All-U-Need (glass/crystal model)
SKU: 20-027
Our American-made All-U-Need is a flat lap machine that is one of the best tools for cold working art glass on the market. Grind, shape and polish glass and crystals to make free-form shapes and cabochons for necklaces, earrings, rings and other jewelry pieces. Create polished windows in glass marbles or beads. The All-U-Need also makes the perfect workbench tool for cold glass workers and glass fusers, as it gives your glass projects smooth edges with a professional, finished look. The All-U-Need is available in both 6″ and 8″ models and comes with an accessory kit specially designed for grinding, shaping and polishing glass and crystal. (If you plan on polishing rocks, minerals and/or metals, we suggest purchasing the All-U-Need rock/mineral model.)
The Hi-Tech Diamond All-U-Need lap machine is manufactured with a 1/2" arbor and powered by a 1/4 hp, heavy-duty, ball bearing, DC motor. This motor is variable speed so you can work at whatever pace you desire, delivering speeds from 800 rpm to 3,400 rpm. This portable machine can be used anywhere. Whether you're at home, in the shop or on the road, this quiet machine won't disturb others around you. It's lightweight, rustproof and impact-resistant, making it even easier to travel with.
The coolant reservoir, which holds about a pint of water, prevents heat buildup while you work and removes dust particles so you don't inhale any harsh chemicals. That pint of water will give you two to three straight hours of work without refilling. The black splash guard keeps water off you so you don't get soaked while you work. Cleanup is as simple as it gets: Just remove the black spray shield, rinse with clean water and you're ready to work again.
Electricity supply
Make sure you choose the right power supply for your machine. The 220 volt models are available only for overseas customers that require 220V - 240V power supply. All 220 volt models are manufactured with this CE rated, Type F plug (see below):
International customers
We are not responsible for any import duties or customs charges. Any such fees incurred to receive your package are not covered by us. Please consult your country's customs policy for more information. For Europe sales, please contact Inland Craft Europe at info@inlandcraft.de. For Australia sales, please visit Aussie Sapphire at www.aussiesapphire.com.au.
This All-U-Need lap machine comes with a glass/crystal accessory kit that allows you to work right out of the box. Our grinding and polishing process makes easy work of grinding, shaping and polishing glass and crystal. The electroplated diamond discs are easily interchangeable and only require ONE backing plate for all four discs.
Glass/crystal accessory kit includes
- 360# electroplated diamond disc
- 600# electroplated diamond disc
- 1,200# electroplated diamond disc
- 3,000# electroplated diamond disc
- Tech-11 polishing pad
- 2-gram 14,000# diamond paste syringe
- Two acrylic backing plates - one for diamond discs and one for Tech-11 pad
- Disc bushing
Machine includes
- Machine dimensions: 10" L X 10" W X 12" H
- Machine weight: 9 lbs
- Machine housing construction: Rustproof, ABS plastic
- Motor type: 1/4 hp variable speed direct drive motor with speeds ranging between 800 rpm - 3,400 rpm
- Motor voltage: 115V or 220V
- Country of origin: U.S.A.
- Shipped from: U.S.A.
Want to increase the water reservoir capacity?
Our Pro-Flow water cooling system offers innovative ways to accomplish this and will provide you with hours of drips and use. Simply clip the attachment onto the All-U-Need and use with either a one-gallon pressure tank or submersible water pump.
Need to use grinder bits for special glass projects?
Transform the All-U-Need into a powerhouse glass grinding machine with our specialty line of glass grinder bits!
Extended warranty program
You’re about to make a smart investment by purchasing a Hi-Tech Diamond All-U-Need machine so protect it with our extended warranty program. Our extended warranties extend the one-year manufacturer warranty that is included with the All-U-Need. Choose from either a one- or two-year warranty extension. We recommend purchasing this extended warranty at the same time you purchase your Hi-Tech Diamond machine.
Customer Reviews
I’ve been using the All-U-Need flat lap (glass model) for coldworking the bottoms of cast pieces, removing devit, and prepping surfaces before fire polishing — and it’s made a noticeable difference in my process. The 8" disc size gives me much more control and consistency than a traditional bit grinder, and it’s significantly faster for leveling and smoothing larger surfaces.
I love being able to swap out different diamond laps and gradually step up through grits. It’s especially helpful when I want a clean finish before slumping or fire polishing. The motor runs smoothly, and the included splash guard and drip system work well once you get them stabilized.
That said, the splash guard doesn’t lock into place — it shifts easily if bumped, which can be frustrating. I also may not be using it correctly - this machine is still new to me. I ended up taping it down, and that kept it in place. I also placed the machine inside a storage container (shown in the photo) as a precaution for splash control — though in general, I’ve found this setup produces far less splash than a standard bit grinder.
Overall, I’d absolutely recommend this machine to other glass artists — especially if you’re ready to move beyond a traditional upright grinder and want more precision in your coldworking workflow. It’s a great investment if you’re looking to level up the quality and efficiency of your finishing work!
Perfect for my Hobby
Quite frankly, this is one of the best glass working tools I have bought since my GTT Phantom in 2002. My only “complaint” and it’s not HTD’s fault, is it needs to come with courser grit wheels. The 360 is a little fine for “rough cuts” a 180 wheel is a must have addition.
I ended up buying a 100 and a 180 lapping wheel as “extras” I “saved” 20 pieces I was going to scrap with the wheel.
Shipping was incredibly fast and the quality of the machine is as expected for the price range.
I shot an unboxing video and a “first few cuts” video on the machine
https://youtu.be/ZeWRCQTQxGI?si=f89Q3NzwaolA9okg
I had been thinking of adding a lap wheel to my arsenal for a while now and decided to go through Hi-Tech Diamond for that studio upgrade. I couldn’t be happier with my decision. They machine is high quality, they ship fast and the customer support was super responsive and excited to help me out.
Embarking on a new creative journey in cold working. This is my first lap wheel, and being a first-time user of one of these machines caused a little apprehension. However, after getting everything all set up, with ease I might add, switched the power on and then the wheel began to spin, and the water began to flow I found myself completely at home. Love my "All U Need" product. The Hi-Tech Lap wheel is a quality-built machine for those who are in the small to medium range like me. customer service in my book is an A+.
