Mass Surface Finishing Machines & Consumables

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MASS SURFACE FINISHING MACHINES & CONSUMABLES

Kemet International Ltd, Parkwood Trading Estate, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9NJ, UK +44 (0) 1622 755287 [email protected] www.kemet.co.uk Mass Surface Finishing Machines & Consumables

Since 1938, Kemet has been at the forefront of precision polishing technology, producing quality diamond pastes, slurries and composite lapping/polishing materials in our purpose built facilities.

Manual finishing processes can be labour intensive and inconsistent resulting in high rework and reject levels. A wide range of mass finishing techniques offer unique solutions to overcome these disadvantages, providing greater economy, repeatability and quality.

The processes, compounds, media and machines that provide these solutions are continually being developed to make them more effective and ensure customers’ finishing challenges are met. Contents Ordering

VIBRATORY MACHINES 1-11 Information BSI Assurance Mark Telephone: Vibratory Bowl Machines 1-3 +44(0)1622 607507 Sales Desk - Direct Line Vibratory Trough Machines 4-5 +44(0)1622 755287 Enquiries & Technical Support Dual Machines 6-7 Vibratory Drying 8-9 Email: Super Centrifugal Machines 10-11 [email protected]

CONSUMABLES 12-20 Website: BSI Assurance Marks. www.kemet.co.uk Media 12-16 Post Here are some of the BSI Assurance Marks Ceramic 13-14 Plastic 14-15 Kemet International Ltd, Agro & Pre-treated 15 Cuxton Road, Parkwood Trading Estate, Special Media 16 Maidstone, Kent ME15 9NJ, UK Powders & Pastes 17-18 Liquid Compounds 18-20

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BSI [email protected] BSI Assurance Mark | January 2015 4 Vibratory Bowl Finishing Machines

Designed and built for the most challenging finishing applications, the flexible vibratory VIBRATORY BOWL FINISHING MACHINES bowl range can be used for a variety of applications: deburring, descaling, radiusing, cleaning, polishing, general surface improvement. A range of standard sizes is available but the machines can be customised for specific applications. Features Process Chamber The process bowls are stress relieved to improve their life and the internal chamber section designed to optimise the tumbling action and ensure shorter process times. They are also designed to ensure ease of customisation if required. Pneumatic Separation system If auto separation is required, this option ensures no parts are trapped under the flap and the flap system is not damaged. By reversing the rotational direction of the motor, the contents in the process chamber move in the opposite direction of the separation area and clearing the area so the flap seats correctly. Superior Bowl Lining The bowl lining is extremely important as it ensures the base bowl fabrication is protected and the components are effectively processed. A special grade of polyurethane materials, formulated to enhance the overall life of the machine, is used, with hot cured cast linings or spray linings available up to 30 mm thick in processing areas. The high wear resistant, polyurethane material reduces the coefficient of friction between the media and bowl, increasing media life. A wide range of cast systems to choose from, where variables such as shore hardness range, physical properties, and chemical resistance can be selected for particularly difficult applications. Small delicate parts, or part on part processes, can benefit from wedge profile lining which prevents the parts from sticking to the outer wall of the process chamber. Dosing Unit A diaphragm dosing pump, usually wired to the control panel of the machine determines the liquid compound flow rate dosed in to the bowl. Once set, it offers accurate control of liquid compound use, reducing wastage and saving costs. Capable of handling all types of liquid compounds, the system helps to achieve a clean component, extended media life and maintains the cleanliness of the bowl. A dual feed system allows liquid compound and water to be dosed separately, so local water authority regulations can be met without the need for expensive header tanks. Floor-mounted or wall-mounted dosing units are available. Acoustic Lid The acoustic lid uses a custom designed acoustic foam which has improved properties of sound absorption, keeping the machines quiet in operation and reducing costs on any additional noise deadening enclosures. The lid can be operated manually or pneumatically. Work Bowl Drain The work bowl drain is polyurethane casted with openings to suit the media geometry. These drain designs allow effective discharge of the effluent to ensure that the process is clean and effective. 1 Kemet.co.uk Vibratory Bowl Finishing Machines

Vibratory Bowl - Separation system Where separation of components from the media is required after processing, these machines feature a mechanical flap directing the media and components onto a separation grid with openings that the media fall through, back into the bowl, while the components continue to a separate receptacle. Reverse separation is also possible if the application requires it.

