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WorkSharp WS2000 WS3000 Comparison

Selection Guide to Work Sharp's Cutting-Edge Technology

Which Work Sharp model is for you? Compare the features below to see which best suits your needs.

WorkSharp Model Features WorkSharp WS2000 - Designed for do-it-yourselfers and home hobbyists WorkSharp WS3000 - Designed for pros, heavy hobbyists, and fine woodworkers
Sharpening Port bevel angle Fixed 25º angle with Tool Hold Down Lever Adjustable 20º, 25º, 30º, 35º bevel angles (enables micro bevel)
Sharpening Port max. width 1 5/8 inches 2 inches
Sharpening Port lapping abrasive Built-in fine diamond Replaceable P400 abrasive
Adjustable Sharpening Port Fence Industrial grade plastic Metal with micro adjustment
Wheel speed 1750 RPM max 580 RPM max
Cooling system Active air cooling system with routed air flow and heat sink Active air cooling system with routed air flow and heat sink
Motor 1/5 hp induction motor 1/5 hp induction motor
On/off switch Industrial on/off switch with safety lock out Industrial on/off switch with safety lock out
Sharpening/grinding wheel 150mm, 2-sided Edge-Vision™ wheel of engineered PC/ABS plastic 150mm 2-sided tempered glass wheel PLUS 150mm Edge-Vision™ wheel of engineered PC/ABS plastic
Edge-Vision™ Port­ Accommodates tools up to 1 ½ inches wide Accommodates tools up to 3 inches wide
Top Tool Rest Included Included
Abrasive Kit included Solid and Slotted 150mm adhesive-backed abrasives in both coarse and fine grits Solid 150mm adhesive-backed abrasives (P120, P400, P1000, 3600) PLUS Slotted 150mm adhesive-backed abrasives (P80, P400, P1200)
Housing Industrial strength plastic with bench mounting tabs Metal housing with cast metal top, and bench mounting tabs
Abrasive cleaner Not included Crepe stick included
Knife sharpening accessory available No Longer Available No Longer Available
Wide blade attachment available No No Longer Available
Replacement accessories available Yes, view WS2000 accessories Yes, view WS3000 accessories
View product page - View WS3000 page
Buy item No Longer Available Buy WS3000