DIY Knifemaker''s Info Center: Belt Grinder Motor Guide
For a decent 2quot; x 72quot; belt grinder, we''re looking for ideally 1 to 3 horsepower, with a preference for to 3 horsepower. The motor needs to have enough power to perform efficient knife grinding and general metal shaping tasks. A technical publication I read a few years ago from the German abrasives manufacturer Klingspor recommends 1 hp to 5 hp per inch of belt width. As we are working with