K1 Pro Professional Cutting-Edge Brushless Motor Advanced Rock Tumbler Polisher Kit, Large 2.5Lb Barrel with 3-Speed & 9-Day Timer, Includes All Accessories, Ideal Gift for Adults & Rock Collectors

I end up with a lot of old hardware and small bits and pieces that come from garage sales, cannibalized equipment, etc. I also restore old tools, work on old cars and motorcycles, etc. I wanted a small tumbler so that I could drop a handful of fasteners or small parts in, let it run for a while, and come back to clean metal. This was a complete shot in the dark. I usually soak parts in vinegar or phosphoric acid when they're rusty, and that works well enough that I wasn't sure if tumbling would work better or be less hassle. On the one hand, there's no acid to neutralize and not much pre-cleaning that has to be done. On the other, you have to deal with abrasive grit, which can get everywhere (and I mean EVERYWHERE). Since I didn't know if I'd like this approach, I didn't want to risk a lot of money on a tumbler. I bought this kit because it was inexpensive and had decent reviews. If this ended up being an essential part of my workflow, I decided that I could always buy something bigger and/or better in the future. So far, this tumbler has been awesome. The first batch of parts that I threw in was a rusty mess of hardware that I'd picked up at a garage sale. This stuff probably hadn't seen the light of day in decades and had a pretty solid layer of rust on it. I skipped the included media and instead filled the tumbler drum with medium (70 grit) aluminum oxide, which is a pretty aggressive grit used for media blasting. I'm not a fan of membrane buttons or plastic construction on most things because I haven't found it to be particularly durable, and this tumbler has both. It certainly doesn't look heavy duty and I didn't expect much out of it. In reality, I didn't even think it would have the power to turn a drum that was chock-full of steel hardware and abrasive, but I gave it a shot. I was pleasantly surprised that the drum started turning effortlessly even at the highest speed. Most of the hardware had settled to one side so the load was imbalanced and the tumbler started to walk across my workbench, but I propped it in place with a heavy box and let it run. After about an hour I checked on the hardware and almost all the rust was gone. I dumped the contents of the drum through a strainer, which made separating the hardware a breeze. What was left was almost completely clean steel, certainly clean enough to use once I blew the last of the grit away with an air hose. I ran a few more handfuls of hardware through this machine with the same results. I also ran a really cheap set of rusty no-name sockets that I bought at (yet another) yard sale. I keep junk sockets around in case I need to modify them for odd sizes or special uses, and these followed me home to be added to the "just in case" pile. The sockets came out fairly clean. The chrome plating is peeling off and while the tumbler knocked off any rust and loose bits of plating, it didn't take everything down to bare metal. That's fine, however, because it did most of the dirty work for me while I was doing something else. I can always give one of these sacrificial sockets a once-over on the wire wheel if I need to weld or modify it, but at least I'm starting with something relatively clean and rust-free. If you tumble steel parts or hardware, just remember that what comes out will be prone to re-rusting pretty quickly. This is because you've abraded off any protective oxide layers that were on the metal. It's a good idea to blow off any remaining media and then oil the metal to protect it. Also be aware that touching the raw metal with bare skin can cause it to rust faster, as the salts and acids in your perspiration all cause oxidation. I usually wear nitrile gloves in the garage so this isn't much of a problem for me. When I pulled this dainty little thing out of the box, I figured it would be good for a couple of uses at best before the motor burned out or something broke. So far I'm pleasantly surprised. It's put in a few hours of work with no complaint and nothing broken, and it does a good job of removing light to moderate rust. The aluminum oxide is a worthwhile investment (I think I paid $20 for 25 pounds or so, and I could've gotten a way better deal if I'd shopped around). Long term durability is still a question of course so we'll see how that goes, but so far this thing punches above its weight.

I bought it because I wanted an at home option to polish rough rocks into smooth gems without sending everything to a workshop. The extra-large 2.5 lb barrel and a 9-day programmable timer sounded perfect for longer cycles and batching several stones at once. In everyday use, setup was straightforward. I load the rocks, four grit packs, and ceramic media, seal the leak-proof lid, pick a speed and start. The three speeds and the brushless motor make it feel responsive, and the drum runs smoothly and quietly compared with older machines. What clearly stands out is the four-stage grit system that yielded a clean, museum-like shine after a couple of cycles. The soft rubber barrel seems to absorb impact well, and I appreciate how much less noise it makes during operation. The included instruction book and extra belts and grit packs were helpful in getting started. One small caveat is that it takes a bit of practice to dial in the timing and grit order for different rocks, but once you get the rhythm it becomes predictable. Overall I’m impressed by the capacity, quiet operation, and consistent results, and I’d give it five stars.

I started rock tumbling in 2019. I have just recently turned my love for tumbling into a business. I have a few of the CI tumblers and don't get me wrong they are amazing as well, but I decided to try the K1 Pro tumbler just because it is brushless and what a BEAST it turned out to be. I have been running this tumbler 24/7 since December and not one issue. My rocks come out looking great. My first batch of agate came out with a mirror-like polish that looks professional. My obsidian also has a mirror shine. I will definitely add a couple more K1 tumblers to my batch of tumblers. So, if you’re looking for a 'set it and forget it' machine that delivers stunning results, this is it. Worth every penny!"

I’ve run this tumbler nonstop 24/7 for just over a year. It’s still going, though the lid seal and rollers are worn. Pros: Easy to load, countdown timer, pause button, durable barrel, brushless motor holds up well, fairly quiet, compact, no leaks, and low energy use. Cons: Even on the lowest speed it’s too fast for anything beyond shaping rough rocks and can bruise softer ones (even with ceramic media). You can’t slow it down enough for later stages without changing pulleys. Doesn’t restart automatically after a power outage, and belts wear quicker than I’d like. If you haven’t heard it enough already, the polish that is provided will NOT give you the high polished shine. Overall: Excellent for rough stage one rocks. Once the rough edges are knocked off I move the rocks to a slower tumbler to finish stage one and beyond. It’s a reliable workhorse, though I’ll get the standard motor next time since it’s easier to adjust the speed.

This is a great rock tumbling kit. It comes with a trial set of grits, spare belts, and an excellent user manual that explains not only the usage, but it also gives good hints for rock selections. The rear page has an area where you can record the progress of your tumbles. The tumbler can be programmed for various speeds and days of tumbling. We quickly got it up and running with a selection of rocks from our beach. The 13 yr. old recipient was thrilled with it, even though there was a long wait for the final results. This is the case with all rock tumblers as there are multiple 7 day procedures with varying grits used. At the end, the rocks were smooth and well polished. We coated them with mineral oil for a nice shine. A warning: Because you're tumbling rocks, the unit is quite loud 24/7. It now has moved from the garage, where we could hear it throughout the house, to a back yard shed. It is definitely not recommended for an apartment dweller unless some sort of a sound proof cabinet is constructed.

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Ya quiero usarlo, quiero hacer cristal de mar con trozos de vidrio, pero necesito instrucciones en español. Vienen unos sobres que no sé para qué son, así como un frasco con trocitos blancos. Muchas gracias

Really simple easy to use, spare belts and everything you need to start. Check what stone you put in I had one disintegrate that I found in the bush. I recommend buying a bigger strainer.

This is a simple but yet functional rock tumbler. I went through all the cycles following the booklet that came with it and the rocks came out smooth and perfect feeling. I'll post pictures later. Pros: Simple Powerful I put in a lot of rocks about 1cm in size and it didnt sweat! It came with lots of other gifts such as jewelry making, gems, and powder, etc. The company is easy to talk to and will help in little as days! Cons: Can chew through belts but that is fine because they come with extra.