Can I use this to level a cast iron engine block or aluminum head? Some do it with 325 grit SiC paper on a rubber block, but that is hard to keep flat
1790336
I'm not sure how much material you need to remove, but this does work on very hard steel, so yes it will level cast iron or aluminum. These are often used to flatten chisels for woodwork, which require absolutely flat sides. If you need to remove a lot, you might consider also buying a holder like this one to keep it from sliding around on you. http://www.amazon.com/DMT-B8250-DuoSharp-DuoBase-bench/dp/B00004WFUQ/
1790337
It would work for that but be careful at what level of coarse you use. This is only the coarse stone, you may want to finish with a finer grit, after using the coarse finish with fine, this will insure a closer fit in the end. they clean easily and remove steel like sand paper on wood. Hope this helps.
1790338
I'm not sure how much material you need to remove, but this does work on very hard steel, so yes it will level cast iron or aluminum. These are often used to flatten chisels for woodwork, which require absolutely flat sides. If you need to remove a lot, you might consider also buying a holder like this one to keep it from sliding around on you. DMT B8250 DuoSharp DuoBase - bench stone base
1790339
I don't believe this product would be coarse enough to do a cast iron head and would be susceptible to clogging on the aluminum. If you're talking about just removing old head gasket material before reinstalling a head, it should be fine, though. Don't look for it to take out a heavy fly cut in a block and make it mirror smooth.
211729
I honestly cant answer that> I used it for a tack board surface and used the rest for some sanding blocks. Good Luck.
1982692
I use mine on bronze brass and aluminum regularly making finer adjustments in the surface. Hard grinding on a grinding wheel on the bench next to this device. The two machines work well together.
1566825
I've used mine on aluminum. There is a pad to soften the base. But as far as the tool doing a good job , it's a solid performer. Just find the right grit and matrix for the metal you're working on
788536
Yes you can use this tool to port cast iron cylinder heads. Use carbide cutting tools & let the tool do the work. This is a single speed die grinder with a lot of torque so there is no need to bear down hard when porting cast iron or aluminum cylinder heads. If you bear down too hard you generate excessive heat which burns up your cutting bits & makes the die grinder work harder. Stick a vacuum cleaner nozzle in the valve opening for the port your grinding to minimize grinding dust going into the cooling vents on the die grinder.
1758875
I used it with a Weller soldering gun to repair a leak in a stainless steel pan. It worked very well. The type of iron/gun that you need will depend on what you are soldering since you need to raise the temperature of the item to the melting temp, but it should work fine.
1934392
I wouldnt. it really isnt that great for for practice mechanical tips. it breaks up pretty easily. if you want one for broadheads go to a block.
300509
This sander is used to prepare a vehicle for priming or repainting. You can use 6 inch "self-stick" sand paper - 200 to 600 grit. This tool is used to finish sand or feather edge primer or paint. This tool is not a grinder - you do not use it to strip old down to the metal. This tool is not used to polish or wax a vehicle - it spins much too fast.
1594881
NO! Not for a grinding disk such as the DeWalt DW4524 4-1/2-Inch by 1/4-Inch by 7/8-Inch Concrete/Masonry Grinding Wheel. The metal part of the shroud extends about 0.5 inch beyond the level of the grinding surface so you will never be able to connect with the surface that you want to grind! A cupped grinding wheel may extend past the metal part of the shroud.
662438
You probably could, but why bother? The sanding pad has two hold down clamps, one front and one back - so there is no need for adhesive paper. Simply get your favorite flavor (grit and make) in normal size (9x11) sheets, cut into quarters and fit them on the sander. 3M has something called "no-slip grip" that supposedly holds them to the sanding block. Perhaps that is what you are thinking of. FYI - The sander comes with holes in the pad and a full-pad punch, so you can hook it to a vacuum and cut down of the dust. Handy feature. The little dust can on it is pretty useless.
1403001
I use this to clean aluminum heads, pistons, rods etc. On a blown alcohol racing engine. ..works perfectly.
80983
I just bent a sample piece, it will do it, if properly adjusted. But if thats a thickness you will bend a lot a press brake may be a better option. I will add that I have been very happy with this brake. Its perfect for the home shop and I have done some nice work for my race car with it!
1589160
I am a contractor and I bought this to use primarily for auto and boat detailing. It works great for this and is very heavy duty. I'm guessing it would work fine for wood working applications, but I wouldn't want to mix the two uses for fear of introducing sawdust into wax products and vice versa. Sawdust gets everywhere!
451466
This can only be used on an angle grinder, I have not seen a version of this in a flat pad for a random orbit sander.
632431
Sand the aluminum and this stuff will bond to it. You should not have a problem.
1300976
Sorry, i have no idea! But i would guess this is not the tool for sheet metal unless you got a special blade for thin metal stock.
1294503
I have used it to set the ink from silk screening cotton shirts. It worked well and was much faster than using my household iron. I hope this is the answer you are looking for.