Value Collection BTL-2 Buffing Spindle 0.25 in Id 0.625 in Od

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BTL-2 is a buffing spindle designed to mount buffing wheels on bench grinders, polishers, and similar rotary finishing equipment. With a 0.25 inch inside diameter and 0.625 inch outside diameter, this spindle uses a left-hand thread to secure safely during forward rotation. At 0.16 pounds, it is a compact mounting hardware component suited for metalworking, fabrication, and finishing applications. Machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and maintenance professionals install this type of spindle when setting up buffing or polishing operations on standard shop equipment.

This buffing spindle is used in light industrial and shop environments where buffing wheels are mounted to motor arbors or bench grinder shafts. It is appropriate for both production finishing lines and general maintenance shop use. The left-hand thread design is a standard feature for spindles installed on the left side of dual-arbor grinders, preventing the fastener from loosening under normal operating rotation.

Key Features

• 0.25 inch inside diameter and 0.625 inch outside diameter for standard buffing wheel fitment
• Left-hand thread prevents loosening during forward motor rotation
• Lightweight at 0.16 pounds for minimal added mass on the arbor
• Compact geometry — 3.63 inches in all package dimensions
• UNSPSC Code 31162300 for procurement and catalog classification

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard mounting hardware for buffing wheels with a 0.25 inch bore used on bench grinders and polishing machines with compatible arbor diameters.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists or maintenance technicians familiar with bench grinder arbor setups. Always disconnect and lock out power to the grinder before removing or installing any spindle hardware. Left-hand threaded spindles are tightened by turning counterclockwise — confirm thread direction before applying torque with a wrench. Ensure the buffing wheel bore matches the spindle outside diameter before assembly.