Beveling
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.
What is beveling and
why is it important?
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.
Which tool is used for beveling?
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.
Products for
Beveling.
Deck Scrub Brush
Heavy duty Osborn deck brush with hardwood block and built-in squeegee.
Plater's Long Handle Fiber Brush
Hardwood block brush with choice of premium natural or synthetic fill, ideal for a general cleaning tasks during plating and metal finishing processes.
Plater's Fiber Brush
Featuring a blend of natural Tampico and Palmyra fibers and a hardwood block handle, Osborn’s well-crafted Plater’s Fiber Brush is ideal for medium to heavy duty wet or dry cleaning applications during the plating and metal finishing process.
Pure Grey Bristle Brush
Multi-use bristle brush with plastic Kaiser handle. Ideal for use as chip brush.
Nylon/Polyester Blend Brush
Versatile synthetic blend brush ideal for use with all paints. Solid wood beaver tail handle.
Polyester Grey Bristle Brush with Kaiser Handle
Ideal for use with oil paint and varnish. Plastic Kaiser handle.
Pure Black China Bristle Oval Sash Brush
Constructed with premium-quality black China bristle ideal for use with oil paints and varnishes. Wood handle.
Pure Grey China Bristle Oval Sash Brush
Exceptional stiffness and taper for spreading oil-base paints, enamels, stains, shellacs and epoxy coatings. Premium grey China bristle fill with plastic handle.
Economy Black Polyester Paint Brush
An affordable, all-purpose brush with durable synthetic polyester fill. Plastic handle.
Red Sable Artist's Brush
Soft, round natural fill with tapered wood handle.
Pure Bristle Flat Artist's or Fitch Marking Brush
Chiseled edge natural bristle fill brush with walnut lacquered wood handle.
Pure White China Bristle Flat Sash Tool Brush
Professional-grade white china bristle with plastic handle. Excellent for use with oil paint, varnish, polyurethanes and synthetic coatings.