" rim from work.. then i simply welded a pipe to a bearing.. so the pipe bolts in like a wheel would on a car. then the top is threaded on. all comes apart super easy if i need to for any reason.. works great.

That installation gets my vote

 

[Jarhead0408]

There's a lot of good ideas in this thread.

Mine is already mounted, but I think I'll be remounting it using the wheel/bearing/pipe setup. I've got a few spare bearings and wheels and I'd like to start welding on simple projects.

 

[SMOKEYBEAR]

I don't use my bench grinder too often so I just bolted a piece of plywood to it and put it in my vice when I need it.

I like this idea here for someone who doesn't have the floor space for another car or stand.

 

[maxpower_hd]

I used a pedestal and put it near the wall between my garage door and the man door. There is an 18" or so spot there that isn't really good for anything else anyway so it works out well.

 

[sberry]

you can start a fire with a grinder, happens all the time. Usually when someone is present so most get put out.

 

[Cyberbear]

Much depends on your available space, type and amount of usage. Personally, I prefer all my bench grinders to be solidly mounted, you don't want to invite a mishap because the grinder suddenly moved when you were using it. I have one portable bench grinder that is mounted on a stand made from a flywheel and a piece of 3" pipe all screwed together with fittings that allows me to take the grinder with me when I'm working if needs be. I step on the flat base when I must to prevent tipping over.
Sparks shouldn't be a problem if you take simple common sense precautions.

 

[flat tire]

I have mine on the edge of my wooden top work bench.
I drilled 2 holes. upper left and lower right. instead of using lag bolts, I just drop 2,3/8" bolts through the mounting plate of the grinder into the holes on the bench. it keeps it from moving and can be removed just by picking up the unit

 

[finn]

I've got one mounted on a HF pedestal stand and one on another, similar, but larger and sturdier stand.

I like the idea of a portable stand that can be moved to the open door.

Grinders are messy, and having the mess near an open door simplifies cleanup.

 

[CoogarXR]

Mine is on a cast iron pedestal in the corner. I just drag it out when I need it, then put it back. I don't use it terribly often, so it'd just be in the way if I bolted it to the bench. I got the pedestal at one of those "Homier" tent sales about 15 years ago. It's nothing special, but it's sturdy.

 

[BD1]

Make a pedestal mount BUT use receiver tube for the top. This way you can use it for other options, vise, grinder, shear, and whatever .

 

[Spyider]

Ya thats how my top is. I can unthread the grinder and attach my bead roller then..

 

[BD1]

Ya thats how my top is. I can unthread the grinder and attach my bead roller then..

Yes, I see that . You need to unthread [ loosen ] it to straighten the cord out.

 

[tt455]

I built this stand for my bench grinder. Not only do I get more room on the workbench but made use of an aged 245 60 15 tire and a rusty (inside) wheel which still shows well.