Best Bench Grinder? Let’s Settle This! Harbor Freight Bauer vs JET, Hercules, Rikon, Shop Fox, Delta

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Bench Grinders: JET, Shop Fox, Rikon, Delta, SKIL, Hercules, Bauer, Performance Tool, WEN. Bench grinders tested for the amount of time for the grinder to reach full operating speed, wheel stop speed, electric motor torque, electric motor temperature after 15 minutes of intense use, electric motor watts under load, grinder weight, abrasive wheel quality and subjective build quality rating. I bought all of the bench grinders and all the equipment and supplies used to test the bench grinders to ensure an unbiased review. So, thank you for supporting the channel.
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@davidsteinhour5562 Жыл бұрын

This man is single-handedly putting an entire industry in check. We must protect him

@aaronfield7899 Жыл бұрын

I think you mean all industries.

@Cobyc5150 Жыл бұрын

He's putting the fear in the big corporations!

@not-a-raccoon Жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@DracoOmnia Жыл бұрын

I watch and like every video even when I'm not really interested!

@adamcullen7177 Жыл бұрын

@@DracoOmnia Absolutely

@stuckinthe60s69 Жыл бұрын

There's no doubt in my mind that this is THE channel for unbiased testing. Excellent job yet again.

@littlebit8901 Жыл бұрын

agreed 100%

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@ronaldmiller2740 Жыл бұрын

TRUE!!!!

@sparksmcgee6641 Жыл бұрын

He does great but he does miss a lot of things some tools are used for. And he's the only guy we could trust to convert power ratings, a corded 12 amp sawzall or angle grinder equals what on a battery unit??????

@sparksmcgee6641 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm walking in to buy a battery planer and logged on. Shocked I'm shocked I say!!!!!!!! First time there was nothing. Planers in a framer's bags are a big deal. Straighten out a piece of wood or clean up something so the next stud or wall fits snug. I'm cleaning up a bad framer's exterior door openings so the doors fit and it's Sunday afternoon!!!!! Project Farm what have I done to make you abandon me??? Todd, you need to talk to some workers with 20+ years using a tool so you can add or switch out a test to include testing some feature only pros know is important. For instance a good awl or some other small fine tip tool to tap in to hold your chalk line. plastic box chalkline shattered the first time I hit my new $20 stainless awl. You always had to get that one awl and there was only one metal chalkline back then, 2008. Don't think you did a pound the smooth side into a high quality fine point awl with 10-20lb from a 24 inch hight. Then test the pull out required on the awl.👻👻👻👻👻👻👻

@derkisdonenow6472 Жыл бұрын

I’m more impressed by the gadgets you make to test these products than how they stack up

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@jalee6587 5 ай бұрын

He probably just returns them after testing if it didn't get destroyed.

@JC-dt7jv 2 ай бұрын

@jalee6587 no, he's been know to give them away.

@bambambundy6 Жыл бұрын

Dude, I lost my 50 year old grinder in a move and haven't replaced it yet! Thank you for making a very difficult decision easier!!! You have a new subscriber!!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

@hxhdfjifzirstc894 Жыл бұрын

Honestly, have you thought about buying the same grinder that you lost? I can make you a deal on it.

@clarawesley7875 Жыл бұрын

Hello baby

@ramachandran8666 Жыл бұрын

This is by far the most trusted content I check before buying any shop or household tool. I am sure the manufacturers of these products envy or hate this channel for such thorough and "REAL IN USE" as well as "TORTURE" tests that consumers like me value. Even Consumer Reports don't have such innovative practical tests to compare such products most DIY and Shops around the world use. We the makers owe a lot of thanks and appreciate your passionate work Project Farm for us to make INFORMED DECISIONS

@HansMaximum Жыл бұрын

Man, the ethics of this guy is unparalleled. Imagine if he does wireless headphones and raycon is sponsoring him. The conflict of interest would be HUGE for us viewers. Sure, I bet he'd make a looooot of money, but us viewers trust him so much, that I think the viewership would tank.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@Oddman1980 Жыл бұрын

Not to mention PF is just more honest than Consumer Reports.

@fredinit Жыл бұрын

@@Oddman1980 And a lot more entertaining! 🙂

@GunnysWrenches Жыл бұрын

We were literally just talking about this in the shop this weekend, one of my son’s buddies was about to buy some oil and he was down to deciding between two brands and then was like “oh but can you pull up Project Farm in the office first ? I seen he did a video on it” and that made his decision easy. 👌 As always spot on & like how the video library is organized into different categories

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@farfignewgenfrackenheimer8865 Жыл бұрын

I speak on behalf of all who watch and support your channel - thank you for your meticulous well executed tests on things we all use and it is because of your hard work many of us choose what we spend our money on. Thank you and keep educating all of us.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@weirdowolfstudio5409 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm differential gear lube, video do you have one?

@MrAdoh2010 Жыл бұрын

Yeah it's the best money saving quality improving on buying tools. Now I know to buy Hercules grinding wheels instead of something more expensive and I get the best.

