Gator 6005GA 6 Inch Bench Grinding Wheel

Product Description

The GATOR 6005GA is a 6-inch vitrified aluminum oxide bench grinding wheel designed for use on benchtop and pedestal grinders. It is built for fast cutting on tool steel and other hard metals, making it a practical choice for sharpening metal cutting tools in a shop or workshop setting. The wheel ships with an adjustable telescopic reducer bushing that accommodates multiple arbor bore sizes, reducing the need for separate adapters. Licensed tradespeople and experienced shop users typically select this wheel for routine tool maintenance and edge restoration work.

The 6005GA is suited for benchtop grinder setups where metal cutting tools require periodic sharpening or reshaping. The aluminum oxide abrasive composition handles tool steel and non-ferrous metals effectively. The included telescopic reducer bushing fits arbor bore sizes of 1 inch, 3/4 inch, 5/8 inch, and 1/2 inch, giving this wheel broad compatibility across common bench grinder arbor configurations without requiring additional hardware.

Key Features

• Vitrified aluminum oxide construction for fast, consistent cutting on tool steel and non-ferrous metals
• 6-inch wheel diameter sized for standard benchtop and pedestal grinders
• Adjustable telescopic reducer bushing included — fits 1 inch, 3/4 inch, 5/8 inch, and 1/2 inch arbor bores
• Designed for sharpening and reshaping metal cutting tools
• Sold individually (each)

Compatibility

Designed for use on standard benchtop and pedestal grinders that accept a 6-inch grinding wheel. The included adjustable bushing accommodates arbor bore sizes of 1 inch, 3/4 inch, 5/8 inch, and 1/2 inch.

Installation Notes

Always power down and unplug the bench grinder before mounting or removing a grinding wheel. Inspect the wheel for cracks or chips before installation — never mount a damaged wheel. Follow the grinder manufacturer's instructions for proper wheel seating, flange torque, and guard clearance. Eye protection and a face shield are required when operating a bench grinder.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 6 inches
• Arbor Bore Sizes (Adjustable): 1 inch, 3/4 inch, 5/8 inch, 1/2 inch
• Abrasive Material: Aluminum oxide
• Bond Type: Vitrified
• Weight: 2.273 pounds
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: GATOR
• Manufacturer Part Number: 6005GA