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Comparison Sturm BG6015GR 150 mm / 350 W
230 V
vs Metabo BS 175 175 mm / 500 W
230 V

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Sturm BG6015GR 150 mm / 350 W 230 V
Metabo BS 175 175 mm / 500 W 230 V
Sturm BG6015GR 150 mm / 350 W
230 V
Metabo BS 175 175 mm / 500 W
230 V
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Specs
Rotation modules22
Location of rotation modulescoaxiallycoaxially
Work partdisk / beltdisk / belt
Voltage230 V230 V
Motor power350 W500 W
Sharpening
universal
universal
Dry processing
Disc diameter150 mm175 mm
Bore diameter12.7 mm32 mm
Disc thickness20 mm25 mm
Disc speed2950 rpm2980 rpm
Belt length686 mm1020 mm
Belt width50 mm50 mm
Belt rotation speed900 m/min
General
Weight7.05 kg14.9 kg
Added to E-Catalogmay 2019march 2016

Motor power

Rated power of the electric motor of the machine. The more powerful the engine, the higher the speed and intensity of processing can be, the larger discs can be used with the machine and the better it is suitable for working with hard, stubborn materials. On the other hand, a powerful motor consumes a lot of energy (which may require special connection — see "Power") and significantly affects the dimensions, weight and price of the entire unit. Therefore, manufacturers choose this parameter based on the type (see "Machine") and the desired characteristics of speed, productivity, etc. In fact, this means that engine power is rather a secondary parameter, and when choosing, it makes sense to pay attention to more practical points — disk diameter, rotation / movement speed, etc.

Disc diameter

Regular diameter of the disk (see "Working element") used by the machine for dry processing (see above). When grinding and polishing, usually, we are talking about the maximum diameter of the disk that can be installed on the tool — a larger nozzle will either be ineffective or not fit into the dimensions of the seat at all, but a smaller diameter disk, usually, is installed without problems (of course, if the hole diameter matches — see below). For grinding machines, the diameter of the disc corresponds to the diameter of the sanding pad, which is necessary for the full use of the disc.

The larger the regular disk — the heavier and more powerful the machine, usually, the better it can cope with complex work of a large volume. At the same time, for small everyday tasks like periodically sharpening knives or chisels, a small disc is quite enough.

Bore diameter

The bore diameter of the dry cutting discs (see above) used by the machine. In order for the nozzle to be used normally with the machine, it must match it not only in diameter and thickness (see the relevant paragraphs), but also in the size of the mounting hole.

Disc thickness

The thickness of the "dry" blade (see "Dry Machining") for which the machine is designed. Usually, we are talking about the maximum thickness of the disc that can fit on the seat — most models allow the use of thinner nozzles.

Note that this parameter depends on the type of sharpening (see above): working with chains and saw blades involves a small thickness of the discs, universal sharpening is the opposite. And for grinding models, the thickness of the disc is not relevant at all, even if the disc is provided in the design; see "Machine" for details.

Disc speed

The nominal speed of rotation of the disk for dry processing (see above), provided by the machine; for models with adjustable rotation (see below), the maximum rotation speed.

For the same disc diameter and material, a higher speed provides more intensive processing, and a slower rotation contributes to accuracy and precision. In addition, optimal speeds depend on the composition of the disc and the material being processed; detailed recommendations with specific figures for a particular situation can be found in special sources.

A separate category is grinding machines with disk-shaped working elements: in such units, the actual speed of movement of the disk surface relative to the workpiece depends on how close the contact point is to the centre of the disk.

Belt length

The length of the belt used in a machine with grinding functions (see "Machine"), more precisely, the total length of the entire belt ring installed on the machine.

This information is necessary to select the correct sanding belts — matching in length is essential for the proper installation and operation of the attachment. In this case, the working length, usually, is more than 2 times less than the total, and to determine it, it is worth focus on the dimensions of the desktop (see below).

Belt rotation speed

The nominal belt speed provided by the machine with the grinding function (see "Machine"). Other things being equal, a higher speed is useful for ensuring intensity and productivity, a lower speed allows for more precise control of the process. Detailed recommendations with specific figures for a particular situation can be found in special sources.
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