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    Grinding tools

    • Grinding usually refers to a machining process


    where a rotating grinding disk is used to
    remove material from work pieces. The rough
    surface of the grinding disk causes material it
    comes in contact with to be sheared off.
    Generally grinding is not a precision operation
    and is used mostly for roughing operations.
    Different types of Grinders
    • Angle grinder (most common)
    • Bench grinder
    • Surface grinder
    Angle grinder
    • Angle grinders are very versatile tools, being able
    to cut grind and polish. Angle grinders were
    originally designed for cutting using cutting disks,
    however they are also used to grind surfaces.
    Angle grinders have very substantial bearings
    that prevent movement in the axial direction.
    • Machine shops often use angle grinders to clean
    up finished parts, removing any rough edges or
    oxidation.
    Bench grinder
    • Bench grinders are also exceptionally common and are not
    limited to manufacturing environments. It is a staple in DIY.
    • The bench grinder consists of a rotating spindle that is
    horizontally oriented. This spindle holds two grinding discs
    on opposite ends of the spindle. One grinding disk is usually
    far rougher and is used for roughing operations, while the
    other one is far finer and is used for finishing operations.
    Bench grinders are not meant for precision work. They are
    mostly used to grind off rough edges or to reduce the size of
    items that do not require high precision. Tools such as
    chisels can also be sharpened using bench grinders.
    Surface grinding
    Surface grinding is the most common of the grinding operations. It is a finishing
    process that uses a rotating abrasive wheel to smooth the flat surface of metallic
    or nonmetallic materials to give them a more refined look by removing the oxide
    layer and impurities on work piece surfaces. This will also attain a desired surface
    for a functional purpose.
    The surface grinder is composed of an abrasive wheel, a workholding device
    known as a chuck, and a reciprocating or rotary table. The chuck holds the
    material in place while it is being worked on. It can do this one of two ways:
    ferromagnetic pieces are held in place by a magnetic chuck, while non-
    ferromagnetic and nonmetallic pieces are held in place by vacuum or mechanical
    means. A machine vise (made from ferromagnetic steel or cast iron) placed on the
    magnetic chuck can be used to hold non-ferromagnetic workpieces if only a
    magnetic chuck is available.

    Generally the grinding wheel can be moved in the Z direction, while the grinding
    table can be moved in the X-Y plane.

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