@R011T1DEROLL Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm I live in northern Ontario Canada.. temp just dropped below -30c... what about a cold oil start up with a see through piece like the one video you did. Can see what oil heats up the quickest etc. Thx brother! You're the best

@airsmith006able Жыл бұрын

You don't speak for me

@cherrycoke106 Жыл бұрын

I love to imagine what an absolute legend Todd is in his local hardware stores. The staff must get so excited every time he walks in!

@twohedwlf Жыл бұрын

Or they absolutely hate him. "You want 72 different drain snakes? I was just about to take a break for lunch!"

@andersenzheng Жыл бұрын

@@twohedwlf i would totally skip my lunch if some legend came in with the intention to torture test a whole product line up. Imagine being told a customer walks into your store, buying one of each drills, and he's gonna cut them in half

@ryankorte8601 Жыл бұрын

I do often wonder what his local Harbor Frieght store thinks of him!

@soulreaver019 Жыл бұрын

Todd aka "I know more than you".

@LESLASLESLAS Жыл бұрын

@@soulreaver019 don’t like it? Go read a book.

@paularnold6616 Жыл бұрын

I purchased a 6" Jet grinder over 20 years ago. I appreciate the cast tool rests. It still runs strong and quiet. I do wish it was bigger at times.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@mjremy2605 4 ай бұрын

No you don't. I bought an 8" Bauer bench grinder. It is dangerous and overkill for my sharpening needs. I wish I had a smaller one. The wheels are VERY VERY wobbly and I don't know how to balance them out. Seems a tough job. 6" is much more manageable.

@JoshuaWilley Жыл бұрын

I can just imagine all of the work you do to put all these tests together. Great job as always!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@trvman1 Жыл бұрын

Now, if I wasn't a CEO who just sits at my desk everyday counting my paycheck and bonus money :) I would send any new tool design or maybe even some existing ones to this guy and simply say, "Test it/them and let me know where we can make improvements". Nothing wrong with getting a paycheck for doing this as an INDEPENDENT quality control person. Just do a 1099 and if they don't like what your review is, no big deal. You aren't their employee. Employee's are far more likely to NOT speak up because they are employees and worried about their pay check.

@mobrien888 Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate all you do Project Farm. Great testing. Any chance you could do a mini electric screwdriver test? There are so many of the pencil style screwdrivers.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video idea!

@allothernamesbutthis Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm try and get a panasonic to review if you do.

@mikegraham7078 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm If you're testing precision electric screwdrivers then, for me, the most important thing to test is the accuracy of the torque setting. Tiny screws are easy to strip out if the driver isn't sensitive enough. My favourite is the M4 (yes, four volt) Milwaukee screwdriver #2101-22. It's a panel-builder's dream come true with its electronic torque system, but it's old and approaching obsolescence so maybe there is something as good or better out there.

@lonestar8042 Жыл бұрын

He has already done one! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/m8ecqMWLrLqclZc.html

@peterbenjamin8351 Жыл бұрын

The Dewalt one is top notch. Used it on a lot of small electronics and it's amazing.

@markgoing6971 Жыл бұрын

Bought the hercules with coupon for a little over $100. Motor appears to be very good, but one of the wheels is impossible to balance. Works very well with felt wheels. One of the advantages of variable speed is that you can also find a "sweet spot" minimizing vibration. Would love to see a test of 8" grinder wheels. Thank you for your reviews!!

@erth2man Жыл бұрын

If I'm thinking of buying a new tool or product I first check to see if you have done one of your excellent comparison tests. I love how you get right down to business without a two or three introduction like so many other KZfaq videos.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@andreyka64 Жыл бұрын

This was surprisingly the most linear performance / dollar test. Pretty awesome.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@5peciesunkn0wn Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Usually it's like, the second or third cheapest out performing the most expensive one lol.

@PerroneFord Жыл бұрын

Only anomaly there being the poor eye shield on the top unit. That's a bad miss honestly.

@nickw7619 Жыл бұрын

The time, money, and effort placed in to these videos is superb. You have saved me a bunch of money over the years doing these reviews. Thanks Todd!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@additudeobx Жыл бұрын

Join his Patreon. That helps make it happen.

@deanherrington Жыл бұрын

Have you paid him?

@FirstLast-vr7es Жыл бұрын

Your videos are an amazing resource. No more taking blind chances on a tool or relying on biased/purchased positive tool reviews. I can count on you giving us honest information. Thank you!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@joshlindsay2639 Жыл бұрын

Great test, thanks. We all appreciate your time and hard work.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@GianmarioScotti Жыл бұрын

Another top-notch review. You, sir, are an artist and an engineer all wrapped into a single, awesome entity.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lewiemcneely9143 Жыл бұрын

2nd this!

@drmarkintexas-400 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing I've had a 10 inch Baldor with a 1HP motor since 2005. 🏆🤗🇺🇲🙏

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@treed5679 Жыл бұрын

Baldor makes a fantastic grinder but hard to swallow that initial cost for me, especially when I’ve had a 3/4hp harbor freight grinder I use in my daily work with a multi tool attachment and it’s still working after 5yrs.

