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Bonds and diamond wheels
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Each diamond wheel is composed of two very important elements: bonds and abrasives. For the abrasive to cut efficiently, the wheel must use the proper bond.
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 The bond used in diamond wheels holds abrasive grains together, so that they can cut properly, and then release the diamond grains when they are worn out and no longer capable of efficient performance. A bond that can release the grains at the optimum moment is considered to be best. If the release take place too slowly, tool efficiency decreases. If it occurs too quickly, tool-life is too short. There are four principal types of bonds used in diamond wheels: vitrified and ceramic bonds, resinoid bonds, metal bonds and elastic bonds. Each of these provides different characteristics to the processing action of the wheel. The type of bond selected depends on such factors as the wheel operating speed, the type of processing operation, and the precision required. Readers will find information on different types of bonds, which processes should they be used for, and other useful data on the selected links..
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Photos: abrasivetech.com
Last review: June, 2004 |
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