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.
Situft™ Crimped Wire Internal Brush
Osborn Situft™ Crimped Wire Internal Brushes features densely packed tufts of proprietary TufWire™ steel wire strands for optimal side-action brushing and brush longevity. Conveniently adapts to drill presses, lathes, bench grinders and portable tools to tackle a wide variety of recess cleaning applications, such as inside diameters, threads and keyways.
High Speed Small Grinder Knot Wire Cup Brush
Designed for heavy-duty tasks, Osborn High Speed Small Grinder Knot Wire Cup Brush feature proprietary TufWire™ for aggressive, yet uniform brushing action. This versatile brush makes quick work of scale removal, deburring, and weld cleaning, and is made for use on portable 4-1/2” and 5” grinders. Made in the USA.
ATB Helituf™ Internal Brush
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.
ATB™ Rectangular Filament Internal Brush
Featuring rectangular nylon strips impregnated with tough Aluminum Oxide, Osborn’s ATB™ Rectangular Filament Internal Brush provides a highly efficient side-sweeping action across the surface. Filament shape applies approximately 18 times more abrasive contact than traditional round filaments. Aluminum Oxide ensures a superior finish and prolonged brush life.
HeliTuf™ Crimped Wire Internal Brush
Featuring a unique helix design that is densely packed with steel or stainless steel, Osborn’s HeliTuf™ Crimped Wire Internal Brush provides rugged brushing action to tackle recessed cleaning tasks quickly and efficiently. Ideal for cleaning the internal diameter of a hole, cleaning threads and brushing edges of keyways, and can be used by hand or with power tools.
ATB Situft™ Internal Brush
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.
ATB FasCut™ Wheel Brush - Flexible
Osborn’s flexible ATB Fascut™ Wheel Brushes feature long trim, flexible Round Crimped Silicon Carbide or Round Ceramic nylon abrasive filaments. Designed with moderate density, this brush is ideal for applications requiring a high degree of conformability. High-quality materials and construction offer the industry’s longest brush life.
ATB FasCut™ Wheel Brush - Aggressive
Osborn’s aggressive ATB Fascut™ Wheel Brush is designed with short trim, premium nylon filament that is impregnated with abrasive material. Features high density, uniformly distributed Round Crimped Silicon Carbide or Round Ceramic filaments for increased aggression, minimum cycle time, and the industry’s longest brush life.
ATB Uni-Lok® Max Density Disc Brush
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.
ATB Uni-Lok® Tuftmatic Disc Brush
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.
ATB Uni-Lok® Quick Change Brush
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.
ATB Uni-Lok® Turbo Disc Brush
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.