DRILL SHARPENER / Greater versatility, easier setting and a more
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robust construction are features of the new model DS1A drill sharpener recently lauched by Adko Sharpening Machine Co.
No skill or complicated procedures are necessary with the new model. Setting takes less than 10 seconds and simply entails laying the drill in the V tool carrier. A high degree of accuracy is achieved as each cutting edge is ground to a depth stop.
The grinding wheel is kept in prime condition by a permanently fitted diamond dresser which transverses the face of the wheel — an added safety factor. A low-voltage lamp illuminates the drill point, giving excellent vision during grinding.
The sharpener is suitable for drills with a diameter of three to 30mm, with straight or tapered shanks and for drills with lengths up to a maximum of 300inm.
Various point angles can be obtained by simply fixing the appropriate V tool carrier to the machine — 118 degrees for standard metal cutting, 135 for hard metal and stainless steel and 90 for plastics. The basic machine, which is compact and bench mounted, weighs 12kg and is priced at 2359 plus VAT.
Aclko Sharpening Machine Co Ltd, Wharf Street, Warwick, Warwickshire CV34 5LB.