can this machine effectively grind down zinc, copper, tin, and aluminum? also can it buff these metals to a shine?
74545
based on previous experience, the ability to grind these soft metals are connected to the grinding stone type, rather than the machine. Most common grinding wheels collect and clog with soft metals. I do expect (though not tried) these metals would buff nicely with optional buffing wheels. Do note... this machine is equipped with a light duty motor that generates little torque.
74546
Not sure about the zinc.I can't see why it would not grind zinc well. It grinds large diameter solid copper wire(.1819 dia. 5AWG)well.Material density for copper = 8940 kg/m^3 and zinc is less dense = 7135 kg/m^3. The Tin, copper, aluminum and stainless steel I have ground and polished to mirror shine using this Neiko.
134057
Yes, it is the best copper cleaner I have used. It restores tarnished copper to its original shine. Be sure to use water with the application and wipe completely dry.
1659627
It picks up off a silver colored tape. So item can't be shiny. Darken the Chuck and you should be able to check rpm.
2094505
It will work well on all soft metals including nickel, using normal polishing media. Steel will require a more aggressive media ie: walnut shell with emery or some like compound. Silver, white bronze, and pewter should use white jeweler's rouge.
355696
Yes, it eats aluminum like crazy. Steel a little tougher but I have used it on a lot of metal. Pick up some extra sandpaper disks as it comes with one. I think 60 or 80 grit
2198211
I am not going to represent myself as an expert but, I own a Marina that does a lot of restoration on painted and fiberglass boats. If you use this grinder for buffing you should only do it at the slowest speed usable. This machine is a chain saw of sorts and will get you in trouble fast. The speed is the only unknown by me. I would tell you a orbital polisher is your best bet.
134059
It restored the shine on my copper pans. After using them they get darker, this turns them back to shiny copper
2122677
The soldering gun works for solder base metals, steel, copper, brass, as well as gold and silver. It will NOT solder aluminum. Sure I have seen aluminum solder and flux....it doesn't really work all that well. This is not the fault of the gun, but the properties of aluminum.Harriete Estel Berman
520458
I agree with the other two responses - this machine is a work horse and will grind anything!!!
535665
I haven't used it on anything metal, but I really don't think it would have any problems doing any kind of job. So far mine has worked great for my needs.
1557820
Never tried it on aluminum. Works great on brass and stainless steel. Surfaces with an already polished finish should be the best option.
1738573
Aluminum, you can grind it down, because it does get in the way of sharpening certain angles.
355698
I have never used mine to grind metal but I have read of others who have. You just need the right kind of disks. I suggest you go on line and read how guys do it.
1472817
Hi J I have cleaned white gold and platinum with this unit. It leaned both metals and diamond really nicely. I used a little bit (and I mean maybe half a drop) of a grease cutting dish detergent to help with the cleaning. I hope this helps you.
1177876
I haven't used it to polish nickel, however Nickel is noted on the package as one of the metals it will polish.
789413
The manufacturer claims that it "cleans and polishes all metals". Included in their list is aluminum. Armetale is an alloy of aluminum. I have used it on many alloys, and never been disappointed. But, I have no experience with Wilton Armetale. An e-how contributer, Reannan Raine, does recommend using Nevr Dull, by name, for cleaning Armetale.
1003310
Yes, wenol cleans metals like brass, copper, silver, gold and ss. To clean use a soft cloth to rub the wenol on, then use a second cloth to polish.