<!--StartFragment--> <h1>1976 JET BG-8 8" Industrial Bench Grinder – 1/2 HP</h1> <p><strong>Manufacturer:</strong> JET Equipment & Tools<br><strong>Model:</strong> BG-8<br><strong>Year:</strong> 1976<br><strong>Serial Number:</strong> 231623 (verify final digits)<br><strong>Condition:</strong> Used / Vintage Industrial Equipment</p> <h3>Machine Overview</h3> <p>Vintage JET BG-8 industrial bench grinder featuring a heavy-duty cast-iron construction and a 1/2 HP single-phase motor. This early-production model offers dual-voltage operation and a 3,450 RPM grinding speed.</p> <h3>Specifications</h3> <ul><li><strong>Model:</strong> BG-8</li><li><strong>Year:</strong> 1976</li><li><strong>Motor:</strong> 1/2 HP</li><li><strong>Speed:</strong> 3,450 RPM</li><li><strong>Voltage:</strong> 115V / 230V</li><li><strong>Phase:</strong> Single Phase</li><li><strong>Frequency:</strong> 60 Hz</li><li><strong>Amperage:</strong> 7A @ 115V / 3A @ 230V</li><li><strong>Grinding Wheel Diameter:</strong> 8"</li><li><strong>Arbor Size:</strong> 5/8"</li><li><strong>Construction:</strong> Heavy-duty cast iron</li></ul> <p>A classic industrial JET bench grinder suitable for machine shops, maintenance departments, fabrication shops, and general-purpose grinding applications.</p> <!--EndFragment-->