Gator 6002GA Bench Grinding Wheel 8 Inch Adjustable Arbor

Product Description

The GATOR 6002GA is a vitrified aluminum oxide bench grinding wheel designed for use on benchtop and pedestal grinders. It measures 8 inches in diameter with a 1 inch arbor bore and includes an adjustable telescopic reducer bushing that also fits 3/4 inch and 5/8 inch arbor sizes. The aluminum oxide abrasive is engineered for fast, aggressive cutting on tool steel and other hard metals. Weighing 4.07 pounds, it is built for sustained use in shop environments. Licensed trades and skilled DIYers install this wheel for sharpening and reconditioning metal cutting tools.

This grinding wheel is suited for bench grinder stations found in maintenance shops, fabrication facilities, and trade workshops. Its primary application is sharpening metal cutting tools including drill bits, chisels, lathe tools, and similar high-speed steel implements. The adjustable bushing eliminates the need for separate reducing rings, making it compatible with multiple common arbor sizes without additional hardware. It performs well on tool steel and other non-ferrous metals requiring controlled material removal.

Key Features

• 8 inch diameter vitrified aluminum oxide wheel for fast, consistent stock removal
• Adjustable telescopic reducer bushing fits 1 inch, 3/4 inch, and 5/8 inch arbors
• Optimized for sharpening high-speed tool steel and non-ferrous metals
• Vitrified bond construction provides rigidity and heat resistance during grinding
• Designed for benchtop and pedestal grinder applications

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement or upgrade grinding wheel for standard benchtop and pedestal grinders accepting 8 inch wheels with 1 inch, 3/4 inch, or 5/8 inch arbor bores.

Installation Notes

Always disconnect power to the bench grinder before mounting or removing a grinding wheel. Inspect the wheel visually for cracks or chips before installation and perform a ring test by tapping the wheel lightly — a clear tone indicates an undamaged wheel. Follow the grinder manufacturer torque and flange specifications when securing the wheel; never over-tighten the arbor nut. Use appropriate eye protection and a wheel guard rated for the grinder speed when operating.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 8 inches
• Arbor Bore (Standard): 1 inch
• Adjustable Bushing Sizes: 1 inch, 3/4 inch, 5/8 inch
• Abrasive Material: Aluminum Oxide
• Bond Type: Vitrified
• Weight: 4.07 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: GATOR
• Manufacturer Part Number: 6002GA