@jamesholland1727 Жыл бұрын

Have a Baldor that I bought in 79 - still working great it was worth the money

@treed5679 Жыл бұрын

@@jamesholland1727 I love to hear that, I know they are made in USA also and I sure like that.

@Garth2011 Жыл бұрын

@@jamesholland1727 Same here...Our 6" Baldor is painted Green from the old days 1970's...still works as it did when new. All USA made with quality bearings and motor. Cast iron on all parts except the tool rest.

@SnackAttack77 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for usually including HF's Bauer line, I love those tools and it's always interesting to see how they compare to other brands

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.

@commitmentphobe3045 Жыл бұрын

You are, by far, my go to when it comes to researching new tools/hardware to buy. Thank you so much and keep up the good work checking manufacturers and saving the common man money!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@TechTimeWithEric Жыл бұрын

When I was in need of a grinder I was looking at the WEN 6 inch on Amazon. I ended up catching the deal of a lifetime on a used JET 8 inch, and that thing has been a beast

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@wobblysauce Жыл бұрын

Sometimes garage sales are the place to be, a Jet for $10.

@TechTimeWithEric Жыл бұрын

@@wobblysauce I had answered an ad for a miter saw, and it turned out the guy had a big workshop and was retiring and moving to Florida and was liquidating everything. The original $40 ended up costing me almost $2,000 because I bought a lot from him lol

@Anonymous-it5jw Жыл бұрын

@@TechTimeWithEric Exactly the correct thing to do.

@wobblysauce Жыл бұрын

Like most things... how am I going to transport it all.

@Bdub1952 Жыл бұрын

We can always count on Todd for amazingly innovative testing/torture designs. Thanks again for all you do, Todd.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@fredinit Жыл бұрын

Underwriters Lab's, Consumer Reports, J.D.Power's - You call that a test? Here - hold my coffee.

@mdtransmissionspecialties Жыл бұрын

You make buying tools so much easier and for me as a shop owner and buying tools chemicals etc etc daily it seems. You definitely help my pocket along with my judgement so thank you for what you do.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@texasjetman Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great non bias review, well done, im grateful for your efforts, I have never owned a JET tool but have heard nothing but good things about them

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@zackphillips6648 Жыл бұрын

I would love to see a vintage baldor, Dayton, bd etc stack up against all these new ones. My favourite part about the old grinders is how quite and smooth they are.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@KreemieNewgatt Жыл бұрын

Baldor is still the machine shop go-to brand. Their 460V, 3-phase 14-inch grinders are ridiculous (and priced accordingly.) Their 4-pole motors are slow (you don't want a 14-inch wheel spinning at 3450 RPM, haha) and incredibly powerful.

@bertgrau3934 Жыл бұрын

@@KreemieNewgatt Baldor sold out to ABB, a Swedish company, they still build Baldor motors though. They are pretty good motors, but they have some poor management practices.

@keithyinger3326 Жыл бұрын

I have two different bench grinders that I use. One has a grinding wheel and a wire brush, and the other one has a grinding wheel and a cotton buffing wheel. The grinder with the buffing wheel is my grandfather's old craftsman. It turns on and gets up to full speed in about 2 seconds. I can lay into that buffing wheel and it doesn't bog down at all. I've leaned on it so hard it spins the wheel in the mount, but the motor is still going full speed. The other grinder is a harbor freight Central Machinery brand. It takes a little over 5 Seconds to get up to full speed. And even using the grinding wheel it's pretty easy to get it to slow down. I can lay into the grinding wheel on the old craftsman pretty hard and it just chugs along. Both are supposedly half horse motors, but that old craftsman half horse has been eating a lot more oats than the newer horse I think.

@harindugamlath Жыл бұрын

Exactly baldor grinders last a long time and smooth.

@danlah1303 Жыл бұрын

Being so particular about making tests objective as possible and clearly calling out subjective judgments makes your subjective judgements much more valuable. Thank you!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!

@Prof_ZZ Жыл бұрын

i have the wen and use it all the time. i must say it holds up really well and im very happy with it. ive never had it stall and ive abused this thing. insane how quiet it is

@baddazzriderturner3321 Жыл бұрын

Every time I watch your videos you impress the hell out of me, the amount of work you put into these tests is amazing and I trust everything you do, you da man 👌

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@markc7551 Жыл бұрын

The innovative and comprehensive tests along with fantastic condensed content and editing make this an exceptionally valuable and informative channel. Thanks for all you do! Please keep up the great work.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@trajectoryunown Жыл бұрын

His innovative testing methods are what really got me hooked. Frequently I find myself saying "how could that even be verified" then he comes in with some MacGyver-esque contraction.

