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Abrasive machining - manual and CNC machines
News Release from: Metabo | Subject: GE700 variable speed 2in (50mm) die grinder
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 29 March 2002
Variable speed die grinder has spindle
lock
A new variable speed 2in (50mm) die grinder that greatly simplifies the procedure required to change accessories. Having a spindle lock only one wrench is needed on the collet.
A new variable speed 2in (50mm) die grinder that greatly simplifies the procedure required to change accessories has been introduced by Metabo While other tools require two wrenches to change accessories, the GE700 has a spindle lock, so only one wrench is needed on the collet
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 16 Apr 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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The new grinder is extremely flexible, featuring an extended spindle ideal for operation in confined areas and Metabo's Vario-Constamatic (VC) full-wave electronic speed control.
The VC speed control allows users to vary speed to accommodate a variety of accessories, including flap wheels, carbide burs, abrasive cut-off wheels, and mounted points.
This makes the tool useful for grinding and cutting a wide range of materials, from hard to soft, including plastic.
The GE700 has a hardened and ground 1/4in collet for accurate balance of fitted attachments, and auto-stop carbon brushes that increase brush life while preventing motor damage that can be caused by worn brushes.
The power switch is ergonomically located on the top of the tool, making it easy to operate for both right- and left-handed users.
The grinder has a no-load speed of 7,000-27,000 rpm and is rated at 6.2A, 710W.
A collet wrench, spindle wrench, and the 1/4in collet are all offered as standard with the GE700.
(This was Manufacturingtalk's Top Story on 28 March 2002).
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