Online Brush Deburring of Straight Bars
Brush deburring is an essential part of the finishing process for straight bars. This process repairs any nicks, burrs, scratches, and imperfections along the edges and surface of the bars. Brush deburring can significantly improve the operational and cosmetic appearance of the finished product. Online deburring, also known as in-line deburring, is a form of brush deburring that can be done using a special, automated machine. This process can remove burrs as small as 0.005 inch and can deburr bars of all different sizes and shapes.
To begin the process of online brush deburring, the operator will have to upload the specifications for the bars to the machine either through a designated software or the machines touch-screen operator interface. The machine will then be ready to start the deburring process. First, the bars will be placed on the machine’s infeed conveyor or individually loaded into the main machine body. Depending on the material, the machine will feed the bars into the deburring chamber from varying angles.
Inside the deburring chamber, the steel bars will pass through a series of rotating abrasive brushes. Each brush is fine-tuned to correspond with the angle, speed, and material of the bars to ensure the proper finish is achieved. Although the brushes are not in direct contact with the bars, pressure is still applied as the abrading media passes over the surface of the bars. The brushes, with their built-in abrasives, will work to remove any burrs along the edges, as well as any imperfections on the surface of the bars.
Another benefit of online brush deburring is the extended support the machine offers. The vast amount of data the machine collects throughout the deburring cycle is used to analyze and adjust the settings according to the bars’ specifications, material, and other factors. As the machine learns how to better deburr, it’s able to refine the settings even further as each batch is processed. This results in a smoother, more consistent finish every time.
Overall, online brush deburring is an efficient and effective deburring solution for a wide range of straight bars. The ability to review and adjust the settings to adhere to individual job requirements, as well as the ability to analyze data for improved productivity and repeatable results, make this an ideal choice for many businesses.
