Grinding Machine Operator how-to

How to Grind a Part to Tenths

Tight tolerance takes patience.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Tight tolerance takes patience. In short: rough; measure; finish, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Rough grind.

  2. Measure.

  3. Finish grind lightly.

  4. Spark out.

  5. Let the part cool.

  6. Measure again.

Safety reminders for grinding machine operators

  • Ring test wheels
  • Use guards
  • Stand aside on startup
  • Wear eye and respiratory protection

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