Chamber dimension in Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Max Motor mm/inch after lining Rating Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height (kW) 3 85 1130 / 44.5 900 / 35.4 1080 / 42.5 250 / 9.8 290 / 11.4 1.2 5 142 1455 / 57.3 1150 / 45.3 1175 / 46.3 230 / 9.1 350 / 13.8 2.2 10 283.5 1690 / 66.5 1475 / 58.1 1235 / 48.6 330 / 13 515 / 20.3 4 20 567 2070 / 81.5 1750 / 68.9 1270 / 50 365 / 14.4 515 / 20.3 7 30 850 2300 / 90.5 1970 / 77.5 1425 / 56.1 400 / 15.7 565 / 22.2 7.5 VIBRATORY BOWL FINISHING MACHINES Vibratory Bowl - Bench mounted These machines are ideally suited for small batch work and are capable of deburring, burnishing, radiusing, descaling, polishing, cleaning and surface improvement.

Chamber dimension in Max Motor Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Separation mm/inch after lining Rating System Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height (kW) 1 28 730 / 28.7 630 / 24.8 600 / 23.6 150 / 5.9 230 / 9.1 0.18 No 1 28 730 / 28.7 700 / 27.5 600 / 23.6 150 / 5.9 230 / 9.1 0.18 Yes

Vibratory Bowl - Ball burnishing Specially designed for burnishing applications using stainless steel media or a mix of burnishing media, these machines are designed for this heavy duty application with a powerful drive system and special springs. The bowl has a special rubber lining to assist the movement of the parts during the process and can be manufactured with or without separation to suit the applications.

Chamber dimension in Max Motor Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Separation mm/inch after lining Rating System Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height (kW) 3 85 1130 / 44.5 865 / 34.1 1080 / 42.5 250 / 9.8 290 / 11.4 1.2 No 3 85 1130 / 44.5 900 / 35.4 1080 / 42.5 250 / 9.8 290 / 11.4 1.2 Yes 5 142 1455 / 57.3 1150 / 45.3 1175 / 46.3 230 / 9.1 350 / 13.7 2.2 No 4.4 125 1455 / 57.3 1150 / 45.3 1075 / 42.3 230 / 9.1 250 / 9.8 2.2 Yes 10 283.5 1690 / 66.5 1390 / 54.7 1170 / 46.1 330 / 12.9 465 / 18.3 4 No 10 240 1690 / 66.5 1475 / 58.1 1170 / 46.1 330 / 12.9 465 / 18.3 4 Yes 20 567 2070 / 81.5 1750 / 68.9 1270 / 50 365 / 14.4 515 / 20.3 7 No 20 500 2070 / 81.5 1750 / 68.9 1200 / 47.2 365 / 14.4 465 / 18.3 7 Yes 30 850 2300 / 90.5 1970 / 77.5 1425 / 56.1 400 / 15.7 565 / 22.2 7.5 No 30 775 2300 / 90.5 1970 / 77.5 1350 / 53.1 400 / 15.7 515 / 20.3 7.5 Yes

Vibratory Bowl - Processing of large circular components Featuring a narrower central section of the working bowl, this machine enables the processing of large circular components, such as vane rings, without the need for fixtures. The machine can accommodate a component with a bore of more than 250 mm and an overall diameter of no larger than 940 mm.

2 Sizes indicated above are standard. Custom sizes can be manufactured to suit specific applications. Dimensions are subject to change due to design improvements. Kemet.co.uk Vibratory Bowl - part-on-part application This series is robust and has been designed for a process where 100% discharge of media and parts is required at the end of the process. This is accomplished through the pneumatically operated discharge door which opens and allows the unload of VIBRATORY BOWL FINISHING MACHINES media and components. On completion of the process, parts and media are discharged from the bowl as a pneumatically operated door opens. Additional equipment can enable automated component/media separation and auto return of the media to the bowl.

Chamber dimension in Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Max Motor mm/inch after lining Rating Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height (kW) 3 85 1075 / 42.3 865 / 34.1 1080 / 42.5 250 / 9.8 290 / 11.4 1.2 5 142 1400 / 55.1 1150 / 45.3 1175 / 46.3 230 / 9.1 350 / 13.7 2.2 10 283.5 1600 / 62.9 1390 / 54.7 1170 / 46.1 330 / 12.9 465 / 18.3 4

Vibratory Bowl - Avoids impingement damages Unique in concept, these machines feature individual chambers to avoid components impinging on each other and causing damage during processing. It requires manual loading/unloading.

