If two workpieces are to be welded together, the edge of the workpieces must first be broken by a beveled surface. This is done by machining. The result is a chamfer, also known as a bevel.
If two workpieces are to be welded together, the edge of the workpieces must first be broken by a beveled surface. This is done by machining. Or in other words, a space is created to accommodate the individual welding layers through which the workpieces are joined together. The bevel can have different shapes. The V-joint, the double V-joint, and the Y-joint are the most common shapes.
The position of the weld, the material of the workpiece, and the types of drives available - the choice of the right tool depends on various factors.
If an angle grinder is available, the beveling can be done with sulfur- and iron-free Osborn flap discs. Flap discs with a conical or straight shape are available. The angle on the workpiece determines the shape of the flap wheel.
If a workpiece made of non-ferrous metal is to be beveled, we recommend an abrasive cloth with a cooling bond as it reduces blue tarnish.
Pictured: Beveling with an Osborn flap disc.
If a straight grinder or air grinder is available, chamfering can be done with carbide burrs. The milling head is made of tungsten carbide-cobalt, the shank of tool steel. Different head shapes and toothings ensure that there is the right solution for every application.
For chamfering, burrs with cross serration (Z6) are the best choice. It ensures high stock removal in a short time. If the surface quality is important, a single tooth (Z3) is recommended. In the shipyard sector, the special shipyard toothing is often used. Compared to the Z6 toothing, it has a 30% higher material removal rate.
Camfering with a carbide burr.
A Plain Yoke Style Cam Follower is a type of roller bearing that has a plain (non-flanged) outer surface and a yoke-shaped inner ring. It is commonly used in light to medium load applications and provides a simple, low-cost solution for cam and track following. The yoke-shaped inner ring allows for easy installation and the plain outer surface provides minimal axial height, making it suitable for applications with tight installation constraints.
A V-Grooved Eccentric Stud Style Cam Follower is a type of roller bearing that has a cylindrical stud as the inner raceway, with the outer raceway being a cylinder that is offset (eccentric) with the stud and has a V-groove cut into its surface. This design is commonly used in cam and track following applications where the ability to compensate for misalignment or shaft deflection is required and a specific and consistent orientation of the bearing relative to the cam or track is needed. The V-groove allows for positive guidance and helps to maintain the proper orientation of the bearing, while the eccentric stud provides the ability to adjust for misalignment, making it suitable for use in applications with shaft deflection or other sources of misalignment. The stud allows for easy installation, and the plain (non-flanged) outer surface provides minimal axial height, making it suitable for applications with tight installation constraints.
Designed with a round trim and densely packed nylon filaments, this Osborn ATB™ Cup Brush offers optimal performance on irregular surfaces. Premium quality nylon filaments filled with Silicon Carbide abrasive to increase effectiveness and brush life.
A V-Grooved Stainless Steel Eccentric Cam Follower is a roller bearing with an eccentric stud and V-groove outer raceway, made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance. Used for precise load distribution and positioning in precision components, robotics, automation, and aerospace/defense applications.
A V-grooved yoke style cam follower is a type of roller bearing that follows a cam profile and is used in industrial automation. It consists of a roller element in a yoke-style outer ring with a V-groove for following a cam profile, providing stability and convenience in mounting.
Osborn’s ATB Uni-Lok® Quick Change Brushes feature a permanently mounted ¼” shank for quick, convenient attachment to CNC machines, automatic equipment, portable tools, and robotic cells. These small diameter brushes feature premium-quality nylon filament with choice of Round Crimped Silicon Carbide or Round Ceramic abrasive to serve a variety of deburring needs. The unique composite design allows for “touching” of surrounding raised surfaces without harming the part or the brush. Designed and tested for longevity and uniformity.
Designed to tackle the most demanding of applications, Osborn’s ATB Uni-Lok® Max Density Disc Brushes deliver maximum aggression and reliable, uniform performance. Brushes feature max density, premium quality Round Crimped abrasive nylon filament, making them capable of processing large burrs on stainless steel and hardened alloys without altering the part’s dimension. Expertly designed and tested for minimal cycle time and exceptional brush life.
Osborn’s ATB Uni-Lok® Turbo Disc Brush features Round Crimped abrasive filaments in a unique turbo design to effectively tackle moderate to severe burrs or tasks where conformability is required. When used in dry applications, turbo design draws air into the brush face to run cooler. When used in wet applications, the turbo design allows more coolant to flow within the brushing surface.
Constructed with a durable polypropylene base and a dense configuration of strategically located tufts, Osborn ATB Uni-Lok® Tuftmatic™ Disc Brushes offer thorough, uniform performance in both dry and wet applications. Each tuft features high-quality nylon filaments impregnated with Silicon Carbide, and is configured to allow abrasive filaments to flow evenly and consistently over the most intricate flat-faced parts. Compatible with Osborn’s Uni-Lok® adapter system and designed for maximum effectiveness.
Osborn ATB Helituf™ Internal Brushes are designed with high-quality nylon filament embedded with durable Silicon Carbide and unique helix design to provide efficient internal surface cleaning and deburring action. Helituf™ brushes should only be used with suitable holders and fully chucked.
Osborn’s ATB Situft™ Internal Brushes feature premium-quality abrasive nylon filaments to provide efficient, aggressive abrasive action across a wide range of internal cleaning and finishing operations. Situft™ brushes should be used only with suitable holders.
Featuring spiral-mounted nylon filaments with abrasive Silicon Carbide grit, Osborn ATB™ Tube Brushes offer extra cutting and cleaning action without sacrificing brush life. Brush can be mounted onto a portable or stationary tool for efficient operation.