Comparison Forte BG2145 150 mm / 450 W

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vs DWT DS-350 GS 200 mm / 350 W

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Mutual arrangement of rotation modules in models with more than one such modules (see above).

— Aligned. Rotation modules located on the same axis — usually, on different sides of the casing with the engine. The most simple and at the same time reliable option used in most modern machines.

— At a right angle. In such machines (usually they belong to grinding machines, see “Machine”), the axis of one of the rotation modules is located as in the coaxial ones described above, and the second module is rotated 90 ° — thus, the plane of rotation of the disk is in front (or behind) from the body. This option allows you to use larger discs than in coaxial models, as well as to equip them with wet baths without much difficulty (see below). On the other hand, the arrangement at an angle complicates and increases the cost of the design.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wet processing involves the supply of water or other liquid to the working element during operation. This mode is found only in models with grinding functions (see "Machine"). The disc rotates at a relatively low speed. Due to the combination of water cooling and low speed, the risk of overheating and spoiling the machined tool is reduced to almost zero; in some cases (for example, when sharpening blades made of carbon tool steel), this is especially important. In addition, “wet” sharpening is more accurate, the process waste does not scatter around so much. On the other hand, the low rotation speed of the disk imposes its own limitations on the use of this method, and the machines turn out to be heavier, bulkier and more expensive than completely “dry” counterparts.

Regular diameter of the disk (see "Working element") used by the machine for wet processing. Unlike dry sharpening, in this case, this parameter most often describes not the maximum, but the optimal diameter of the nozzle for a given machine: a disc that is too small may simply not reach the liquid poured into the working bath.

If the machine is purchased for infrequent everyday use, this parameter can be ignored; but for large volumes of work it is recommended to use larger discs.

Bore diameter of the wet cutting discs 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.

The thickness of the "wet" disk 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. However, the classic universal sharpening is usually carried out in a wet way (see “Sharpening”), and the disk for it should be quite thick; therefore it is better to proceed from the fact that in this case the optimal thickness of the disk is indicated.