Burnishing For Precision
When To Use Angle or Face Roller Burnishing Tools
As part complexity increases, specialized burnishing tools can offer a cost-effective solution for achieving precise finishes. Angle and face burnishing tools are designed to better accommodate specific part geometries, enhancing efficiency, and reducing processing time. Understanding the benefits and limitations of these tools can allow you to choose the best tool for your application.
Fittings and other mating surface parts require a fine surface finish in the sealing area. The better the finish, the less friction the part will be subject to, increasing durability and part life. Today, many manufacturers will utilize honing or grinding operations to create the desired surface finish on these parts, however, it can be costly and time consuming. Additionally, in smaller spaces or more complicated geometries, honing and grinding may not be applicable, which means more specialized finishing is required.
One of the most efficient methods for finishing these types of applications is with face or angle burnishing. Angle burnishing tools are designed for finishing ID or OD angles in a part, while face burnishing tools are designed to burnish a specific face profile. Both the angle and face burnishing tools are a good solution for high volume production, because they can quickly achieve a single digit finish in a localized area repeatedly. Additionally, these are a good option when working in smaller parts, because it can burnish the area more effectively than other methods.
One limitation with these tools is that they lack versatility. Due to their custom nature, they cannot be easily adapted to other lines or parts like other standard burnishing tools can. In low volume applications, a custom tool may not make sense depending on the cost of the tool.
Overall, specialized angle and face burnishing tools offer a valuable solution for manufacturers seeking to achieve precise finishes on complex parts. By understanding the benefits and limitations of angle and face burnishing, businesses can make informed decisions to optimize their finishing processes.
For more information on Angle and Face Roller Burnishing Tools, contact our Metal Finishing Application Specialist Team.
