Sharpening Carbide Cutters (Woodturning How-to)

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Sharpening Carbide Cutters (Woodturning How-to)

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How to re-sharpen the carbide tipped cutters (inserts) on your turning tools.
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Did you know that you can sharpen the carbide cutter on your Easy Wood Tool or similar carbide insert turning tool? It turns out that you can, and it is really easy to do!
Check Your Cutter...
First, determine if your cutter is dull and needs to be sharpened. The easiest way to tell is if there is a lot of chatter or vibration when making a cut. Also, a dull cutter will require more force to make a cut.
Once you’ve decided it’s time to sharpen, inspect your cutter for any chips or dings. If the cutter is damaged don’t bother sharpening it, it is time to replace it. If it looks good make sure to wipe off the surface before sharpening.
Prepare to Sharpen...
Because carbide is so hard, traditional oil and water stones don’t work very well. We recommend a fine diamond stone between 600 and 1,000 grit.
IMPORTANT NOTE!
The only surface of the cutter you should sharpen is the top! You don’t want to sharpen the bevel and change the shape of the cutter. This is true for all shapes of cutters: round, square, diamond, radiused, etc.
Sharpen the Cutter...
Lay the stone flat and apply a few drops of lapping fluid (lapping fluid helps prevent clogging and rust).
Place the top surface of the cutter flat on the stone
Move the cutter around in a circular motion using light pressure
Use as much of the surface of your stone as possible to evenly apply wear. Sharpen for about 30 seconds (a black slurry will build up) and that’s it! Don’t forget to clean and care for your stone before putting it away for next time. You can sharpen your carbide cutters multiple times before they need replaced.
PRO TIP!
Most likely the rotation indicators on your cutter will be worn away during sharpening. Simply make a new mark on the bottom of your cutter with a permanent marker so you can easily keep track of dull surfaces as you rotate the cutter.
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@CraftSuppliesUSA 7 жыл бұрын

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@waynejoyner5813 19 күн бұрын

great video, I use you guys to learn from, buy from and every time I can. I think your the best.

@rroberts8501 2 жыл бұрын

5 years later and this helped a newbie tremendously. Just started turning last year and had been using and fighting with traditional tools. Got some carbide tools en route and wondered if there was an easy way to sharpen them, but didnt research it as I figured the old inserts were simply throw away. Good thing this vid popped up in my recommended list. Subbed!

@gregballard7438 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. This has saved me a lot of money buying new tips

@DavidFlick-kt1xw 5 ай бұрын

The only statement I would chalenge is when you said just as good as a new cutter. I'd say better than a new cutter. Thanks for directing me this way.

@bazlur-Vancouver 7 жыл бұрын

btw, I'm doing same thing since I bought the Easy tools turning tools with my own thinking. I don't use much other tools and without any previous experience as a wood turner I'm turning several stuffs , which I'm selling successfully in ebay and online made by me

@ryanbowley2223 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your content. Your videos were how I learned to turn.

@aaroncarey7209 3 жыл бұрын

that was to point man! 3 minutes and im feeling educated! way to go! that shirt is pretty fly!

@carolriley8472 2 жыл бұрын

Good to know...now I can sharpen all my carbide tips.

@jasonanderson6454 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thanks. I think I’ll keep my cutters a bit longer now

@joelesko1419 11 ай бұрын

I sure would like to see a program on setting angles and the advantages of each of the Vari Grind jig.

@kennethrodgers747 2 жыл бұрын

Great information

@CraftSuppliesUSA 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful

@gurmaildhiman7827 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mr Mice , nice job

@richardcrouch6389 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike good to know the proper procedures.

@beatsbydrew8930 6 жыл бұрын

That’s really helpful! I always wondered how circular bits were sharpened, I just thought the bevel was sharpened

@CraftSuppliesUSA 6 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video helpful!

@LarryDMitchell 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't know this. GREAT $$ saving idea.

@johnroth8275 7 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate your tips, thanks.

@CraftSuppliesUSA 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. We're glad you find them helpful.

@rsauve999 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mike - great information!

@americanwoodworkingtrickss6543 7 жыл бұрын

Good tip. Thanks

@DavidBird-uu8km Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information.

@jamesbarry6431 7 жыл бұрын

Good job , Mike.

@CraftSuppliesUSA 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks James!

@LynnLaceyLLWW 7 жыл бұрын

Great tip - thanks

@thomasarussellsr 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info

@rondavis6017 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you.

@CraftSuppliesUSA 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome :)

@luishernandez-jv3ml 7 жыл бұрын

maravilloso . beautifull

@ywhoy6567 6 жыл бұрын

thanks for the post

@marnas7809 2 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic. How many times could you sharpen them ya think??

@norm5785 4 ай бұрын

True

@buzzgreen20 Жыл бұрын

thanks brother

@brentmcfadden944 5 жыл бұрын

Bravo Sir! Much thanks!

@CraftSuppliesUSA 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome :)

@ridwanw 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for this info - indeed helpful

@CraftSuppliesUSA 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@mardakworkshop4450 2 жыл бұрын

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@CraftSuppliesUSA 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome !

@d0uble_O 6 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@MrBigdrewbowski 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I have a small problem. I have been turning a lot of pecan and I have a lot of pitch buildup. What is the best way of removing it?

