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product_id: 334308093
title: "WEN BG4286 3-Amp 8-Inch Slow Speed Bench Grinder, Orange,black"
brand: "wen"
price: "R7522"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Wen"
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# Low 1750 RPM for precision 3-Amp soft-start motor 8-inch dual grit grinding wheels WEN BG4286 3-Amp 8-Inch Slow Speed Bench Grinder, Orange,black

**Brand:** wen
**Price:** R7522
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Sharpen Smarter, Not Harder — Revive Your Tools Like a Pro!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** WEN BG4286 3-Amp 8-Inch Slow Speed Bench Grinder, Orange,black by wen
- **How much does it cost?** R7522 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/334308093-wen-bg4286-3-amp-8-inch-slow-speed-bench-grinder)

## Best For

- wen enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted wen brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dual Grit Versatility:** Includes 60-grit and 120-grit wheels to handle everything from heavy grinding to fine finishing.
- • **Precision Grinding Power:** Soft-start 3-amp motor delivers smooth, controlled speed for flawless tool sharpening.
- • **Heat-Minimizing Low Speed:** 1750 RPM ensures minimal heat buildup, preserving your tools’ integrity and sharpness.
- • **Customizable Safety & Stability:** Adjustable eye guards and pivoting tool rests provide secure, ergonomic grinding angles.
- • **Built to Last & Easy to Maintain:** Sturdy base with pre-drilled mounting holes plus a stocked inventory of replacement parts keeps you grinding longer.

## Overview

The WEN BG4286 is a robust 3-amp, 8-inch slow speed bench grinder designed for precision tool sharpening and finishing. Operating at a controlled 1750 RPM, it minimizes heat damage while delivering versatile grinding with included 60-grit and 120-grit wheels. Featuring a soft-start motor, adjustable eye guards, pivoting tool rests, and a sturdy base, this grinder is engineered for durability, safety, and professional-grade results—perfect for reviving your worn tools and saving you money.

## Description

Remember when you spent all that money replacing dull, rusty tools? It’s time to get your grind on with the WEN 8-Inch Slow Speed Bench Grinder. The low 1750 RPM provides fine finishes to a variety of tools, knives, and chisels. From deburring ragged edges to cleaning objects to sharpening blades, this bench grinder helps resuscitate old worn-down knives, tools, and bits, saving you both time and money. Our package includes two 8-inch by 1-inch aluminum oxide wheels with 5/8-inch arbors: a 60-grit wheel for general purpose grinding and a fine-grade 120-grit finishing wheel. Our design features a quiet yet powerful 3-amp soft-start motor and easy guard removal for quick wheel changes. Adjustable work rests pivot to allow for angled grinding applications. And because it’s a WEN product. a stocked inventory of replacement parts, and a friendly customer phone line. No need to waste money on new knives. The WEN 8-Inch Bench Grinder revives all of your tools back to their original state. Remember when your blades could actually cut through something? Remember WEN.

Review: It does its job fine - I like that this grinder is bright orange, which makes it easier to find in my shop. But really, I like this grinder. I was looking for an affordable option in a low-speed grinder and despite some bad reviews, this grinder works great for me. Why a low-speed grinder you ask? Mostly because I am using it exclusively to sharpen lathe chisels that each cost more than this tool. Less speed means less damaging heat and less wear on those expensive Carter and Sons bowl gouges! Now, if I were a smarter man I would have anticipated the purchase of a CBN wheel nwhen looking for a grinder and considerd one of those grinder/CBN wheel packages which would be like buying two wheels and getting a free grinder. Live and learn! It is a great grinder though, Runs smooth and quiet and when I turn it off it takes a while to spin down which to me means well balanced and good bearings, Two things that will contribute to a long lasting tool.
Review: Definitely a quality product. - Wonderful grinder. I only had a slight problem with it. I bought it for sharpening lathe tools, and when I replaced the fine abrasive wheel with an expensive diamond one, it wobbled. I replaced the stamped cup washer that came with the grinder to hold the wheel on with a machined washer, and bingo, wobble gone. It runs very smooth, and the bearing are so good, it takes minutes to stop. I really like it!

