When selecting a grinding wheel or cutting wheel types, users should consider two primary factors
- diameter
- thickness
Both metrics affect the wheel’s usability and performance.
Factor 1:DIAMETER
The choice of diameter for a grinding wheel or cutting wheel generally depends on the available tool. The primary reason for fitting the grinding disc or cutting disc diameter to the metal cutting tools is safety — the operation of the tool should never exceed the RPM rating on the abrasive. Smaller power tools tend to operate at higher RPM than larger power tools, and the design of abrasives and wire brush wheel for angle grinder enables them to meet the same standards. Running a wheel with only an 8,500 RPM rating on a grinder that operates at 13,000 RPM could cause the abrasive to fail and injure the operator.
Why we choose right diameter?
Reason 1: Safety
Choosing the correct diameter also enhances safety because it allows for the use of proper guards. Trying to fit a 155mm abrasive cutting disc on a 115mm grinder necessitates removing the protective guards, and running the grinder without guards would increase the operator’s chance of injury if the abrasive failed.
Reason 2: Product life
Product life is an additional factor in the choice of grinding wheel and cutting wheel diameter. Larger-diameter wheels last longer. Especially in applications where the operator must run the grinding wheel for a sustained period, using a larger-diameter wheel can improve productivity by reducing the number of times the operator must stop and replace the abrasive. Binic also manufacture flap disc, sandpaper and wire cup wheel.
Reason 3: Workspace and workpiece
The configuration of the workspace and workpiece also influence the choice of diameter. For instance, an operator working in a cramped space or on a tricky area of the workpiece may choose a die grinder with a small 3 inch metal cutting discs for better access.
Factor 2: THICKNESS
The thickness of a grinding wheel impacts its performance and wheel life. When selecting cutting wheel thickness, making a decision often isn’t that easy. In addition to many obvious factors, such as the machine or area of application, various preferences also play a role. In practice, anyone who wants to professionally cut stainless steel, metal or other materials is faced with a choice: 0.8mm,1.0mm,1.6mm,2.0mm or 2.5mm etc.
Final Thoughts
BINIC Abrasive Company can produce various of thicknesses cutting wheel types, whether it is inox cutting discs, iron cutting discs, cutting wheel for metal, steel cutting discs, best cutting disc for stainless steel, or stone cutting discs, BINIC Abrasives Company can produce all kinds of products and size. In practical applications, users can complete the work efficiently only by selecting products and tools with the appropriate diameter and thickness.