Chamber dimension in Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Max Motor mm/inch after lining Rating Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height (kW) 1 28 730 / 28.7 630 / 24.8 600 / 23.6 150 / 5.9 230 / 9.1 0.18 3 85 1130 / 44.5 865 / 34 1080 / 42.5 250 / 9.8 290 / 11.4 1.2 5 142 1455 / 57.2 1150 / 45.2 1175 / 46.3 230 / 9.1 350 / 13.8 2.2 10 283.5 1690 / 66.5 1390 / 54.7 1170 / 46.1 330 / 13 465 / 18.3 4 20 567 2070 / 81.5 1750 / 68.9 1270 / 50 365 / 14.4 515 / 20.3 7 30 850 2300 / 90.6 1970 / 77.6 1425 / 56.1 400 / 15.7 565 / 22.2 7.5

Vibratory Bowl - Single speed motor Where manual separation is mandatory, both large and small batches of components can be processed in this machine. Featuring a single speed motor, the flyweights are adjustable to transfer the optimum amount of energy and efficiently to produce the required finish.

Chamber dimension in Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Max Motor mm/inch after lining Rating Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height (kW) 3 85 1130 / 44.5 865 / 34 1080 / 42.5 250 / 9.8 290 / 11.4 1.2 5 142 1455 / 57.2 1150 / 45.2 1175 / 46.3 230 / 9.1 350 / 13.8 2.2 10 283.5 1690 / 66.5 1390 / 54.7 1170 / 46.1 330 / 13 465 / 18.3 4 20 567 2070 / 81.5 1750 / 68.9 1270 / 50 365 / 14.4 515 / 20.3 7 30 850 2300 / 90.6 1970 / 77.6 1425 / 56.1 400 / 15.7 565 / 22.2 7.5

Vibratory Bowl - Overband electro-magnetic separator

This series of machines enable the separation of components and media using an overband electro-magnetic separator. Designed with a higher ramp to allow smaller parts to be separated.

Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Chamber dimension in mm/inch after lining Max Motor Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height Rating (kW) 10 283.5 1690 / 66.5 1390 / 54.7 1170 / 46.1 330 / 12.9 465 / 18.3 4 20 567 2070 / 81.5 1750 / 68.9 1270 / 50 365 / 14.4 515 / 20.3 7 30 850 2300 / 90.5 1970 / 77.5 1425 / 56.1 400 / 15.7 565 / 22.2 7.5

Sizes indicated above are standard. Custom sizes can be manufactured to suit specific applications. Dimensions are subject to change due to design improvements. 3 Kemet.co.uk Vibratory Trough Finishing Machines

Perfect for larger, longer and irregular-shaped components, vibratory trough machines are offered in various standard sizes and a choice of combination of lengths and widths. Extremely versatile, these machines have been built to suit various applications: deburring, descaling, radiusing, cleaning, polishing and surface improvement. Boasting a high design and build standard, the trough machines are subject to continuous development to ensure they meet even the most challenging finishing applications. Custom sizes/configurations to meet unusual applications are also available. VIBRATORY TROUGH FINISHING MACHINES

Features Drive system The powerful, heavy-duty work chamber has an extended shaft on both sides and a foot mounted vibratory motor to impart powerful and uniform vibrations to the mass in the trough. The vibrations drive the mass in a linear/spiral path causing the media to be continuously in contact with the components, providing effective processing to finish the components in the shortest time. The heart of the machine, the vibratory motor is designed to meet the conditions, with special castings and bearings making them mechanically robust and reliable. Process Chamber Stress relieved to improve life, the internal chamber has a specially designed “U” section to subject the components to an effective tumbling action and ensure efficient process times. Designed for ease of access, the chambers offer the flexibility to process large or irregular components and are easily customised. 4 Kemet.co.uk Part Fixture For processing multiple sensitive parts, special fixtures are available to mount the components and avoid part-on-part process and protects them from coming into contact with the side walls of the process. VIBRATORY TROUGH FINISHING MACHINES Divider Plates Efficient batch processing of precision, or delicate, components is possible with the option of fully polyurethane coated plates to sub-divide the work chamber. The divider plate fixture system is designed to offer flexibility in changing the chamber size to suit the part geometry. Acoustic Lid The acoustic lid uses a custom designed acoustic foam which has improved properties of sound absorption thereby keeping the machines quiet in operation, which reduces costs on any additional noise deadening enclosures. The lid can be operated manually or pneumatically.

