How to: 2x72 Belt Grinder Build - Treadmill DC Motor Driven For Knifemaking - Homemade Tools

UPDATE: Check out the New 2x72 DIY Build Design Here:    • The Anatomy of a Home Built DIY 2x72 ...  

Link to 2x72 Belt Grinder Plans ►► http://bit.ly/2Pa7JvZ
► VFD (To Control the Motor) ► https://amzn.to/2AwFyTr
► Link to Wheels ►►https://bit.ly/3vwq3Vn

►► FACEBOOK GROUP FOR DIY BELT GRINDERS:   / diybeltgrinders  

This is a 2x72 belt grinder from steel tubing and plate. I based the design on Dan Comeau's build. I modified some things to make it work for me. Instead of .188 wall tubing I used .25 and filed the weld seams. That made for a much better fit. That said, his design is really great, and makes a good place to start. I had fun with this one. Hope you enjoy.

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SCR Motor Controller► https://amzn.to/2Zl3WmG
Bridge Rectifier► https://amzn.to/2MOmViv

Ordered from MetalsDepot.com (I am not affiliated with them): Cost $153 USD
QTY 3 - 2"x2"x10" 1/4 Wall A500 Square Steel Tube (main body of the grinder)
QTY 1 - 2"x2"x4" 1/4 Wall A500 Square Steel Tube (forward stantion)
QTY 1 - 2"x2"x3.5" 3/16 Wall A500 Square Steel Tube (tracking bracket)
QTY 1 - 1.5"x1.5"x13" 1/4" wall A500 Square Steel Tube (tensioning pillar)
QTY 1 - 1.5"x1.5"x17" 1/4" wall A500 Square Steel Tube (Platen Arm)
QTY 1 - 12"x24" 1/4 inch THICK A36 Steel Plate (Base)


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