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Small Rubber Wheels for the Small Wheel Attachment

  • Three black rubber small wheels on bearings, from narrow to wide, standing in a row, on black with a purple glow
  • Small wheel attachment kit laid out: arm, holder, side plate, idler roller and five wheels, on black with a purple glow
  • Small wheel attachment arm with five small wheels on blue-shielded bearings, angled from above, on black with a purple glow
  • Small wheel attachment arm with idler roller and a set of three small wheels, three-quarter view, on black with a purple glow

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Starts at$60

Available to ordermost orders ship in 7–10 business days

Buy the small rubber wheel sizes you need for your Torus small wheel attachment. I sell them one at a time, so you can start with an arm and add sizes as your work changes.

Build your setup

Configure your small rubber wheels

Size
Pairs well withOptional

Bundle savings

Add a second piece and save 5% on both.

Quantity

$60 each

Your total
$60
  • Ships in 7–10 business days
  • 2-year warranty
  • Secure checkout by Stripe

  • Shipping

    $95 a grinder, $145 with a motor, $35 the first accessory — capped at $145. Tracking number emailed the day it ships.

  • Free local pickup

    1741 Industrial Drive Unit #8, Sterling, IL 61081. Email me to set a time, Mon–Fri 9:00am–4:00pm Central.

  • 2-year warranty

    Covers non-wear parts against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.

  • Questions before you buy?

    Call or text 1-779-372-0262 or email me. You get the person who built it.

Google reviews

What owners say

Straight from Google, word for word. The ones about this kind of part come first.

  • 5 out of 5 stars

    The ratcheting system is a bit of a learning curve since my other grinder uses gas shocks but after having experiences this ratcheting system I just can’t go back to a grinder with spring or shock tensioning. I absolutely love it.…

    Read the whole review by Dave WShow the short version of Dave W’s review

    Quality , performance and a work of art all rolled into one. I was shopping around for a new 2x72 grinder when I stumbled upon Torus CNC website and after taking a look at what they’re offering I couldn’t say no. I purchased the M-90-AL - 2 x 72 - Tilting Belt Grinder without hesitation and I couldn’t be happier with this grinder. It has all the feature you’ll get on any modern 2x72 (tilt function included). It accepts 1.5 inch tooling arms making it universal for and attachment you can get on the market. Every single part of it was cnc machined to perfection. There were no burs/ hard edges and everything is fit and finished so well that it ought to make even a machinist blush when they unbox it. Mine came fully assembled. All I had to do was mount the motor and a contact wheel and I was making sparks. The platen I’m using on it though is an ORIGIN that I bought off eBay many years ago and I was concerned that it wouldn’t work well on this grinder because the main body is approx 1/2 thick but to my surprise there were zero belt alignment issues using another makers platen. I didn’t have to add a single spacer or do any milling to the mating surface to get it to work. I did however drill and tap 2 new holes in the tooling arm I bought with it for it to mount up but that’s nothing. Because it works in harmony with the rest of the grinder after installed .I even recycled an older drive wheel without issues.When buying this I was given the option of his ratcheting tensioner system so I chose that option , and I gotta say ….this is so professionally done my jaw dropped just looking at it before a belt even went on this grinder. The ratcheting system is a bit of a learning curve since my other grinder uses gas shocks but after having experiences this ratcheting system I just can’t go back to a grinder with spring or shock tensioning. I absolutely love it. And I believe that adds to why this thing has such good tracking because it’s giving me the perfect tensioning I wasn’t getting from my other grinder .it really tracks like a dream! I put a 1.5 hp 3500 rpm motor on mine and I can really lean into when grinding and I can’t get the belt to slip off to the side like I can another grinder. The tilt function is as beautifully done as it is functional. It takes all of 2 seconds to unlock this grinder and tilt it over on the side. And I’m back to grinding. The pictures of this grinder on Torus CNC website just don’t do it justice. This thing is a real cnc work of art. I’ve caught myself just starting at it since it’s been in my shop lol. My only regret was that my budget only allowed me to buy one of these grinders. In the future I’d like to get another. And even the variable speed option.All in all this grinder exceeded my expectation by a long mile and I have no regrets whatsoever. Anyone reading this and is considering adding this grinder to their arsenal you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how friendly and communicative Torus can be if you shoot them an email with any questions or inquiries. Well , I think that just about sums it up so I’m out of here. Thanks for reading.

