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Questions and Answers
Why does a Tormek edge cut more easily?
Sharpening on a Tormek Grinding Wheel and honing on a Tormek Honing Wheel creates
a very fine edge surface. A finer edge surface means a sharper edge, which cuts more
easily.
Why does a Tormek sharpened edge leave a smoother cut?
Since a Tormek edge is finer and sharper, it cuts the wood fibres cleaner and leaves a
smoother surface on the wood so there is less need for sanding.
Why does a Tormek edge stay sharp longer?
There are two reasons. An edge obtained from a high‑speed dry grinder is serrated while
the Tormek sharpened edge is more even and more resistant to wear. In addition, the
Tormek edge will never overheat while sharpening and lose its hardness.
Why is the Tormek method fast?
The answer is the fast setting of the jigs and the exact repeatability. You just touch up the
existing shape of the edge. Only a small fraction of the steel is removed. It is a myth that
the Tormek System is slow. It has arisen because turners have not made a clear distinc‑
tion between shaping and sharpening. Once you have ground the right shape on your tool,
which you normally only need to do once, it is a quick job to touch up and hone the edge.
How can the Tormek Grinding Wheels last so long?
Since you just touch up the edge during each sharpening, there is little wear on the Grind‑
ing Wheels. Since the sharpness stays longer, you sharpen less frequently.
Should I color the bevel when using the TTS-100 Turning Tool Setter?
No. The Tormek TTS‑100 Turning Tool Setter will automatically replicate the edge angle.
Should I use slip stones after sharpening?
Not for the bevel. The grinding wheel and the honing wheel give you a superior sharpness
without slip stones. The flute on gouges is honed and polished on the LA‑120 Profiled
Leather Honing Wheel. You could alternatively use a slip stone, which matches the flute
profile.
Is the technique when shaping on the Tormek the same as on a bench grinder?
You need to press harder on the Tormek. Press with your fingers close to the edge for the
best effect. There is no risk to your fingers since the grinding wheel runs so slowly. This
does not apply if you are using a Diamond Grinding Wheel. Always apply a low pressure
when sharpening on a Diamond Grinding Wheel.
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