Revolution 2X72 Belt Grinder

[Angler]

How's it going, everybody?!

Last few weeks I spent on building this crazy machine - the Revolution 2X72 Inches Belt Grinder designed by Brian House with 1.5HP 3Phase Baldor Industrial Motor and VFD(Variable Frequency Drive) which also makes 1PH to 3PH
I had to learn a lot during this process, this was my first welding project. Lots of hours and elbow grease were put in this machine! But I am one happy owner now! This is a huge upgrade for my tiny 1X30 Grinder!

Enjoy the video!

https://youtu.be/H7tiTI-803U

Thank You for watching!

Cheers!

[CNP]

Quite the project.....nice job!

[tirebob]

Nice man!!

I have a KMG with the 10" wheel and the flat platen as well. I just bought the chassis and built it with a 3hp 3 phase and VFD. No video's unfortunately but cool units! I hear you about the upgrade. I went from a 1/2hp 1x42 to the KMG 2x72.

I haven't been able to do any work for a while now since moving and not having a shop now but hopefully soon! I hate having all my equipment in storage... Ugggh!

https://beaumontmetalworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/KMG-10-VS1.jpg

[Angler]

Quite the project.....nice job!

Thanks!

[Angler]

Nice man!!

I have a KMG with the 10" wheel and the flat platen as well. I just bought the chassis and built it with a 3hp 3 phase and VFD. No video's unfortunately but cool units! I hear you about the upgrade. I went from a 1/2hp 1x42 to the KMG 2x72.

I haven't been able to do any work for a while now since moving and not having a shop now but hopefully soon! I hate having all my equipment in storage... Ugggh!

https://beaumontmetalworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/KMG-10-VS1.jpg

That's one nice-looking machine you got there! I hope you'll find a way to get it to work soon! It shouldn't be sitting in storage!

[tirebob]

That's one nice-looking machine you got there! I hope you'll find a way to get it to work soon! It shouldn't be sitting in storage!
Tell me about it... Grinding in the house did not make my wife happy though :(

[Phil McCracken]

Excellent job on the grinder Angler! I enjoy your videos.

Wished I would have learnt welding way back then.

I still use my 1X42.
One of these days, I will upgrade.

Tirebob: I too am looking at the KMG brand. The Canadian supplier used to be located about 50 kms. from my house (near Sundre), but recently moved to BC.

Shoulda pulled the trigger then and would have saved a pile on shipping...hindsight is 20/20...

[tirebob]

Excellent job on the grinder Angler! I enjoy your videos.

Wished I would have learnt welding way back then.

I still use my 1X42.
One of these days, I will upgrade.

Tirebob: I too am looking at the KMG brand. The Canadian supplier used to be located about 50 kms. from my house (near Sundre), but recently moved to BC.

Shoulda pulled the trigger then and would have saved a pile on shipping...hindsight is 20/20...
Yep that is who I bought the chassis through myself. Then a buddy of mine who build pumps for O&G got the motor and VFD for me. I wish I had a finished pic!

[no-regard]

Really good video. Looks like a very fun project, enjoy! Favorite quote:

"One is male, one is female. They're going to love each other." :lol:

[Angler]

Excellent job on the grinder Angler! I enjoy your videos.

Wished I would have learnt welding way back then.

I still use my 1X42.
One of these days, I will upgrade.

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Thanks, Phil!
Oh, man! What a huge difference after using my 1x30!!!
This thing is a beast! Chews through the metal like butter!
I'm so happy with this build, even though it took a lot of time and Elbow Grease to make it happen!

It's never too late! Get the plans and giver!

Cheers!

[Angler]

Really good video. Looks like a very fun project, enjoy! Favorite quote:

"One is male, one is female. They're going to love each other." :lol:

Hahahaha!
Thanks, man!

[Iron Brew]

Hey Angler - For the seam, check out fireball tools.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jr4Capx8XI

These guys have resources beyond mine, but he is self made from the shop. Pretty interesting.

[Grizzly Adams]

Hey Angler - For the seam, check out fireball tools.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jr4Capx8XI

These guys have resources beyond mine, but he is self made from the shop. Pretty interesting.

You can also buy all the pieces ready cut, but that wouldn't be any fun. I'm going to throw my welding table out, here. No sense wasting the old barbecue. :lol:

https://i.imgur.com/Q6frX2D.jpg

Grizz