@dave_n8pu Жыл бұрын

Having worked in tool sharpening for 12 years before retiring, the one thing I noticed was the grinding wheel wobble on start up on just about all of them. That would make it difficult to get a good edge on whatever was being sharpened. That was the first thing I did after getting my bench grinder from Harbor Freight, dressing the wheel where I was going to use it. Enjoyed your demonstration of the different grinders.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

The shafts on these cheese whiz grinders just aren't very true. There's a shoulder the retaining washer sits on and it's usually all out of wack. These are not precision machines.

@MarkR874 Жыл бұрын

Thank you again for staying unsponsored and maintaining the integrity of your channel. It is really appreciated!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@ssnydess6787 Жыл бұрын

Excellent test design as always. I bought a Bauer several years ago and had problems with excessive wobbles in two grinders. I eventually settled on a Ryobe. Next time please include a wobble test and the Ryobe brand. Well Done!

@robertbikers9502 7 ай бұрын

A few of the grinders have obviously bent shafts. You can see them on the startup tests.

@thaddeuscosse9527 Жыл бұрын

Great thing about these reviews, is that you aren't just reviewing the top of the top. You really help people like myself who are looking to get the best bang for their dollar.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@someyoungguy1923 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video as usual. Use the Jet grinder at work daily. It's gone up in price over the years. The best thing is the tool rest and gaurds are easily available. Our grinder at the shop is over 13 years old.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

@Oddman1980 Жыл бұрын

So what you're saying is the JET grinder is actually the cheapest.

@ryangross5446 Жыл бұрын

@@Oddman1980 The JET is definitely a buy once cry once type of tool. almost everything they make is like that, unbelievable quality and power, but not cheap. I used a 36 inch Jet bandsaw before and that thing was a beast. you could mill a 2ft diameter log into boards and it wouldnt bog down in the slightest.

@zone47 Жыл бұрын

Very well thought out testing! Thank you for keeping your fellow tool guys informed.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@bobgaylord8883 Жыл бұрын

Great test! You've helped me pick some well performing tools and saved me time & frustration with under achieving tools, at the same time. Thank you.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Glad to hear!

@wjeiv Жыл бұрын

I'm very appreciative of your balance of being scientifically accurate/consistent vs the law of diminishing returns (staying pragmatic and not going overboard). It's also been interesting to see how you've navigated the proliferation of products you need to review per video and balancing that with the breadth of tests while still being mindful of the video length. Very impressive. Now it's been a few years, I've noticed I'm using your videos like a library; joined the patreon as a result. Kudos!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@977Hlogger Жыл бұрын

Always a pleasure to see your unbiased reviews and some of the creative and ingenious tests you come up with! By the way I just bought a Dewalt bench grinder a few weeks ago, so far so good…

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you! How do you like the DeWalt?

@977Hlogger Жыл бұрын

I really like it so far, it’s pretty heavy duty and seems to have decent power. I was just thinking if you could do a test on magnetic drills if you haven’t done one yet, I’m looking to add one to my arsenal of tools… your annular cutter test you did a few weeks ago would go hand in hand with mag drills!

@rbalara31 Жыл бұрын

I also have the Dewalt. No complaints.

@stauker.1960 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm they seem good, works for drill bit

@zygmuntthecacaokakistocrat6589 Жыл бұрын

I've had a DeWalt grinder for nearly 8 years and it's like the ShopFox in build and accessory level (same factory?). The only thing I've changed was the switch, putting a red mushroom push-1/4 twist switch in place of the rocker switch.

@jimbusmaximus4624 11 ай бұрын

I came back to this video to comment after I bought my new grinder. I'm very grateful for your dedication to give us thorough and unbiased reviews! Thank you for helping make the right choice! ✌️

@ProjectFarm 11 ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@timothyhendershott9333 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the great videos. I appreciate your unbiased testing. I think many of your viewers would be interested in a portable table saw test. Thanks again, keep up the community service.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks fore the video idea.

@LemonySnicket-EUC Жыл бұрын

The Jet appears to be 469.00 right now. I bought 2 of these 2 years ago and they get the job done for me. Great video Todd.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

@frenchonion4595 Жыл бұрын

I always wondered if they were worth the money guess they are

@tcp8946 Жыл бұрын

I have worked at or toured dozens and dozens of shops and I have never been to one that didn't have Jet grinders. Even the small mom pop shops I have seen spring for the extra cost. They are great. Only time I have seen one fail was when second shift left it on before turning out the lights so it ran for an entire weekend and the motor burned up.

@REDBIRD-95 Жыл бұрын

I purchased my 6 inch "King" (Canadian company) bench grinder from Costco many years ago, still has the original grinding wheels on it. It has been a very good grinder, but takes forever to stop spinning after it is turned off. Thank you for the great video, Todd. I better get off the computer and do some snowblowing...again😜

@ThatGuy-sd3zl Жыл бұрын

We have a German made bench grinder, forgot the brand name but that thing is still working 30years later. Just recently the brake stopped working. When it worked it stopped in a few seconds.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@xippzap Жыл бұрын

The best bench grinder you will ever find is a "Baldor" i own 3 of them (1) 3 phase 220 volt (1) single phase 220 volt and (1) 110-volt small bench grinder. All of these are 35 plus years old and still operate flawlessly. These have been in a family business for their entire life and used on an almost daily basis. If you find one at a sale buy it.

