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Sharpening Jig

for a Stationary Belt Sander

T

O SHARPEN CHISELSand other tools, I screwed a small 30 ̊ block
of wood to the back side of the stop bar on my stationary belt
sander. I use a 220-grit belt and make sure the back of the tool is flat
against the block when I press the blade against the moving belt. The
longer belt on the stationary machine helps prevent overheating and
softening the edge of the tool.
Because I grind most of my tools at 30 ̊, I usually leave the block at
that setting (it does not interfere with the normal use of the sander).
But if I need a different setting, I can loosen the stop-bar attachment
and pivot the block to any angle between 25 ̊ and 40 ̊. One thing to
remember: If you have a dust collector connected to your sander, dis-
connect it when sharpening tools. The sparks could start a fire.
—BOBKELLAND,St. John’s, Newfoundland

SHARPENING & GRINDING

Block of wood beveled

at a 30° angle

Stationary belt sander

Stop bar