You know all about abrasive grains and which one is best for your needs.
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eramic abrasives provide fast cutting and aggressive stock removal on tough alloys
and zirconia abrasives are dependable for stock removal on mild steel, stainless steel, alloy steels and most ferrous and non-ferrous
metals and non-woven abrasives clean mating or sealing surfaces with ease.
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, just to be sure.
But did you know Kimball Midwest offers a few families of its own to make your grinding and polishing jobs even easier? If not, here&#;s a primer, so you can pick the right product for your most important jobs.
The
Dark-Fire
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Family
This family of abrasives has a proprietary ceramic matrix abrasive grain, which provides exceptional service life and aggressive grinding.
It has a self-sharpening grain that regenerates as it is used, exposing fresh, sharp abrasive grain for consistent performance throughout the life of the disc.
Its cooler running design is ideal for use with heat-sensitive materials.
The Dark-Fire&#; wheels are available in various sizes from 2&#; to 4-1/2", and mounting configurations for die grinders, angle grinders and belt sanders are available.
The Kim-Brite&#; Family
These grinding and polishing discs use a non-woven fiber impregnated with abrasive grain to provide fast, safe and efficient cleaning on virtually all metals. This family is ideal for the removal of scratches, flashing, rust, oxidation and surface contaminants.
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The Kim-Brite&#; family provides light deburring and blending of ground out welds. The discs have a non-loading design that helps provide consistent results.
They are available in various sizes from ¾&#; to 7&#; and have mounting configurations for die grinders, angle grinders, bench grinders and belt sanders.
The Crimson-Fire&#; Family
This series of abrasives provide premium engineered ceramic grain, which is ideal for quick and effective grinding and finishing of tough alloys including stainless steel, cobalt, Inconel, titanium and more.
The aggressive engineered crystalline structure provides fast stock removal that outperforms aluminum oxide and zirconia abrasive grains.
Crimson-Fire&#; is designed to work with heat-sensitive materials and resists scorching the substrate.
The longer life helps increase productivity by reducing time spent on wheel changes.
The discs are available in various sizes from 1&#; to 4-1/2&#; and mounting configurations for die grinders and angle grinders.
If you are interested in our families of abrasives, we will be happy to come out and show you what they can do. All you have to do is
Abrasives play a pivotal role across various industries, providing essential solutions for a myriad of applications. From manufacturing and construction to automotive and electronics, abrasives are versatile, indispensable tools that ensure efficient operations and high-quality results. They serve a variety of purposes, ranging from paint and rust removal to surface smoothing and preparation for further treatment.
- In manufacturing, abrasives are used for material removal, surface preparation, and finishing processes. They help shape and refine raw materials, ensuring precision and accuracy in component and product production
- In construction, abrasives are used for tasks such as sanding, grinding, and polishing surfaces, enabling smooth finishes and enhancing durability
- Abrasives are important in the automotive industry. From repairing bodywork to refinishing paint, abrasives are used for sanding and smoothing surfaces, ensuring a professional finish
- In the electronics industry, abrasives are utilised for cleaning and preparing circuit boards, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
Over the years, abrasive technology has evolved significantly, offering improved performance, efficiency, and safety. Advancements in abrasive materials, such as the development of synthetic abrasives like silicon carbide and aluminium oxide, have revolutionised various industries. These modern abrasives provide enhanced cutting power, durability, and precision, enabling professionals to achieve faster results with increased accuracy.
Additionally, the introduction of innovative abrasive products, such as abrasive wheels, discs, belts, and pads, has further enhanced abrasives' versatility and effectiveness. These products are specifically designed to meet the unique requirements of different applications, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
As there are many abrasive tools available, it can be tricky to know which is best for specific job requirements. Here we show which tool to select for the job at hand and which can be used as an alternative.
Task
Best Tool/s
Alternative Tool/s (where applicable)
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Cutting &#; metal
Cutting discs
Diamond discs or burrs
Cutting &#; non-metal
Diamond discs
n/a
Grinding
Grinding discs or wheels
n/a
Stock removal
Flap discs or wheels
n/a
Deburring
Burrs or flap wheels
Sanding discs, hand pads, or abrasive cloth
Hand sanding
Hand pads or abrasive cloth
n/a
Surface preparation, stripping, or cleaning
Sanding discs or belts, flap discs, or fibre discs
Flap wheels, hand pads, or abrasive cloth
Surface blending and conditioning
Sanding discs or flap discs
Hand pads or abrasive cloth