    Dave WGoogle review by Dave W (opens in a new tab)
  • 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the tracking system and the ratchet belt tensioning - makes changing belts quick and painless. All the controls just make sense.…

    Read the whole review by Eric TorrieShow the short version of Eric Torrie’s review

    Got this belt grinder for our farm shop and it's been awesome. The machining quality really impressed me - everything fits tight and feels solid, you can tell they put real care into making it.

    Setup took maybe 20 minutes tops and it was ready to roll. Runs super smooth and quiet with basically no vibration. Even though it's aluminum, there's zero flex or rattling - feels rock solid even when you're really putting it to work.

    Love the tracking system and the ratchet belt tensioning - makes changing belts quick and painless. All the controls just make sense.

    But honestly, what made this purchase special was dealing with Rich. He was incredible - answered all my questions before I bought it, made sure I got the right setup, and followed up several times after it arrived to check how everything was running. You just don't get that kind of service anymore.

    First belt grinder we've owned and I'm really happy with it. Thing's built to last and performs great. Would definitely recommend it if you're looking for a solid grinder for your shop.

    Keep up the fantastic work Rich!

    Eric TorrieGoogle review by Eric Torrie (opens in a new tab)
  • 5 out of 5 stars

    The ratchet tensioning is awesome.…

    Read the whole review by aaron emmerichShow the short version of aaron emmerich’s review

    I am unbelievably impressed with my Torus grinder. The machining is immaculate and tolerances are crazy for a grinder. It tracks perfectly. I bought this sight unseen and was a little bit concerned that aluminum wouldn’t be as rigid and that the weight of the aluminum would make it not a sturdy. I have used TW 90s, brodbeck, ameribrade, Kmg as well as a couple others and the Torus is as good as the best of these and better than most at a fraction of the cost. The ratchet tensioning is awesome.

    Rich the owner has given me the best customer service of any company I’ve ever dealt with. The first time I reached out to him he responded back in 10 minutes at 10pm at night. Will always answer any questions I have and even changed the plug out pin the 220v to fit my dryer socket. On a scale of 10 I give torus a 11+. he said he’s working on a surface grinder attachment that I’m excited for.

    I want to reiterate. Anyone is concerned about aluminum, do not be. This thing is more rigid and vibrates less than any grinder i’ve used. The only grinder that seem to be as balanced is the Northridge (RIP). there are some grinders that are great for the price. This grinder is UNBELIEVABLE for the price and competitive with the tw-90/brodbeck/wilmont etc.

    I have no affiliation with Rich and was nervous buying this grinder as it’s not talked about much but it should be. I was ready to pull the trigger on an Ameribrade or brodbeck. I am glad I saved some money and know now I have a better machine.

    aaron emmerichGoogle review by aaron emmerich (opens in a new tab)

Why this one

Match the wheel to the curve

  • Five nominal sizes from 1/2 inch to 1-1/2 inch

  • Sold individually; attachment and tooling arm sold separately

  • Use smaller wheels for finger grooves and choils, larger ones for broader contours

Five sizes, one rule

The wheel has to be no bigger than the curve: too big and it bridges the curve and touches only the edges, the right size seats along the whole arc.

Match the wheel to the curve

  • 1/2-inch and 3/4-inch wheelsThe tightest radii: finger grooves, small choils and detailed handle work.
  • 1-inch and 1.25-inch wheelsThe all-rounders. Enough surface to grind with control, small enough to follow most curves.
  • 1.5-inch wheelBroader curves and plunge lines, where you want a little more material removal with the same control.
  • Lower 2-inch deflector wheelGuides the belt below the small wheel for a longer working run.
  • 20-inch tooling arm machined from solid 1.5-inch aluminum, single idler wheel included

1/2 and 3/4 inch reach tight curves. 1 and 1-1/4 inch give you more working surface. 1-1/2 inch suits broader contours.