@zylent8251 Жыл бұрын

@@ThatGuy-sd3zl Metabo?

@Rudy97 Жыл бұрын

It should take long to stop, a sign of good quality bearings.

@xxxblanco Жыл бұрын

I love how he just jumps right into it, no BS...keep it up brotha!!!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@Random-ed2xf Жыл бұрын

I have the Delta got it years ago and works great.

@jrwhite7916 Жыл бұрын

Your efforts do not go unnoticed! Your unbiased, creative, and "real world" testing are nothing short of amazing. Consumer Reports needs to get on board with you. They reach a whole lot of people and your insight would be a wonderful addition. As long as they don't let bureaucracy get in the way.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@briarpalek9254 Жыл бұрын

I have gotten Consumer Reports for many years, and they are not what they once were. I believe they have been corrupted by industry. Best reviews go to the highest bidder. This dude is golden to those of us who seek fair and honest reviews. We are much better served if he remains independent of the corporate machine.

@jrwhite7916 Жыл бұрын

@@briarpalek9254 you are probably correct. I would just like to see his efforts reach a much larger audience. I stumbled on this channel by accident. There are countless people out there who could use this kind of insight.

@briarpalek9254 Жыл бұрын

@@jrwhite7916 I understand your point and have to agree 👍

@StubProductions Жыл бұрын

Consumer Reports are a bunch of creeps

@ThatJerkFromCali Жыл бұрын

Best channel on youtube! No sponsors= Great useful content

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@pomonabill220 Жыл бұрын

Great review! Based on what you presented, I went an bought the Hercules at my local HF. I was looking at the ShopFox as well as I wanted the variable speed, but I had a 25% off coupon for HF so that sealed the deal!!! I wanted to find out how the speed controller was working and I was VERY impressed!!! It isn't just a simple AC control but actually uses a dedicated AC motor speed controller integrated circuit with optical tachometer feedback!!!! They use a disk with 12 slots cut in it that is attached to the shaft of the motor, and an optical slot on the disk. The output from the optical slot is fed back to the controller IC and corrects for changes in speed, keeping the speed constant. So at 3590 RPM, the tach signal is 718 Hz or pulses per second. I was also able to re-adjust the minimum speed on my grinder to 1400 rpm for grinding carbide lathe cutters. The motor current is also monitored and is used for overcurrent/stall protection. There is also a soft start function on the IC that isn't being used for this grinder, but I changed that! The integrated circuit used for motor control is made by Telefunken and is part number U211B2. I was able to get a data sheet on the IC so I could understand how it was used. VERY good deal for a bench grinder, WITH the 25% off coupon, came in right at about $100!!!! I am guessing but the ShopFox might use the same speed control method, but the price was alot higher than I wanted to spend, plus the coupon for the Hercules! Thanks again for your work!

@2mustange Жыл бұрын

Is there a write up for that soft start function? Or anything out there for me to look into that?

@timmyseim734 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great testing.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@vapertrail5389 Жыл бұрын

Another great video and informative as usual. My Dremel tool is needing replacement and would love to see a rotary tool comparison if you are looking for a video idea. Thanks for all the hard work, time, and money you invest in doing this for us.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the video idea.

@tsloan2100 Жыл бұрын

Yes. This please.

@rickbailey7183 Жыл бұрын

If the chuck just suddenly stopped moving but the motor still spins, you can replace the tubular style connector inside for a couple bucks. There’s a video on KZfaq showing you how and what part to order, it’s really easy.

@biomorphic Жыл бұрын

Looks like a good idea.

@johncooper4637 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm If you do, you might include Foredom.

@kevinwasilauskis8943 Жыл бұрын

In the age of the Amazon affilate program that officially ruined the honest review, I appreciate your dedication to giving it to us straight. It would be interesting to see an endoscope review!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion. Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it

@g.fortin3228 Жыл бұрын

Damn good testing.. You are the "consumer reports" for tools and it's appreciated. Wow I love Jet tools, but they don't give em' away ! Guess it depends if your using it often or just once in a while. Nice testing !

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@DOPEXAMP Жыл бұрын

Great content as always. It would be awesome to see a rigging video in the future: chainfalls, come-alongs, straps, and shackles.

@ProjectFarm 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@marklucas5703 Жыл бұрын

Been a long-time viewer. I think I’ve watched all your videos. They’re just fantastic. I used to be a content development manager, and if your channel was around then, I would have pointed all my staff to it. You’ve managed to capture a perfect methodology for organic growth: you’ve started with solid, useful, well-organized content and kept at it, sticking to a proven methodology and the audience has found you. Some of my staff would always ask about quicker growth through what I referred to as “the dark arts” of social media: pumping up followers with false users, following/unfollowing strategies, paid reviews and sponsorships. I told them those things were harmful, because they muddy the picture of the genuine viewership, who are ultimately the only valuable subscribers. So, excellent job. Btw: would love to see a video on garage heaters, another on 100W solar panels, and another on Lithium car batteries.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the video idea.