## Features

- Soft start 3-amp motor turns the 8-by-1-inch grinding wheels at speeds of up to 1750 RPM
- Perfect for reviving old tools, knives, chisels, bits and more
- Low speed provides maximum precision with minimal heat to your workpiece
- Includes one general 60-grit wheel, one fine finish 120-grit wheel, pivoting tool rests, sturdy base with pre-drilled mounting holes, and adjustable eye guards

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B097CKZY2R |
| Best Sellers Rank | #155,790 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #26 in Power Bench Grinders |
| Brand | WEN |
| Brand Name | WEN |
| Color | Black,orange |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 445 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00044459428602 |
| Included Components | Bench grinder, one general 60-grit wheel, one fine finish 120-grit wheel, pivoting tool rests, sturdy base with pre-drilled mounting holes, and adjustable eye guards |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 14.5"L x 7.75"W x 8"H |
| Item Type Name | 3-Amp 8-Inch Slow Speed Bench Grinder |
| Item Weight | 34.1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | WEN |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BG4286 |
| Material | Metal, Plastic |
| Material Type | Metal, Plastic |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1750 RPM |
| Model Number | BG4286 |
| Power Source | AC |
| Product Dimensions | 14.5"L x 7.75"W x 8"H |
| Style | 2021 Model |
| Style Name | 2021 Model |
| UPC | 044459428602 |
| Voltage | 127 Volts (AC) |
| Wattage | 250 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** WEN
- **Material:** Metal, Plastic
- **Power Source:** AC
- **Product Dimensions:** 14.5"L x 7.75"W x 8"H
- **Style:** 2021 Model

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the country of origin?**
A: Survey says :
[99] China

**Q: What is differences/advantages for a variable speed verses a slow speed?**
A: The advantage to having a variable speed is two fold:
The slower speed is generally used for sharpening and honing while the higher speed is for removing material faster and buffing/polishing with a polishing wheel or wire wheel.
The slower speed creates less friction and therefore less heat while the higher speed (with a grinding wheel) creates more heat.

**Q: What is the widest wheel I can mount on the shafts?  I want to mount wheels and drums that are 1 1/2" and 2" wide**
A: The 5/8" diameter shaft is 2 1/16" wide if you take off the guard, with the last 3/4" threaded.  The flanges that come with it are 15/32" wide (total) and the nut is 27/64".  You could squeeze a 1.25" on there and if you got some different flanges and a thinner nut, maybe you could squeeze the 1.5" on.  No way on the 2", though.

**Q: On the slow speed model, does the tool rest on the left side have a flat option or only the grooved tool rest?**
A: Mine has a grooved tool rest on the left side. I don't know what you mean by Slow Speed Model?

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It does its job fine
*by N***D on June 4, 2021*

I like that this grinder is bright orange, which makes it easier to find in my shop. But really, I like this grinder. I was looking for an affordable option in a low-speed grinder and despite some bad reviews, this grinder works great for me. Why a low-speed grinder you ask? Mostly because I am using it exclusively to sharpen lathe chisels that each cost more than this tool. Less speed means less damaging heat and less wear on those expensive Carter and Sons bowl gouges! Now, if I were a smarter man I would have anticipated the purchase of a CBN wheel nwhen looking for a grinder and considerd one of those grinder/CBN wheel packages which would be like buying two wheels and getting a free grinder. Live and learn! It is a great grinder though, Runs smooth and quiet and when I turn it off it takes a while to spin down which to me means well balanced and good bearings, Two things that will contribute to a long lasting tool.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Definitely a quality product.
*by J***A on March 24, 2026*

Wonderful grinder. I only had a slight problem with it. I bought it for sharpening lathe tools, and when I replaced the fine abrasive wheel with an expensive diamond one, it wobbled. I replaced the stamped cup washer that came with the grinder to hold the wheel on with a machined washer, and bingo, wobble gone. It runs very smooth, and the bearing are so good, it takes minutes to stop. I really like it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value and reasonable price !
*by C***. on February 7, 2026*

It’s worth every penny’s . This low speed grinder is worth to buy I installed CBN sharpening wheels on it and it works flawlessly . It has power to do all my sharpening and the low speed kinds are the best to go for it . It comes with grinding wheels 60 g. And 120g. Also some small jigs to attach to it and magnifier lens . Well priced and it works great .

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-07-06*