Vibratory Trough - Capacity 60 Litres A very user friendly kit for deburring or burnishing operations, this machine is ideally suited for small batch works and delicate components, housing a work chamber which is polyurethane lined and working on the same principle as the larger trough machines. Powered with a standard 16A socket, single phase, 240V AC supply and mounted on castor wheels, the machines can be moved with ease. They have their own recirculating tank with pump for dosing the mixture of water and compound for the process, and are relatively quiet.

Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Trough dimension in mm/ inch after lining Max Motor Rating (kW) Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height Length 0.34 kW - 1500 rpm 2 60 825 / 32.5 725 / 28.5 971 / 38.2 575 / 22.6 395 / 15.5 368 / 14.5 0.50 kW - 3000 rpm

Vibratory Troughs - Capacity from 85 - 1417 Litres Designed to be simple to operate and highly efficient, these Trough Finishing Machines are suitable for large and small batches of components where manual separation is mandatory. Featuring a single speed motor as standard, adjustable flyweights transfer the optimum amount of energy to produce the required finish in the optimum time. Several process chambers can be created in the rectangular, polyurethane lined, process chamber to suit different part sizes and multiple media types. Designed and manufactured with a single/dual/variable speed motor to suit the application, both large and small batches of components can be processed on these machines, while adjustable flyweights optimise energy transfer to achieve the desired finish in the shortest time.

Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Trough dimension in mm/ inch after lining Max Motor Rating (kW) Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height Length 3 85 1000 / 39.4 850 / 33.5 1085 / 42.7 370 / 14.5 445 / 17.5 575 / 22.6 0.95 4 113 1225 / 48.2 850 / 33.5 1085 / 42.7 370 / 14.5 445 / 17.5 800 / 31.5 1.2 7 198 1725 / 67.9 850 / 33.5 1085 / 42.7 370 / 14.5 445 / 17.5 1300 / 51.2 1.7 8 227 1415 / 55.7 1000 / 39.4 1280 / 50.4 450 / 17.7 560 / 22 930 / 36.6 2.2 9 255 2075 / 81.7 850 / 33.5 1250 / 49.2 370 / 14.5 445 / 17.5 1650 / 64.9 2.2 10 283 1670 / 65.7 1000 / 39.4 1280 / 50.4 450 / 17.7 560 / 22 1185 / 46.6 2.2 12 340 1325 / 52.1 1255 / 48.2 1485 / 58.5 645 / 25.4 710 / 27.9 895 / 35.2 2.2 14 397 2135 / 84.1 1000 / 39.4 1280 / 50.4 450 / 17.7 560 / 22 1650 / 64.9 2.8 18 510 1435 / 56.5 1400 / 55.1 1500 / 59.1 770 / 30.3 655 / 25.8 960 / 37.8 6 20 567 1970 / 77.5 1255 / 48.2 1485 / 58.5 650 / 25.6 710 / 27.9 1540 / 60.6 6 23 652 2175 / 85.6 1255 / 48.2 1535 / 60.4 645 / 25.4 710 / 27.9 1745 / 68.7 6 23.5 666 2000 / 78.7 1400 / 55.1 1500 / 59.1 770 / 30.3 655 / 25.8 1520 / 59.8 6 25 708 1380 / 54.3 1850 / 72.8 1980 / 77.9 1240 / 48.8 1070 / 42.1 940 / 37 7 29 822 2680 / 105.5 1280 / 50.4 1570 / 61.8 645 / 25.4 710 / 27.9 2210 / 87 7 30 850 2000 / 78.7 1400 / 55.1 1650 / 64.9 770 / 30.3 810 / 31.8 1520 / 59.8 7 50 1417 3600 / 141.7 1350 / 53.1 1800 / 70.8 770 / 30.3 700 / 27.6 3000 / 118.1 11