@SgtStang Жыл бұрын

Yes, protect him we must.

@simulation993 Жыл бұрын

I second the video idea on garage heaters! that would be wonderful and extremely useful.

@deanherrington Жыл бұрын

Yeah, but have you and all your staff paid Todd?

@ericb5447 Жыл бұрын

Solid video as always. Thanks for doing such good work comparing products.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@nigelqflarp Жыл бұрын

Excellent test as always, I have a pair of Ryobi bench 8” grinders, I picked over the years. One is the old blue, the other the newer green. Both run circles around my thirty year old chinesium, 8”, 3/4 chinchilla powered, push start grinder of my youth. I would be awesome to see a sit down episode of you describing how you come up with ideas of how “we’re going to test that”. ✌🏻

@deanherrington Жыл бұрын

Poooorrrrr little chinchillas.

@Jeff-hn7gi 3 ай бұрын

I'm in the market for one of these so it was very nice to see the tests

@ProjectFarm 3 ай бұрын

Glad to hear!

@critical-thought Жыл бұрын

Nice to see Hercules in the lineup. I have used many of their tools over the last 3 years, in pretty harsh conditions. I am genuinely impressed with their cost/performance.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@videodistro Жыл бұрын

Good to know. Thanks.

@sparksmcgee6641 Жыл бұрын

In the top tier of home building there is a lot of people doing the highest quality work in the WORLD, that had to use harbor freight to afford going out and starting their own business. If you can't afford to buy higher quality by the time you burn it out or break it, you need a business mentor to help you with pricing.

@critical-thought Жыл бұрын

@@sparksmcgee6641 My use case is very different. I am restoring untended land and its structures. I need adequate tools that will survive drops, dirt, and hard use for tasks for which they may not be intended. Despite the difficult environment, I have not yet had to replace any of the tools.

@MAGAMAN Жыл бұрын

The chinese slave labor market would like to thank you.

@TitaniumZX Жыл бұрын

What a great review. You have some amazing testing methodology. I can only imagine the planning, testing and video editing involved. Thank you for keeping these reviews legit.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@Ukepa Жыл бұрын

I love these comparisons... he tests things I would never think of in a fast and accurate way!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kao1969 Жыл бұрын

Video Suggestion - Small engine comparison. Many DIYers use 200cc to 400cc engines for projects such as log splitters, track sleds, go carts, etc... Would love to see the Predator vs DuroMax vs Honda, etc.... Torque, HP, RPM, Weight, Cold Starting, Electric start options, Hours of run time, Oil quality after hard use, Engine wear, Noise level, Ease of maintenance (spark plug, carburetor, etc..)

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@silver2000tj1 Жыл бұрын

Another great test, I can't tell you how many times I have looked for a product review on your youtube page before going to buy it. You are doing a phenomenal job of providing real-life, unbiased testing.... keep up the great work... your efforts don't go unnoticed!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@braxtonnelson7422 Жыл бұрын

I got my Delta bench grinder almost 30 years ago when I caught it on a clearance sale for $4.00. It is still going strong now, and I use it mostly for sharpening lawnmower blades.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@matthewnardin7304 Жыл бұрын

Oh I think I suggested bench grinders a while back... I'm sure others did too but I'm really glad you did this. Thanks for all the work you put into these videos!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for suggesting this video idea!

@bt6770 Жыл бұрын

Always a pleasure to watch your videos. The one tool that has always broken for me over the year is TORX sockets , not the bits but the socket sets. I have broken almost every brand out there over the years as a mechanic. Would love to see you do a video on those

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video idea.

@Kanesgarage Жыл бұрын

How long does it take you to put these videos together From beginning to end including editing, filming, etc? You put so much effort into each and every video you make. We appreciate it!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Between 50 to 75 hours. Thanks!

@donleamon8653 Жыл бұрын

I have several JET pieces including a RH tilt cabinet table saw and 16” surface planer. Referb’d an old horizontal metal cutting band saw with new parts from JET. No complaints with their stuff. Not sure what effects them purchasing Powermatic had on their stuff years ago had…

@Kanesgarage Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm wow

@BobBohner4851 Жыл бұрын

You’re amazingly great at designing and doing stress tests. Thanks so much

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@del-boysnostalgiatvads7416 Жыл бұрын

You do the lawnmower huh, ???

@xcesarxramosx Жыл бұрын

Bought the Bauer last year, does the job. Thanks for the info

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@acarleton2000 Жыл бұрын

Another great video that made my decision easy when buying a tool for the garage. You are the go to for testing results and because of that I have nothing but the best working tools in my garage! Thank you for making these videos!!! Keep them coming!!!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@ThatGuy-sd3zl Жыл бұрын

Would be cool to see a comparison among chainsaw bar oils. Lubricity and viscosity when they’re hot and cold.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video idea.

