Sharpening a Dimino cutter

[freddmc]

Are the Domnio cutters able to be sharpened?

Thanks

Fred.

 

[AlexThePalex]

I don't think that's advisable. The dominos already have a very tight fit in the slot, and if you sharpen the bits the slots become even smaller. The dominos won't fit anymore or have to go in with a lot of force and resulting tension on the wood.

 

[greg mann]

For the most part, Alex is right. If you decide to try it just sharpen the corner chamfers, and very little at that. A few strokes on a diamond hone then test the results. Before you do anything make sure it is clean. A dirty bit can make you think it is dull.

 

[ccarrolladams]

Are the Domnio cutters able to be sharpened?

Thanks

Fred.

Of course Domino bits can be sharpened.

The secret is finding a grinding vendor who cares and has the appropriate modern equipment. You want to constantly inspect your Domino cutters. Keep them clean and then swap one starting to go dull with a re-sharpened bit.

In my shop we use well over 2,000 5mm Dominoes a week. At least one 5mm cutter is sent to be ground every couple of weeks.

My advice is that if you are not confident in your bit and blade grinding service, find another one immediately.

 

[wow]

Are the Domnio cutters able to be sharpened?

Thanks

Fred.

Of course Domino bits can be sharpened.

The secret is finding a grinding vendor who cares and has the appropriate modern equipment. You want to constantly inspect your Domino cutters. Keep them clean and then swap one starting to go dull with a re-sharpened bit.

In my shop we use well over 2,000 5mm Dominoes a week. At least one 5mm cutter is sent to be ground every couple of weeks.

My advice is that if you are not confident in your bit and blade grinding service, find another one immediately.

Would you be willing to share your sharpening vendor information? Sounds like it might be of assistance to some here.

 

[WarnerConstCo.]

Since Lietz probably made it, I would suppose they would know how to sharpen it. 

 

[ccarrolladams]

LA Grinding of Burbank, California has been my sharpening vendor for decades.