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.
Wire Broom
Constructed of premium grade steel wire for sweeping and scrubbing uneven and rough surfaces such as cement, stone, or street pavement. Also ideal for cleaning industrial ovens, brick, and concrete.
Plater's Wire Wheel Brush
Flexible and soft-faced, Osborn’s Plater’s Wire Wheel Brushes produce an ultra-fine satin finish. Wheels feature durable staple set construction, individually anchoring each tuft of wire into the plastic hub for longer lifespan. Wire provides extra flexibility to service irregular surfaces and hard-to-reach areas. Choose from steel or brass wire to accommodate a wide variety of precious and non-ferrous metals.
V-Trim Cleaning Scratch Brush
Precision cut V-trim wire fill effectively cleans hard-to-reach areas and tight corners. Wire fill is firmly anchored in kiln-dried hardwood to provide consistent performance over the life of the brush.
Plater's Shoe Handle Fiber Brush
Hardwood shoe handle with densely packed natural fiber offers quick, uniform brushing action during general cleaning tasks. Recommended for use in plating and metal finishing process work.
Plater's Fine Wire Scratch Brush
Constructed of solid hardwood with choice of fine wire fill ideal for many hand brushing jobs in the plating process and metal finishing tasks. Shoe handle has hang-hole for convenient brush storage.
Nylex Single Stem, Single Spiral, with adaptor
Premium quality Nylex filament makes quick work of internal cleaning. Brushes are designed for hand tools, drill presses and power tools. The brushes are designed for optimal performance, flexibility and longevity. Ideal for cleaning engine blocks, heads, and other assorted parts during the engine rebuilding process.
V-Groove Long Handle Scratch Brush
Designed specifically for use in hard-to-reach areas requiring a narrow face. Wire tufts are firmly anchored to long hardwood handle. Premium construction ensures long service life.
Plastic Handle Scratch Brush
Economical plastic and wire fill scratch brushes offer reliable performance for cleaning and surface preparation.
Miniature Bristle End Brush
Trust Osborn Bristle End Brushes to buff and polish difficult-to-reach areas. Natural hair provides scratch-free finishing, making it ideal for delicate parts such as jewelry, optics, and other precision instruments.
Economy Street Broom
Durable, economic street broom in choice of Palmyra or Polypro fill. For use with standard tapered handles.
Grit Wheel Brush with Shank
Constructed of standard Silicone Carbide, this brush is ideal for light-duty surface cleaning and deburring projects. All brushes are constructed with 1/4" shank.
X-Lock Knotted Bevel Brush
Backwards compatible for regular hand tools or your X-lock grinder, Osborn’s bevel brush features the ideal shape for brushing hard-to-reach areas.