Values marked on the figure: 1/2 Inch; 3/4 Inch; 1 Inch; 1-1/4 Inch; 1-1/2 Inch.

Choose a wheel for the curve you need to grind.

Who it's for

Built for the work you actually do

I use small wheels where a flat platen cannot reach: finger grooves, choils, plunge lines and handle contours. Choose the diameter that follows the curve you are grinding.

What’s in the box

  • One small rubber wheel in the selected size
Small wheel attachment kit laid out: arm, holder, side plate, idler roller and five wheels, on black with a purple glow

Specs

Product specifications and dimensions

Base price
$60 before options
Size
1/2 Inch · 3/4 Inch · 1 Inch · 1-1/4 Inch · 1-1/2 Inch
Availability
Available to order
Lead time
Most orders ship in 7–10 business days from time of order
Ships from
1741 Industrial Drive Unit #8, Sterling, Illinois
Shop
Torus CNC — Sterling, Illinois, USA

Options

Choose and compare product options

Compare motor packages, attachments and finish choices before ordering.

  • Choose a size

    1/2 and 3/4 inch reach tight curves. 1 and 1-1/4 inch give you more working surface. 1-1/2 inch suits broader contours.
  • Add sizes as you need them

    Eligible attachments and wheels save 5% at 2 units, 10% at 3 units, 15% at 4 units, 20% at 5+ units. A grinder counts as one unit; only eligible parts are discounted.

Before you order

Shipping, warranty and returns

  • Shipping and lead time

    I ship these parts from my shop in Sterling, Illinois. See the shipping estimate above; local pickup is available. Email me for an international shipping quote. Ground shipping in the lower 48: $95 a grinder, $145 with a motor package, $75 a motor on its own, and $35 for the first accessory plus $15 each after. A grinder with a motor and any accessories is capped at $145.
  • Warranty

    I warranty the non-wear parts against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Motors and VFDs carry their manufacturer's warranty; contact me for guidance on the manufacturer's claim process.
  • Returns

    Returns are reviewed case by case and must be pre-approved within two weeks of arrival. The buyer covers insured return shipping, a 25% restocking fee applies, and original shipping is not refunded.

Straight answers

Questions I get about the small rubber wheels

Is this a complete attachment?
No. This listing is one small rubber wheel. The small wheel attachment, holder and tooling arm are sold separately.
Can I buy a different size later?
Yes. All five sizes are available on this page. Pick a size for each wheel you add to your cart.
Which sizes should I start with?
For general knife work, I suggest 1/2 inch for finger grooves, 3/4 inch for choils and 1 inch for handle contours. Add the larger sizes when you need more surface.
Will these fit another holder?
These are the wheels for my Torus small wheel attachment. Email me a photo and the dimensions of another holder before ordering.
How do bundle savings work?
Eligible attachments and wheels save 5% at 2 units, 10% at 3 units, 15% at 4 units, 20% at 5+ units. A grinder counts as one unit; only eligible parts are discounted.

Goes with it

The grinders this was built for

Standard 1.5-inch tooling arms fit all four Torus grinders.

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Read this before you build

Free knifemaking guides from the same bench, organized by the work at the grinder.

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The Complete 2×72 Attachments Guide

A 2×72 out of the box is a platform; the attachments are the machine. Every serious grinder task — flat bevels, hollow grinds, fullers, handle curves, repeatable angles — belongs to a specific attachment, and knowing which is which turns one machine into six. Here is the complete map, with the buying order that makes…

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One-man shop

Tell me what you're building

I answer my own email and build Torus grinders in this shop. If you are not sure which setup fits your work, ask me before you order.