@jab100lochaber Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm ..and aging if left in saws used infrequently...some repair channels show the bio type oil thickens up & plug lines over time ...

@ThatGuy-sd3zl Жыл бұрын

@@jab100lochaber If you’re not using the saw a lot just drain it back into the container. Saws will typically leak when left standing.

@EfficientRVer Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Don't forget to include corn oil and canola oil. I use my chainsaw infrequently enough that it's a small extra cost to use those food oils and not care what plants and so forth that I get the oil on.

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

Is it really that critical? As long as there's something on the bar you should be OK.

@JFSX Жыл бұрын

Not that I have room for one of these, I am glad I can count on the thorough testing you always do. Hope to see motorcycle/atv oil tests sometime!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video idea!

@JELWwL6unE8V7iGB3 Жыл бұрын

If you do another test, I've often thought Baldor is a pretty good name in bench grinders. Of course, that company was recently sold, but it might be worth testing the new Jet versus a used Baldor that costs the same. Baileigh Industrial and Grizzly Industrial might be a couple of other brands worth testing. If I was going to have variable speed in a bench grinder, I'd probably get one with a nice simple three phase squirrel cage motor and then get a single phase to three phase variable frequency drive. In lower horsepowers, VFDs are quite economical these days, and they're very good at protecting the motors they operate.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@deanherrington Жыл бұрын

Hey Todd. As an aircraft owner I rely on the legendary Mike Busch (owner of Savvy Aviation), an A@P and IA mechanic, who has saved many hundreds of owners many zillions of dollars by preventing them from being defrauded by criminally unscrupulous (or just plain incompetent) aircraft mechanics all over the US. Mike has a KZfaq channel also. Todd, you are a legend in the tool testing field, and I've made recommendations and my own purchases based on your incredible knowledge. Many thanks !!!!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for sharing!

@Gravattack Жыл бұрын

Mate you always do the most incredibly well thought out tests. I think there are a lot of us who wished they'd come up with the same channel idea, but there is no way i'd have thought about even 1/4 of the tests you come up with. Well done

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@deanherrington Жыл бұрын

Took the words right outta my brain.

@ParchmentKH77ftw Жыл бұрын

A little niche, but I'm very curious about backpack vacuums. They're a must have for working in confined or cluttered spaces, or where the terrain (stairs) makes it impractical to use a floor unit. Also a must have for containing dust and debris when doing a small punchlist in a finished home. I'd want to see how it performs hooked up to a router or planer, and compare performance of the wand on carpets vs solid flooring. dB would be really important too! Comfort wearing it is subjective but options for adjustment and hose length/accessory storage would be important to me.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video idea!

@chrisd4liberty Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting the Channel! I really appreciate it!

@lukelegg9915 Жыл бұрын

My JET from some time in the 90s is still doing amazing, never had any issues at all

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@lewiemcneely9143 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Commander and put this test on the A-PLUS side. Looks to me like you covered everything and I really liked the load and lie dectot aspects and the overall looking over was spot on too. I have my side grinder but not a bench grinder. No bench but the tailgate to put it on but am in the process of making a polisher out of an old belt drive Delta setup. Hope all is well on the Farm and winter is wearing out and wearing us out too. Stay warm and BLESSINGS 2 yall!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Hi Lewie, Always appreciate you kind words and positive feedback! You always have a strategy to achieve the task at hand without expensive equipment and your ideas are pure genius! All is well on the farm and the cattle are busily eating through the hay faster than I can grow it. lol. Wishing yall many BLESSINGS!!!!

@lewiemcneely9143 Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm You know me way too well with poverty and desperation being my main motovator.........and paying attention to a lot of older folks that knew a whole lot more than I did. That's why I ALWAYS get a kick out of another video from the Farm. ALWAYS informative and entertaing at the same time. 10/4 on the hungry cows and we'll be sweating before too long. Can't believe that Valentines Day is almost here already. Seems like it was last month. Take care, keep after it, watch out for Cousin Eddie and BLESSINGS and BUNCHES of 'em!

@astruxium Жыл бұрын

Fascinating tests! Usually the best performance for the money is in the mid range options, but that Jet grinder was an excellent machine and you'd definitely get what you pay for if you need a bulletproof bench grinder.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@michaellinner7772 Жыл бұрын

Do you actually have problems with people shooting at your grinders?

