Key Features of the Tormek T-8 Original:
- Accommodates all edge tools, customizable with a wide range of jigs for a tailored sharpening system.
- Water-cooled mechanism ensures tools are sharpened without the risk of overheating.
- Delivers consistent repeatability and unbeatable precision for every sharpening task.
- Features an efficient grindstone with adjustable properties, ranging from 220 to 1000 grit.
- Built on a solid zinc frame with integrated mounts for controlled and precise sharpening.
- Equipped with a powerful industrial AC motor built for continuous, maintenance-free use.
- Includes an 8-year warranty, with 5 standard years plus an additional 3 upon online registration.
Unmatched Precision in Sharpening
The Tormek T-8 Original’s innovative design guarantees unparalleled precision through its Universal Support system, which is integral to guiding all jigs and accessories. The precision mounts for the Universal Support, integrated into the machine’s solid cast housing, ensure maximum control and accuracy, laying the foundation for flawless sharpening.
Swedish Quality and Reliability
Equipped with the SG-250 Original Grindstone, the Tormek T-8 Original sharpens all types of steel, including HSS, with its adjustable grit. The system’s drive mechanism is designed for quiet, reliable operation over many years, maintaining optimal speed for water-cooled sharpening even under heavy load. The industrial AC motor is engineered for continuous use with a tested 25,000-hour service life.
Innovative Water Trough and Magnetic Scraper
The Tormek T-8 Original boasts smart features like the water trough with a screw lift for easy adjustment and a magnetic scraper for collecting steel particles and facilitating trough cleaning. An additional water chute is provided for sharpening long tools, preventing water from dripping outside the trough.
EzyLock for Easy Grinding Wheel Changes
The Tormek T-8 Original features a stainless-steel main shaft with the EzyLock nut, allowing for tool-free locking and unlocking of the grinding wheel. This system simplifies the process of switching grinding wheels, accommodating special grindstones like the SB-250 Blackstone Silicon, SJ-250 Japanese Waterstone, or Tormek’s diamond grinding wheels, enhancing the versatility and efficiency of your sharpening setup.
SELECTED FEATURES
Universal Support
The base and support for all jigs. Gives unbeatable precision when sharpening.
Patented Precision Mounts
Guarantees controllable and accurate sharpening.
MicroAdjust
With ACME thread and a scale for precise angle setting.
Magnetic Scraper
Efficiently collects steel particles and makes it easy to clean the water trough.
Screw Lift
Easily raises and lowers the water trough.
EzyLock
Convenient, tool-free locking and unlocking of the grinding wheel.
Industrial AC Motor
Maintenance-free. Minimal rpm loss under heavy pressure. Tested for a 25,000-hour service life.
Efficient drive
RKX18 rubber ensures years of silent and reliable operation.
SPECS AND DETAILS
Packaging dimensions
Width: 393 mm (15 1/2″)
Depth: 296 mm (11 5/8″)
Height: 383 mm (15 1/8″)
Grinding wheel
SG-250 Original Grindstone
Aluminum oxide
⌀ 250 * 50 mm (9.84 × 1.97″)
Motor
Industrial motor, single phase, AC
200 W (input), 100-115 V / 220-240 V, 50-60 Hz
Continuous operation
Maintenance-free
Quiet running, 54 dB
25 000 hours of operating time
Machine dimensions
Width: 270 mm (10 5/8″)
Depth: 270 mm (10 5/8″)
Height: 330 mm (12″)
Honing wheel
LA-220 Leather Honing Wheel
Cowhide from Tärnsjö Garveri, ABS plastic
⌀ 220 * 31 mm (8.66 × 1.22″)
Warranty
8-year warranty, 5 years + 3 years when you register at tormek.com.
