BLANCHARD No. 18 Rotary Surface Grinder, s/n 4756, w/ 36” Magnetic Chuck, 12” Max. Work Height Under
Heavy-duty Blanchard No. 18 vertical-spindle rotary surface grinder featuring a 36″ magnetic chuck, 12″ max work height under wheel, and 18″ segmented grinding wheel at 720 RPM. Table speeds range 6–33 RPM for precision flat grinding of large workpieces.
- Freight delivery in 5-15 business days after your order is confirmed
- Shipping quotes at competitive prices, shown before you pay
- Local pickup available at our Othello, WA warehouse (by appointment)
- 10-day testing period and no restocking fee (see our Returns Policy)
- Support Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Description
The BLANCHARD No. 18 Rotary Surface Grinder is a heavy-duty vertical-spindle machine engineered for high-precision surface grinding of large, flat workpieces. Renowned for producing the distinctive “Blanchard grind,” this proven design delivers fast material removal combined with excellent surface flatness, making it ideal for demanding industrial applications.
This unit is equipped with a 36″ magnetic chuck providing secure workholding for sizable components, along with a 12″ maximum work height under the wheel to accommodate tall parts. The 18″ segmented grinding wheel operates at 720 RPM for efficient stock removal.
- Magnetic Chuck Diameter: 36″
- Maximum Height Under Grinding Wheel: 12″
- Grinding Wheel: 18″ Segmented, 720 RPM
- Table (Chuck) Speeds: 6 to 33 RPM, six ranges
- Spindle Orientation: Vertical
- Machine Type: Rotary surface grinder
Built on a robust cast-iron base for superior vibration damping and long-term stability, the Blanchard No. 18 remains a workhorse in machine shops and production environments requiring repeatable, precision flat grinding. A dependable choice for both heavy stock removal and fine finishing work.
Additional information
| Weight | 11499.3 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 116.93 × 72.05 × 88.19 in |




