@tdg911 Жыл бұрын

Wow impressive comparison, thank you for taking the time to do this

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@matthewalbright8951 Жыл бұрын

I have my grandfathers 1/4 HP SEARS grinder from 82’. I appreciate the work you put into this video. If mine ever dies I know what to upgrade to. Here’s my suggestions: 1.) Torpedo levels 2.) pocket knives round 3 (I got a bunch of Tac-force brands) 3.) Drill Presses Keep up the great work and look forward to next Sunday!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@robertlawrence9000 Жыл бұрын

Another great Project Farm showdown! These test methodologies are VERY IMPRESSIVE!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@allthingsconsidered3211 Жыл бұрын

The unbiased legend himself!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@billsimpson604 Жыл бұрын

I have a Performance Tool one that went underwater during Hurricane Katrina. I washed it out with fresh water & let it dry for a few days. The thing started right up, only thing the bearings are so rusted that the noise prevents using it without ear protection on.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@hughallen8704 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the performance testing of the bench grinders. You are the best.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@mikeladuca289 Жыл бұрын

I have to admit I don't always watch your videos for the products tested. I admire your creativity when it comes to your test rigs. Awesome!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@tinetannies4637 Жыл бұрын

Love the testing methodologies, always both creative and informative

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@stannov Жыл бұрын

As always, great content. I'm looking forward to a review on portable, battery operated tire inflation pumps. The review you did 3 years ago was great but there are new players on the market and this technology seems promising for motorcycle enthusiasts like myself where space is at a premium.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@Beaches_south_of_L.A. Жыл бұрын

Excellent testing parameters sir! Nicely done.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@volvo09 Жыл бұрын

Awesome tests as usual! Love how you tested power using the alternator!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@richardflagg3084 Жыл бұрын

Amazing how Todd keeps going week after week and I always look forward to it! Great testing in this one. Thank you for everything you do. Not surprised that the lower price point grinders looked very cheesey. It just reminds us all to do the research (and watch previous videos from this channel) and buy something decent. I think most would have some buyers remorse purchasing some of the cheaper offerings shown here.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@bertgrau3934 Жыл бұрын

That's not necessarily true, if someone only uses a bench grinder once in a while, no need to spend a lot of money for a really good grinder. A cheap one will do ok. Just my opinion, I use a good grinder with a wire brush, I use the wire brush more than the stone. It's very good for cleaning, or rust removal.

@byronnightingale5550 Жыл бұрын

You deserve top marks for test strategy and originality. You have evolved into something very important. You have indeed evolved into one truly unbiased and impartial tester of commercially available goods. An unbiased and impartial test has value beyond any television advertisement and in my opinion, this is how a television advertisement needs to be. The JET brand was the most expensive but well worth it. A machine that spools up quickly is going to be important in a commercial environment. You certainly get what you pay for. You do excellent work with every test. You are indeed single-handedly putting an entire industry in check. And that is to be commended.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@spencelloyd Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your hard work!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!

@adamgea Жыл бұрын

I was literally shopping 8" bench grinders yesterday, and here is PF with all the answers to questions I hadn't even figured out how to ask. Excellent content!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@allinaday3526 Жыл бұрын

Get a belt sander instead, we used a beach grinder for years, the day we got a belt sander, we NEVER used the beach grinder again, belt sanders are far Superior in every way.

@adamgea Жыл бұрын

@Brandon Horst each tool has its place. A bench grinder with adjustable speed makes a great starting point for building out a 2x72. They can also use buffing wheels, whereas a belt sander is limited to abrasive actions only.

@allinaday3526 Жыл бұрын

@@adamgea thats what i did with our beach grinder, put 2 buffing wheels on it

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

Buy something decent used. What's available today is a joke. None of the bench grinders I own take any time to spin up at all. It's flip the switch and they're going full speed.

@spirokaglis Жыл бұрын

Incredible work! Can you please compare different Airless Paint sprayers! Brands like Graco 695 HiBoy, Titan 440, etc. Will be much appreciated. Thank you for your Content!

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video idea!

@th3R0b0t Жыл бұрын

The Graco 695 and and Titan 440 are in different leagues as far as Gallons Per minute. The Graco 695 is more comparable to Titan 640.

@Formerlywarmer 7 ай бұрын

Wow very nice. I’ve got a 3/4 hp jet I bought used but in near new condition for $45 about 20 years ago and it’s been abused and still works like new other than the switch went out I put a single pole household switch on it. It doesn’t look as big as this one but I’m gonna look Tmro morning and compare. Thx for another great informative comparison sir !

@ProjectFarm 7 ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@montegtaylor Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@jimbobxcityguy5338 Жыл бұрын

Would love to see a video on your life and how things in it led you to do these tests better then most I've seen. I wouldn't be surprised if you were raised on a farm. Keep up the good work.

@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@timmturner Жыл бұрын

The name says it all really.

@RaffBuilding Жыл бұрын

He's actually a Manhattan vascular surgeon. Just does these vids after work ;)

@charlesemmer8856 Жыл бұрын

BTW, I noticed significant grinding wheel wobble for several of the grinders at start up. This can cause excess vibration of the grinder and the work surface. Good quality wheels usualy run true.

@1pcfred Жыл бұрын

It's not always the wheels. These grinders are machined so poorly the shoulder that holds the retaining washers on them often has a wobble to it. Plus the washers themselves are usually just stamped steel.

@markc7551 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for this fantastic comparison and review. An issue that I have experienced with inexpensive grinders is non concentric grinding wheels causing excessive runout and vibration.

@ProjectFarm 6 ай бұрын

You are welcome!