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Hmmm. I am new to VFD’s, and so did not realize they are mostly constrained to 3-phase motors. After a little research i understand.You can not put a VFD on a HF buffer. To do that you would need a 3 phase motor
Not a bad idea. I guess i still need to decide whether to even go there if buffers are still “grabby” even on handles. (But then why are people saying they buff handles but not blades, when both are grabby, and you still have a sharp projectile flying - unless the blade is well wrapped and cushioned, and that somehow “feels” safer? Sorry if i am being dense about this.If you can get one cheap why don't you build a buffing assembly with step pulley's and a 1725 RPM motor?
Good morning, all.then why are people saying they buff handles but not blades, when both are grabby,
Buffers are no more dangerous than forges, hot metal, torches, power hammers, or grinders. They have a learning curve just like all tools.
They can also be used with hard wheels like felt or leather for polishing steel.
I'm genuinely amazed at how scared you guys are of them.
I have never owned or used a buffing wheel rake.
"Cleaning" your buff with an old belt can contaminate them and scratch your finish.
Makes sense. Ah well ... it was at least worth the question...Because with the way you g grip a drill, when the buff catches the blade it will pull your hand and the drill toward the knife. If the drill is in a stand or vise, when the knife catches it is pulled out of your hand. You also have much more control over a small stationary knife handle than you do over a large drill with a spinning wheel on the end.