Valid for professional use as well
Weight
Inc. packaging: 18.7 kg (41.3 lbs)
Machine only: 14.8 kg (32.6 lbs)
Drive system
Unique drive system with RKX18 rubber
Self-adjusting for load
Housing
Precision-cast zinc stand, powder-coated
Sides made of impact-resistant blue ABS plastic
Color
Blue/gray
Main shaft
MSK-250 Stainless Steel Shaft with EzyLock
Cord length
1.7 m (5′ 7″)
Performance
100 rpm
Torque 14.7 Nm
Patents
To see all patents, please visit tormek.com/patents
The Tormek T-8 Original comes in different product versions depending on the market. The versions may differ in terms of the type of plug, voltage and the language of the handbook included.
Item number: T-8 ORIG/DE
EAN code: 7392485000501
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: German
Item number: T-8 ORIG/ES
EAN code: 7392485000556
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: Spanish
Item number: T-8 ORIG/AR
EAN code: 7392485000860
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: English
Item number: T-8 ORIG/ZA
EAN code: 7392485000648
Plug type: M
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: English
Item number: T-8 ORIG/NL
EAN code: 7392485000549
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: Dutch
Item number: T-8 ORIG/EUR
EAN code: 7392485000518
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: English
Item number: T-8 ORIG/FI
EAN code: 7392485000563
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: Finnish
Item number: T-8 ORIG/AU
EAN code: 7392485000600
Plug type: I
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: English
Item number: T-8 ORIG/US
EAN code: 7392485000471
Plug type: B
Voltage: 115 V
Handbook: English
Item number: T-8 ORIG/IT
EAN code: 7392485000594
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: Italian
Item number: T-8 ORIG/RU
EAN code: 7392485000525
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: Russian
Item number: T-8 ORIG/FR
EAN code: 7392485000570
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: French
Item number: T-8 ORIG/CH
EAN code: 7392485000617
Plug type: J
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: German
Item number: T-8 ORIG/CA
EAN code: 7392485000662
Plug type: B
Voltage: 115 V
Handbook: French
Item number: T-8 ORIG/SCAND
EAN code: 7392485000532
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: Swedish
Item number: T-8 ORIG/HU
EAN code: 7392485000587
Plug type: E+F
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: Hungarian
Item number: T-8 ORIG/GB
EAN code: 7392485000624
Plug type: G
Voltage: 230 V
Handbook: English
Item number: T-8 ORIG/JP
EAN code: 7392485000679
Plug type: A
Voltage: 115 V
Handbook: Japanese
VIDEO
Getting Started with Alan Holtham on Tormek T-8
Journalist and woodturner Alan Holtham demonstrates how to use your new Tormek T-8 Original.
Some tips and tactics for using Tormek's water-cooled sharpening system
In this eighth live sharpening class, Tormek shares some more nearly hidden tips and techniques to help you reach new heights in your skill.
INCLUDED IN THE BOX
Includes everything you need to get started with your sharpening.
- SG-250 Original Grindstone with adjustable sharpening properties
- LA-220 Leather Honing Wheel for deburring and polishing
- US-105 Universal Support for precision sharpening
- T8-00 Storage Tray for Tormek T-8 Accessories for organized storage
- SE-77 Square Edge Jig for versatile sharpening of chisels and plane irons
- TT-50 Truing Tool to keep your grindstone round and flat
- SP-650 Stone Grader to adjust the grit of your stone
- WM-200 AngleMaster to measure the sharpening angle
- PA-70 Honing Compound which is used with the leather honing wheel
- EM-15 Edge Marker for coloring the bevel when setting the sharpening angle
- HB-10 Tormek Handbook for sharpening, comes in different language versions depending on the market
- Metal plate mount for WM-200 AngleMaster
SG-250
Original Grindstone
US-103
Universal Support with Micro Adjust T-4
WM-200
AngleMaster
TT-50
Truing Tool
EM-15
Edge Marker
SE-77
Square Edge Jig
PA-70
Honing Compound
SP-650
Stone Grader
T8-00
Storage Tray for Tormek T-8 Accessories
HB-10
Tormek Handbook
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