@CraftSuppliesUSA 6 жыл бұрын

Try using acetone or a degreaser. Or you can try Trend Tool and Bit Cleaner that's available on our website. www.woodturnerscatalog.com/p/90/5821/Trend-Tool-%26-Bit-Cleaner

@daviddavidsonn3578 4 жыл бұрын

that is good to know.

@aprildegele1510 Жыл бұрын

Question: Can you use the back side of the cutter as a negative rake without damaging the blade? I'm just learning to turn pens and figured the best way to get the wood down (didn't know the things I know now about using the square blade, so there is that) and I flipped it over to use as a negative rake because one was not available in my area. Gave me very, very pretty, consistent shavings once the blank was round (and I trim excess from the corners to facilitate that).

@mdaley3102 3 жыл бұрын

There are so many different diamond stones out there with different looking surfaces, none of which I’ve found that say they can be used for carbide cutters. Can you please provide some vendors/item numbers I can look in to. Thank you

@alcinolima2776 5 жыл бұрын

Craft muito bom. Valeu.

@CraftSuppliesUSA 5 жыл бұрын

De nada

@kidclown222 4 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate this video, will this work on the Tin and HSS Robert Sorby inserts? Thanks

@tomski0081 7 жыл бұрын

I noticed you have a 600/1000 grit stone in the video but on the craft supplies website I only see 300/600. Where can I get the same stone that is used in the video?

@CraftSuppliesUSA 7 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the confusion on our website. The product is the Trend Carver's Stone. Here's a link. www.woodturnerscatalog.com/p/96/5879/Trend-Double-Sided-Carvers-Stone

@guygroulx7805 5 жыл бұрын

Question.... you are using a 600/1000 grit diamond. However you don’t say which one to use. You only use one side during the demo. Which one? Thank you

@CraftSuppliesUSA 5 жыл бұрын

Use the 1,000 grit side of the Carvers Stone. Here's a link. www.woodturnerscatalog.com/p/96/5879/Trend-Double-Sided-Carvers-Stone

@masjabrikdiy8422 2 жыл бұрын

Good ok

@unclemoe5733 5 жыл бұрын

What about negative rake scrapers ? Is there a way to sharpen them ?

@CraftSuppliesUSA 5 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately no, the negative rake cutters cannot be sharpened like the standard Easy Wood cutters.

@pjenslin1 3 жыл бұрын

I know you get mini, midi and large cutters. But do you know whether all midi sizes fit all midi shafts? Same with large or the small cutters.

@mr.mickles 5 жыл бұрын

Filmed in the basement of Mike's Romanian castle. Great sharpening tips....For a vampire.

@Rawc90 5 жыл бұрын

Mr. Mickles what does this comment even mean?!

@mr.mickles 5 жыл бұрын

Rawc90 Mike is clearly a vampire.

@alliedoneaccessories860 5 жыл бұрын

Can you sharpen the carbide parting tool?

@CraftSuppliesUSA 5 жыл бұрын

Yes. That cutter will sharpen the same way.

@joesheble5458 3 жыл бұрын

I know this is an old video, but I hope this still gets answered.... on that diamond stone, when sharpening carbide cutters, is there a big difference between the 600 grit, and the 1000 grit?

@CraftSuppliesUSA 3 жыл бұрын

There is a fairly big difference between the two. For carbide cutters I'd recommend the 600 if the cutter is in really bad shape and the 1000 for more of a touch up.

@joesheble5458 3 жыл бұрын

@@CraftSuppliesUSA Thank you. One more quick question, is there a point where this isn't feasible, and to just replace them? Realistically, how many time could one do this to sharpen the cutters?

@boooshes 2 жыл бұрын

@@joesheble5458 since these are carbide, you are removing a very small.portion of the top of the cutter when you sharpen, and only slightly changing the size of the top if the cutter. I would guess hundreds of sharpenings if you don't chip it.

@RKLeather 4 жыл бұрын

What if I dont have any "lapping oil"? Is there anything I can use in its place, temporarily?

@CraftSuppliesUSA 4 жыл бұрын

In a pinch, water will do. Just be sure to dry off the stone immediately afterward to avoid rusting. Also, be aware that using water will likely void Trend's 5 year warranty (they only guarantee their stones if you use their lapping fluid that is formulated to prevent rust, etc.)

@RKLeather 4 жыл бұрын

@@CraftSuppliesUSA I have a diamond card that I'll be using. Thanks

@brucevanderkamp7262 5 жыл бұрын

what is the best way to clean up the sharpening stones

@CraftSuppliesUSA 4 жыл бұрын

The best way we've found is with the Trend Diamond Stone Cleaning Block. www.woodturnerscatalog.com/p/96/5820/trend-Diamond-Stone-Cleaning-Block

@johnivarjakobsen6725 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, what is te lubricant? John

@rossandersen942 3 жыл бұрын

Lappimg fluid

@InstinctsFN 4 жыл бұрын

Is 600 grit ok to use

@mgbale01 4 жыл бұрын

This is just ok

@rs2143 5 жыл бұрын

By that cut on your thumb your hideing it must be sharp .

@jbrinkman8671 20 күн бұрын

That probably works for cutters made in China.

@TheSafecrkr1 7 жыл бұрын

For the most part this is a very good video. First of all, you're making carbide tools, not carbide cutters. Second, the reason you put a radius on the end of the tool is for clearance, NOT to give you a bevel that ride on the bowl. That would be very dangerous with the carbide cutter at the angle it would have to be at to rub that bevel. Sorry to be critical of an otherwise good video, I'm just trying to keep your audience SAFE. JIM