Sizes indicated above are standard. Custom sizes can be manufactured to suit specific applications. Dimensions are subject to change due to design improvements. 5 Kemet.co.uk Dual Machines - Combined Wet & Dry Vibratory Finishing

This easy to control design features two chambers. A polyurethane lined inner chamber for wet process applications: deburring, descaling, radiusing, cleaning, polishing and general surface improvement, and a heated outer chamber for drying/cleaning the parts after being processed. Parts can automatically be transferred from the inner chamber to the outer chamber. DUAL MACHINES

Process Chamber Drier Chamber Max Total Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Dimensions in mm/ Dimensions in mm/ Number Motor Heater inch after lining inch of Rating Rating Heaters (kW) (kW) Cu. Ft. Litres Length Width Height Width Height Width Height

3+3 85+85 1430 / 56.3 1240 / 48.8 930 / 36.6 250 / 9.8 290 / 11.4 155 / 6.1 240 / 9.4 2.2 2 off 1.5 x2

5+5 142+142 1830 / 72 1500 / 59.1 1080 / 42.5 230 / 9.1 335 / 13.2 180 / 7.1 205 / 8.1 2.2 2 off 2 x 2

Sizes indicated above are standard. Custom sizes can be manufactured to suit specific applications. Dimensions are subject to change due to design improvements.

6 Kemet.co.uk Features Inner/Outer Bowls Separation System • The inner (wet) chamber section is designed to • With the machine still vibrating a polyurethane flap provide an effective and efficient tumbling action can be engaged, manually or pneumatically, to to ensure the shortest possible process time. form a bridge to a separation screen. The media • Stress relieved to improve life the process bowl falls through the screen back into the bowl while can easily be customised. the components continue to the outer chamber for drying. This operation is repeated once the parts DUAL MACHINES • Separation screen to transfer components from have been processed in the outer chamber. the inner chamber to the outer chamber to be dried. • Sturdy, reinforced separation screens, capable of handling the weight of the parts, can be Automatic Dispenser manufactured out of a variety of materials with A controlled method of introducing accurate openings to suit the geometry of the media and quantities of process consumables into the inner components. Holes and slots are typical. chamber at precise regular intervals. • A wedge type locking system reduces down time Parts Feeder during screen change/removal. A parts feeder stores a batch of components and • Inverse separation screens are also available for transfers a pre-set weight of them into the machine applications where the media size is larger than inner process chamber, recharging the bowl the parts. automatically after each process cycle. • Spray bars over the screen are an option to Dust Extractor for Maize Application clean the parts prior to discharge from the The Dust Extractor is a self-contained collector machine as are air knives to push back any built for collecting the fine dust resulting from the media carried over the screen by components process carried out in the outer chamber. With a and also assists in the removal of excessive compact design, it minimises the floor space and water on the components. it fits in virtually any plant layout. It is available in standard version or with explosion relief system.

7 Kemet.co.uk Vibratory Drying

Easily integrated with the vibratory finishing machines, these dryers can offer a complete finishing solution for your components. Available in standard sizes or customised to bespoke specifications, they provide 100% separation of parts and can be used for batch processing or single lap continuous process applications. VIBRATORY DRYING

Features Process Chamber Flap separation system • The elliptical shape of the stress relieved, metal Despite the unique, elliptical shape of the process spun process chamber provides more drying area chamber, the separation flap operates without in the machine for a smaller footprint. catching any parts or agro media when moving into • Components can be loaded into the chamber position, ensuring no parts are left in the work bowl through a side loading chute during separation. • Various channel sizes and overall diameters are Imbalance weights available to suit the application. The upper and lower imbalance weights are Dust Extractor for Maize Application securely fastened to both ends of the motor shaft and are adjustable to suit the process parameters. • Compact, self-contained, quiet and efficient, the dust extractor for collecting the fine dust resulting Suspension from the process, is quick to install and easy to A stable machine base and special arrangement maintain. of the springs ensures stability of the process • Minimises floor space to fit in with plant layout, chamber whilst the machine is running, without the available in a standard version or with an need to bolt it to the floor. explosion relief system.

