World of Wood: Cubic Boron Nitride (CBN) Grinding/Sharpening Wheel, 8 inch, 5/8" Arbor, 180 grit (High Speed Steel Tools) Ideal for Sharpening Wood-Turning Tools, chisels, Plane Irons and More

Cubic Boron Nitride (CBN) Grinding wheels are state of the art technology for grinding high speed steel tools. <i> Different from aluminum oxide grinding wheels, the CBN grinding wheel cuts fast, stays cool and never needs dressing or shaping. </i>With proper care and only an exceptionally light amount of pressure when sharpening, you can sharpen your tools to a razor-sharp edge and will likely never need to buy another sharpening wheel again. | This is the 180 Grit Grinding Wheel</br> These wheels are designed for use with <i>most</i> bench type grinders. 1800 RPM (Preferred) or 3600 RPM. Designed to run dry—no messy water to change. | These are state of the art wheels, specifically designed for grinding tools, made of high-speed steel. Ideal for sharpening woodturning tools, chisels, plane irons and more <b>*high speed steel only*</b>! Provides a superior edge compared to stone wheels. CBN wheels last for years in comparison to standard grinding wheels. | CBN wheels will never change shape—no need to dress the wheel or true it up. No need to readjust your jigs because of an ever-shrinking wheel. Balanced, does not require "truing" of the wheel. No more dressing or shaping like typical aluminum oxide wheels. <b> Important Note: </b> No water should be used with CBN wheels. Warranty may be void if water is used with the wheel. | Thank you from us at <b> World of Wood </b> for the opportunity to be a part of your creative designs and ideas.