If your contact wheels are underperforming or showing signs of wear, it’s not necessarily time to replace them. At Principal Power Tools, we specialise in contact wheel refurbishment, helping you get more life out of your existing tools with a fast, professional and cost-effective service.
With decades of experience supplying the UK’s power tool industry, we understand the importance of keeping your equipment running smoothly. Our retyring service is designed to restore worn contact wheels to peak performance, saving you both time and money.
What Are Contact Wheels?
A contact wheel is used in belt grinding or abrasive belt machines. It’s the wheel over which the grinding belt runs, pressing against the workpiece to shape, smooth or finish a surface. They’re often used in metalworking, fabrication, aerospace, automotive, and knife making.
Reasons Contact Wheels Are Important
1. Consistent Pressure and Contact with the Surface
Contact wheels provide the support and pressure needed to keep the grinding belt tight and in consistent contact with the material. This ensures smooth, even finishes and precise removal of materials.
2. More Efficient Grinding
With the right durometer (hardness), size, and surface pattern (plain or grooved), contact wheels help optimise the performance of the abrasive belt, reducing effort and increasing productivity.
3. Better Surface Quality
A well-maintained contact wheel helps prevent chatter, uneven wear and heat damage, leading to cleaner, more professional surface finishes on metals or other materials.
4. Reduces Vibration and Strain on Operators
High-quality, properly balanced wheels reduce machine vibration, which in turn improves the comfort of operators and extends the lifespan of tools.
5. Versatility Across Applications
Contact wheels come in a variety of hardness levels and materials (e.g., rubber, plastiflex), making them adaptable to different grinding tasks, from aggressive stock removal to fine finishing.
Why Maintenance and Refurbishment Matter
Over time, contact wheels wear down or lose their shape. When that happens, their performance suffers; grinding becomes uneven, less efficient and more costly. Refurbishing your contact wheels ensures they’re working at optimal levels, extends their service life, and ensures you get the most out of your system without the need for constant replacements.
Our Contact Wheel Refurbishment Services
We offer a range of options to suit your needs:
- Rubber and Plastiflex Retyres
- Available in various durometers (duro ratings) for different applications.
- Plain or Grooved Finishes
All you need to do is choose the style of surface that best suits your specific requirements.
We Also Supply New Contact Wheels
Need a full replacement? We can also supply brand new contact wheels at competitive prices.
How Does it Work?
It couldn’t be more straightforward. All you need to do is send your used contact wheel to us or post your worn wheel to our service centre. We then take the following steps:
- An Inspection & Assessment. We thoroughly inspect the wheel to determine its condition and suitability for retyring.
- A Free Quotation. We’ll provide you with a clear, no-obligation quote for the refurbishment work.
- Refurbishment Process. Once approved, we carry out the retyring process using high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship.
- Fast Dispatch. When your wheel is fully refurbished, we’ll send it back to you promptly.
Why Choose Principal Power Tools?
One of the UK’s longest-established power tool suppliers, we have extensive knowledge of various industries, including aerospace, rail, metal fabrication, and more. We are trusted by industry professionals for our expert advice and ISO-registered service
You can be assured we are committed to cost-effective, safe, and reliable solutions. We provide repairs for a wide range of tools and are warranty agents for more brands of pneumatic tools.
Why Choose Authorised Warranty Agents?
Genuine Parts, Guaranteed Fit
Warranty agents like Principal Power Tools have direct access to genuine OEM parts, ensuring your tool is repaired or maintained with the exact components it was designed for. No risky knock-offs. No guesswork.
Trained by the Manufacturer
Our agents are certified and trained by the brands themselves, which means:
- They follow approved service procedures
- They use specialist equipment for accurate diagnostics
- They know the brand’s tools inside and out
This level of precision is critical when dealing with high-performance or safety-critical pneumatic tools.
Protect Your Warranty
Using an unauthorised repair shop can void your tool’s warranty. Sticking with a recognised agent keeps your warranty intact and gives you peace of mind.
Quicker Repairs
Because we work directly with the manufacturers, we have quicker access to parts and can streamline the repair process, so you’re not waiting around while your team is down a tool.
Protect the Value of Tools
Tools maintained by official agents often retain more value because there’s a verifiable service history, with official parts and procedures logged. This is especially important for businesses that lease or rotate tools regularly.
Trusted Advice and Maintenance
Our team can recommend preventative maintenance routines, tool upgrades and best practices that align with the brand’s engineering and safety standards.
Get in Touch
Ready to refurbish your contact wheels or need a quote for new ones? Simply contact Principal Power Tools today for expert support and a fast turnaround.
