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FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp

120V 60 Hz motor runs at 3400 RPM no load Aluminum oxide wheels with flanges: one coarse and one medium grit Adjustable tool rest and eye shield; UL listed 3.65 Amps 5/8in. Shaft size 3/4 HP Light not included Wheel Diameter (in.): 8, Amps: 3.6, Speed (RPM): 3,400, HP: 3/4, Spindle Thread Size: 5/8, Wheel Included: Yes, (1) Coarse, (1) Medium, Case Included: No 120V 60 Hz motor Aluminum oxide wheels with flanges Adjustable tool rest and eye shield UL listed Light not included
Average Customer Rating:
4.18 out of 5
4.2
 out of 
5
15 of 17(88%)would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
2 / 5
2 / 5
hard to handle,
July 24, 2009
By Calumetkid
from Clarksville, MO
"I've always wanted a sander/grinder, and I saw this one at reasonable price. I found the directions for assembly difficult to follow and some of the parts were missing or didn't fit well. Example, the shield over the grinder would not hold in place. It kept falling down on the wheel. The tracking of the sander was very difficult to adjust and will need more time and effort than I had to give at the moment. Overall, I think you should spend more money and get a higher quality tool."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Review 2 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
A bench grinder?,
March 16, 2009
By Drew11
from Washington, DC
"As an "old school" craftsman who grew up using grinding and sharpening methods that were invented by the ancient Greeks, I never thought I would use a bench grinder often enough justify the space it would take up in my shop. Now, after having enjoyed the use of Northern Tool's high quality grinder during the past year, let me sum it up by saying "abradum ergo sum", loosely translated as "I grind, therefore I am.""
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 3 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Everything you need at a great price,
November 18, 2008
By BigDamJim
from Los Angeles, CA
"This grinder is as good as ones I have used that were three times the price. Reliable, efficient and , strangely enough, quieter than any other I have used. A bargain."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Review 4 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
2 / 5
2 / 5
enough power but...,
October 25, 2008
By anthony
from virginia
"It's just not possible that they test these before they get boxed up. One of my wheels was so out of balance that it bumped up against the side guard keeping it from spinning at all. Customer service was good as they shipped another right away but same story, just not as out of balance as the last grinder. At this point I will see what is available at the local hardware store and see what I can find for new wheels. I will probably not buy house brand from northern again... as would rather spend the extra money on a name brand product that's tried and trued."
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 5 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Grinding wheel,
August 11, 2008
By Cory
from Colorado Springs Co
"This grinder is a decent grinder for the price in which one pays. But there was one problem when they sent it to me. They sent it with a wheel that was not balanced properly, so i had to go and bye a new wheel which was a hassle. But it is a decent grinder."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Review 6 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
VERY VERY HAPPY,
August 11, 2008
By scalafamily
from Jackson NJ
"I RECENTLY RECEIVED MY BENCH GRINDER AND IT IS THE BEST DECISION I MADE , FREE SHIPPING AND THE GRINDER DOES WHAT I WANT IT TO DO !!
IT SHARPENS MY LAWN BLADES WITH NO PROBLEM AT ALL AND WOULD RECOMMEND THIS UNIT TO ANYONE THAT IS LOOKING FOR A BENCH GRINDER
"
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Review 7 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
3 / 5
3 / 5
Good for light duty,
May 10, 2008
By bigafly
from Jackson,MS
"This is a good bench grinder for the home hobbist, but would not acceptable for daily use. The motor turns the grinding wheels OK, but I mounted a wire brush that loaded it too much. The 8" Dewalt is also rated at 3/4 hp but seems to have much more torque with the wire brush. Overall worth the price, but opt for the Dewalt or Baldor if you want a professional quality machine."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Review 8 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
8" Grinder,
April 21, 2008
By trouper
from Donnelly ID
"This is about as good of a grinder as you can get for the money. Most 8' grinders are twice the money and have no better warranty. It is not as powerful as I could use, but it has been adequate for my work. I have a small auto shop so time will tell for me. It should be fine for the average person."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Review 9 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
NIT Bench Grinder AA++,
April 21, 2008
By HammeringHank
from Charlottesville VA
"Excellent bench grinder for the money. Right size and power for the average weekend warrior like myself to round our the home work bench."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Review 10 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
bench grinder,
January 21, 2008
By firemarshal
from Alabama
"I have used this grinder for several years. I haven't had any problems with this tool. It has all the power that I have ever needed."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Review 11 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
great ginder,
January 17, 2008
By Red2008
from ringgold,ga
"The grinder does everything i want it to do and more. its great for just everyday stuff and major jobs. great power for little money thanks guys from northern tool."
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Review 12 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Grinder,
January 15, 2008
By Circuitrider
from Arvada, ( Denver Colorado
"It is a very high speed grinder, lots of power and stones are very good.
Only problem I had was when I first turned it on it had a terrible vibration in the right wheel so I unpluged it and removed the stone, the washer was not installed correctly and the shem was too thin. I placed another one in its place and tightened it down and it now runs smooth.
Very good product ....... but someone didn't check it out before it was shipped.
Thanks, The Circuit rider.
"
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Review 13 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Decent,
January 14, 2008
By qtrmiler347
from Miami, FL
"This bench grinder is a very good deal. The only drawback would be that 8 inch grinding wheels are not made precise enough to spin without some wobble, which in turn causes some vibration with the grinder. Not the grinder's fault though. Next time I will probably stick with a 6 inch grinder for that reason, plus there is much more selection of grinding wheels, accessories, etc."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 14 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Great buy for the money...,
October 29, 2007
By JR01
from Cape Canaveral, FL
"This unit has plenty of power, & has worked flawlessly for me so far. It does not come with a light (a feature that is included with several other models), but if your workspace is well-lit, the absence of the light is mox nix. Much more affordably-priced than the comparable models available from other manufacturers."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Review 15 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Pleasantly Surprised,
October 29, 2007
By Danno
from Denver, CO
"I purchased this grinder last spring and have used it a lot. There is plenty of room to maneuver your tools around without getting to close to the other wheel. I especially like the 8in wheel over the 6in wheel; you can get a better angle and edge on the tool. If you’re looking for an inexpensive good grinder this is the one for you."
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Review 16 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP,
July 9, 2007
By Xrod
from South Florida
"This grinder is a good buy for the money. Slight vibration, but very useable."
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Review 17 for FREE SHIPPING — Northern Industrial Bench Grinder — 8in. 3/4 HP, 3.6 Amp
Overall Rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
bench grinder,
July 9, 2007
By McFar
from Layton,Utah
"does what it is suppose to."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman