Beveling
If two workpieces are to be welded together, the edge of the workpieces must first be broken by a beveled surface. This is done by machining. The result is a chamfer, also known as a bevel.
What is beveling and
why is it important?
If two workpieces are to be welded together, the edge of the workpieces must first be broken by a beveled surface. This is done by machining. Or in other words, a space is created to accommodate the individual welding layers through which the workpieces are joined together. The bevel can have different shapes. The V-joint, the double V-joint, and the Y-joint are the most common shapes.
Which tool is used for beveling?
The position of the weld, the material of the workpiece, and the types of drives available - the choice of the right tool depends on various factors.
If an angle grinder is available, the beveling can be done with sulfur- and iron-free Osborn flap discs. Flap discs with a conical or straight shape are available. The angle on the workpiece determines the shape of the flap wheel.
If a workpiece made of non-ferrous metal is to be beveled, we recommend an abrasive cloth with a cooling bond as it reduces blue tarnish.
Pictured: Beveling with an Osborn flap disc.
If a straight grinder or air grinder is available, chamfering can be done with carbide burrs. The milling head is made of tungsten carbide-cobalt, the shank of tool steel. Different head shapes and toothings ensure that there is the right solution for every application.
For chamfering, burrs with cross serration (Z6) are the best choice. It ensures high stock removal in a short time. If the surface quality is important, a single tooth (Z3) is recommended. In the shipyard sector, the special shipyard toothing is often used. Compared to the Z6 toothing, it has a 30% higher material removal rate.
Camfering with a carbide burr.
Products for
Beveling.
X-Lock Knotted Bevel Brush
Backwards compatible for regular hand tools or your X-lock grinder, Osborn’s bevel brush features the ideal shape for brushing hard-to-reach areas.
Airway MagnaFlex™ Non-Woven Buff
Osborn developed a revolutionary buffing material that possesses characteristics never achieved with other buff cloths. The MagnaFlex™ material is primarily suited for mush buffing of non-ferrous metals without sharp edges. This cloth provides flexibility and can fold into parts with deep contours providing contact to create high color finishing. Designed to run at lower speeds and still provide cutting and coloring actions on part surfaces this buff will provide a clean result.
Airway Cloth Finger Buff
Used for cutting down operations. A very firm aggressive buff used where the surfaces vary in contour, or irregular shaped parts. Designed with folded and sewn fingers to get into those hard to reach spots.
Helituf Crimped Wire Internal Brush Kit
Tackle a variety of cleaning and brushing tasks with Osborn’s Helituf Crimped Wire Internal Brush Kit. Kit comes with 12 different sized brushes and both available sized brush holders. Each Helituf brush features a unique, helix design with rugged, heavily-filled wire for optimal performance and brush longevity.
Utility Scrub Brush - Long Handle
Choice of oval-trimmed fill material staple-set into long hardwood handle for ease of use.
Dual Service Scrub Brush
Dual-angled design allows for scrubbing multiple surfaces at once, eliminating the need to change brushes. Scrub brush features durable Polypro fill for exceptional performance wet or dry.
Long Handle Utility Brush
Premium quality tampico, tightly spiral wound on a long hardwood handle. Perfect for hard-to-reach applications.
Stiff Whisk Broom
Designed with heavy-duty black Bassine moisture resistant fiber for industrial and shipyard use. Oil primed fibers are held in place with a durable metal band and reinforced with heavy wire binding for maximum durability.
Polyester Grey Bristle Brush with Bow Handle
Ideal for use with oil paint and varnish. Plastic bow handle.
Nylon/Polyester Blend Wall Brush
Versatile synthetic blend wall brush with wood beaver tail handle for use with all paints.
Ox Hair One Stroke Brush
Highest-quality natural fill. Performs exceptionally with oil-base paints and stains. Wood handle.
Horsehair Tin Ferrule Acid Brush
Ideal for use with acid, lubricant, and glue. Tin ferrule design prevents bristles from loosening for longevity.