Belvel Table
A small table is provided in front of the belt
to help guide you and to provide a convenient
method of achieving a constant bevel angle.
It may be adjusted by means of the screw on
the side, or it may be
removed completely if
desired.
Cooling system
Grinding glass and rock will generate a tremendous amount of heat in the belt,
and requires some method of cooling the belt. In the Gryphon Wet Belt Sander,
the cooling is provided by a wet sponge that contacts the bottom of the belt. e
sponge remains wet because it sits in a water reservoir. It is imperative that the
water reservoir be kept full enough to keep the sponge wet at all times. e water
level should be slightly below the top of the sponge, otherwise there will be a great
deal of water splash. In addition to keeping the belt abrasive cool, the water will
capture some of the glass dust and minimize transmission of the glass dust through
the air. e only time that it is safe to use the sander without water is when you are
sanding soft material, such as wood.
e sponge fits in the water tray and is held in place by shoulders that are molded
into the water tray. e sander is designed to use a common kitchen sponge, which
is typically 3” by 5” by about 3/4” thick. Replacement sponges are readily available
from your grocer.
