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Quick Read: Flat Bed Deburring Introduction

Deburring Machine

A machine we frequently have in stock at our warehouse, flat part deburring machines are key to finishing metal components of a flat shape/form. The go-to for surface finishing, edge rounding, de-slagging, grinding and preparing for coating of flat metal components, the configuration of these machines can be adapted to suit the function.

Why is Deburring Needed for Flat Components?

During the manufacturing of metal components, a variety of processes are used that frequently leave small metal fragments & burrs on the components. If not corrected it would hinder the functionality and quality of the parts.

Processes that require deburring include:

  • Graining
  • Laser cutting
  • Plasma cutting
  • Water jet cutting
  • Oxy-fuel cutting
  • Punching
  • Fine blanking
  • Sheet metal work
  • Perforators
  • Plate cutting

Used in industries such as automobile to aerospace, flat part deburring is often used to finish components for clutches, compressor & valve plate brakes, and Hydraulic pumps.

How Does Flat Component Deburring Work?

The simple explanation of flat bed deburring machines is that the parts are placed on a conveyor belt and moved through the machine whilst encountering some abrasive belt & brush heads when inside.  

The abrasive belts are coated in different sized grit to remove the burr. Belts with smaller grit are more suitable for softer metal alloys while rougher belt grit is best for harder metals like steel.

Belt Set Up

The setup of the grinders inside can be one, two or multiple belts like in the image above. By adding brushes to the process, additional finishes are available such as rounding the edges. Depending on the metal and size, the user is able to arrange the belts and brushes in the order that suits the component.

An example of why someone may want a belt-only lineup is that they want to finish the components with a uniform lined texture. Now recognised as a professional quality finish, this finish is frequently used in the aerospace and defence industries.

In a setup with brushes, the rotation of the brushes contrasts with the belts preventing a lined texture. Also, brushes have the advantage of being able to round the edges as part of removing sharp burr from the components. For a thorough deburr of the edges, we recommend a setup that includes two brushes but in opposite directions (clockwise and anti-clockwise) to reach all the edges of the component.

Rotary Deburring

The design of flatbed deburring machines is not limited to linear belts and brushes. There is a rotary alternative that uses solely brushes but instead of a long brush that goes all the way across the processing area, smaller brushes are fitted to a central spinning spindle. The smaller brushes vary between clockwise and anti-clockwise directions all while the spindle rotates and moves over the components.

This method is another option for metal finishers to consider when deciding on the most suitable deburring method for them.

Summary

The process of flat part deburring is a simple and effective solution for many businesses. Critical for metal finishing flat components, the process of just removing burrs has many benefits for the final finish and this method is just one of them.

To find more about other deburring techniques, check out our blogs below.

Weber 4 Head Flat Belt Grinder / Sander with Built in Coolant and Filter System More Images Available

Weber 4 Head Flat Belt Grinder / Sander with Built in Coolant and Filter System

A Weber 4 head flat belt sander with built in coolant and filter system. Two driven grinding/sanding belts plus two driven brushes, with a variable speed work conveying belt and power driven height adjustment.

Stock No
PB1156
Category
Through feed flat bed Linishing & Brushing Machinery
Model
Weber NLC-2/2-300
Year of Manufacture
1998
R.P.M.
3000
Hp/Kw
33kW // 44Hp
Other Info
Conveyor Belt Width 300mm
Condition
Good Condition
Refurbished Price [?]
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Grindingmaster MCSB / B 600 More Images Available

Grindingmaster MCSB / B 600

This pre owned Ellesco Grindingmaster is a premier industrial metal working multi finishing 600mm wide belt dry working machine.

Stock No
PB1170
Category
Through feed flat bed Linishing & Brushing Machinery
Model
Grindingmaster MCSB / B 600
Hp/Kw
15 // 11
Other Info
600mm wide belt
Condition
From a working environment, Seen powered at RSW
Sold As Seen Price [?]
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Lissmac SMD123RE Graining/Brush Deburring Machine with Wet Extractor More Images Available

Lissmac SMD123RE Wide Belt Graining / Counter Rotating 4 Brush Deburring Machine with Wet NonFlam Extractor

The LISSMAC ECOline grinding machine is a versatile machine that is designed to machine sheet materials or components that require either, deburring, edge rounding, surface finishing, or oxide/slag removal following a previous operation or production treatment. Waste dust is controlled by the matched, ESTA wet ATEX collector.

Stock No
PC1186J
Category
Through feed flat bed Linishing & Brushing Machinery
Model
Lissmac SMD123RE
Year of Manufacture
2017
R.P.M.
Various (see details below)
Hp/Kw
Power Input 28.5kVA
Other Info
Total Coverage, Belt + Rotating Brushes.
Condition
Seen working by RSW, Excellent Condition, Current Model
Refurbished Price [?]
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Through Feed Horizontal Belt Linishing and Sanding Machine More Images Available

Birkett Cutmaster Through Feed Horizontal Belt Linishing and Sanding Machine

This Birkett Cutmaster 900mm flatbed is a premier industrial metal working multi-finishing machine. This single belt dry working machine is equipped with a powerful motor, allowing it to process the toughest and heaviest jobs around.

Stock No
PD1193
Category
Through feed flat bed Linishing & Brushing Machinery
Model
Birkett Cutmaster 901-M1
Hp/Kw
15kW main motor
Other Info
Graining de-burring finishing machine.
Condition
Good Condition
Refurbished Price [?]
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Grindingmaster GR2100, 600mm Wide Belt Grinding Machine
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Grindingmaster GR2100, 600mm Belt Grinding Machine

This pre-owned Ellesco Grindingmaster is a premier industrial metal working multi-finishing 600mm wide belt dry working machine.

Stock No
PD1195
Category
Through feed flat bed Linishing & Brushing Machinery
Model
Grindingmaster GR-2100-600
Year of Manufacture
1997
R.P.M.
8.5M/Sec // 16M/Sec
Hp/Kw
15Hp // 11kW
Other Info
600mm Wide Working Belt Width
Condition
Seen working by RSW, Good Condition