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.
Pointed End Scrub Brush
Solid hardwood block designed with grooved, shaped sides and white Tampico fill for targeted wet or dry surface scrubbing.
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.
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.
ATB™ Tube Brush
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.
ATB™ Microabrasive Internal Brush
Premium high-performance nylon filaments with choice of embedded abrasives offer ultra-fine deburring and cleaning of holes produced by micro drilling. Designed for uniform brushing action that will not alter the hole diameter or surface finish. Can be used manually or on power tools. Constructed for longevity and use on applications requiring absolute precision. Note: brush selected should be ~0.015 inches larger than hole.
Miniature Wire End Brush
Well-crafted with premium materials, Osborn Miniature Wire End Brushes feature fine crimped wire and a small brush diameter to make quick work of cleaning delicate parts, holes/crevices and ID’s. Quality construction provides exceptionally long brush life.
ATB™ Miniature End Brush
Osborn ATB™ Miniature End Brushes feature a small diameter for light duty cleaning, deburring, and surface finishing tasks. Brushes are constructed with premium nylon filaments with choice of Aluminum Oxide or Alumina Silicate abrasive.
Miniature Wire Cup Brush
Osborn’s Miniature Wire Cup Brushes provide precise, light-duty cleaning and deburring of small parts and pieces. Their small size also makes them ideal for tight, hard-to-reach areas. Premium quality construction provides exceptional lifespan.
Miniature Wheel Brush
Available with choice of wire or bristle, Osborn Miniature Wheel Brushes are designed to tackle a wide variety of light-duty cleaning and deburring projects. Wire models are ideal for delicate deburring tasks, while brass and bristle models buff and polish surfaces with absolute precision.
Novoflex - Small Diameter
Osborn’s small diameter ATB™ Novoflex Tools are designed with round, abrasive beads fastened to the end of flexible nylon filaments sized to address smaller applications such as brake cylinders, hydraulics and valve guides. This self-centering tool will conform to the bore surface to provide a consistent, even surface finish over the life of the tool.
ATB™ Miniature Wheel Brush
Versatile Osborn ATB™ Miniature Wheel Brushes are designed for uniform performance even when used on extremely hard materials. Each nylon filament is impregnated with choice of tough abrasive for precision ultra-fine deburring and edge contouring.
Miniature Bristle Cup Brush
Constructed with choice of natural stiff or soft hair, Osborn Miniature Bristle Cup Brushes offer scratch-free surface cleaning of hard-to-reach areas. Can also be used with abrasive compound to buff and polish recessed surfaces.