REDWIRE The different types of deburring techniques available from Vibra Finish

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Vibra Finish offers several different methods of deburring metal parts.

Vibra Finish offers a broad range of services for finishing metal parts, and a key one is deburring. As many machine parts do not work properly with raised edges or rough spots, removing burrs is a major part of finishing. There are several different ways of approaching this procedure, ranging from vibratory deburring to using a centrifugal-disc deburring machine.

Consistent element, run, and batch

One method Vibra Finish uses is a vibratory deburring machine. These beneficial machines offer constant quality through computerized, controlled conditions that keep every element, run, batch consistent. No surfaces are touched, nicked, scraped, or damaged, and numerous elements are qualified of being fired together, which results in significant reduction of piece-part costs. With larger equipment parts, a dry process and polishing technique is used to deburr smaller gears with elaborate tooth profiles.

Centrifugal-disc deburring is a more aggressive approach, but with less part-on-part impingement than one might expect. These deburring machines are three-part systems: a tub where users place media and parts for deburring; a disc at the tub bottom that transfers centrifugal energy to the media and parts, and a motor to spin the disc. Benefits of centrifugal deburring include faster rates, high flexibility and control, and better finish quality. Rapid abrasive wear is an occasional drawback, but certain media can help prevent this issue.

Shot blasting is another deburring method Vibra Finish employs. This technique also cleans, polishes, and strengthens metal and is necessary to prepare metal for surface coats, such as plating, paint, and overlays. Shot blasting is commonly used for preparing new parts and restoring old ones in the automotive sector.

Finally, tumbling – also known as barrel finishing – is a surface-improving operation in which the user places parts, media, and compounds in a barrel that rotates at a predetermined speed. Among other purpose, this deburrs parts to a high finish. Aluminum oxide can be added if irregular size and shape are not important. It is best to start at a low speed to cut the burr, instead of rolling it over, and then increase the speed.

To learn more, contact Vibra Finish.


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Posted by Vibra Finish Limited


Vibra Finish Limited is a manufacturer of vibratory finishing, centrifugal finishing, tumbling, separating, vibro-peenin... Read more

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