Reduce vibration by bench grinder

Question

I live on the 2nd story. I would like to reduce the vibration caused by the bench grinder. I bought the grinder at least 30 years ago. Everything is original equipment. I have some carpet padding under it, but a lot of vibration is still transmitted to my floor.

Can you suggest some other ideas that will preferably cost the least.

Thanks.

score 2 · Answer 1 · answered Jun 15 '19 at 15:05

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Typically the only thing that will cause the vibration on grinder wheels like yours, are the wheels themselves being out of balance. My suggestion would be to get two new wheels (grinding stones).

answered Jun 15 '19 at 15:05

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score 0 · Answer 2 · answered Jun 15 '19 at 15:05

Can see why on that counter, try a rubber mat and add foam then your carpet pad. Some felt on the grinder or rubber legs will help to,1/2 inch or 3/4 rubber legs on grinder will absorb a lot of vibration.

score 0 · Answer 3 · answered Jun 15 '19 at 17:09

Adding a thick rubber mat and ensuring the unit is functioning properly are good things to plan to do, but one thing not mentioned, and it matters, is density. That countertop/work area appears to be makeshift. If you have a rigid structure (the heavier the better), to place your mat on, you will drastically reduce the vibrations to the floor.

You could build something if need be; but I suspect you will be better off with a solid table+mat. You could then also place insulators or rubber mats under the legs of the table.

Reduce vibration by bench grinder

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