8 Kemet.co.uk Vibratory Dryer for large and small batches of components Simple to operate, these highly efficient machines are constructed with a component separation and discharge facility. The work chamber has an elliptical shape which gives an extra drying area to minimise drying time. Manufactured with a single speed motor and adjustable flyweights as standard to optimise energy transfer and achieve the desired finish in the shortest time, both large and small batches of components can be processed in this machine, either as a batch process or a continuous single lap process. Heating elements VIBRATORY DRYING heat the drying media (Maizorb) which absorbs and removes any moisture from the parts, while a gentle tumbling action prevents component damage. Separation is by either a manual or pneumatically operated flap system.

Chamber dimension in mm/ Capacity Overall dimensions in mm/ inch inch after lining Max Motor Number of Total Heater Rating (kW) Heaters Rating (kW) Cu. Ft. Length Width Height Width Height 3 1200 / 47.2 950 / 37.4 980 / 38.6 280 / 11 300 / 11.8 1.2 2 off 2 6 1650 / 64.9 1315 / 51.7 1000 / 39.4 260 / 10.2 335 / 13.2 2.2 3 off 3 12 2000 / 78.7 1620 / 63.7 980 / 38.5 365 / 14.4 370 / 14.6 4 3 off 3 24 2615 / 102.9 1930 / 75.9 1150 / 45.3 392 / 15.4 425 / 16.7 7 6 off 6

Vibratory Dryer - Conveyorised Electrically Heated Drying Oven Best suited for drying a variety of components, which are large in nature or where the agro media cannot be used due to the risk of lodgement, this machine features three banks of heating elements and an air circulating fan for efficient drying. Components travel through a heated drying chamber on a tensioning and tracking adjustable, variable speed, metal conveyor belt, which is housed in a strong and rigid framework. Shafts are supported in sealed-for-life, self-aligning, bearings and driven by a precision chain drive, which incorporates a friction type safety torque limiter and is totally enclosed in a sheet metal guard. Vibratory Dryer - Re-circulation of drying media Used to dry the wet components that come out of the finishing machine, these dryers comprise of an inner rotating chamber where the components get dried using appropriate agro media, absorbing the moisture and preventing corrosion. • Inner barrel design ensures parts travel from the feed end to the discharge end. • 100% separation of components and media through a fixed sieve drum. • Re-circulation of drying media with continuous output of parts • The agro media easily changed by running the inner chamber in the reverse direction. • Energy efficient unit with minimum loss of heat provides effective drying and cost savings. • Components can be fed into the dryer in batches or continuously.

Overall dimensions in mm/ inch Barrel Speeds Max Motor Heating Power Driving Power Length Width Height (rpm) Rating (kW) 2085 / 82.1 1090 / 42.9 1540 / 60.6 9 0.75 7 0.75 3000 / 118 1090 / 42.9 1540 / 60.6 18 1.5 2.5 1.5

Vibratory Dryer - Continuous Drying Machine Ideally suited for small batch works and delicate components, these machines can be used for either batch or continuous drying. The machine features a polyurethane lined work chamber and is mounted on castor wheels so it can be moved with ease, while a media discharge door assists to empty the bowl. In certain applications, such as sanitation of cutlery, a UV lamp on the lid which automatically switches on when the lid is closed. Powered by a standard 16A, single phase, 240V AC supply, the machine is quiet in operation and user friendly.

Sizes indicated above are standard. Custom sizes can be manufactured to suit specific applications. Dimensions are subject to change due to design improvements.

9 Kemet.co.uk Super Centrifugal Polishing & Deburring Machines

Super Centrifugal Finishing (SCF) is a process that delivers superior results in a short space of time using very high gravitational force. Very flexible, it allows small or large numbers of parts to be finished simultaneously and can be used across a wide range of industries. In many cases the results achieved with SCF are impossible in a standard vibratory process, particularly applications that have a high surface finish requirement as well as removal

SUPER CENTRIFUGAL POLISHING of heavy machining or grinding marks. Parts that require hand finishing are also perfect for SCF, one of the main advantages being reduced processing times. SCF is one of the most efficient batch finishing methods - up to ten times faster than vibratory finishing, with most applications taking 10 to 30 minutes, and producing superior finishes. SCF creates a force of 5-25 times normal gravity with 3 or 4 hexagonal/circular barrels mounted on a turret. The turret and the barrels rotate at high speed in opposing directions and the resultant centrifugal force increases the weight of the abrasive media in the barrels which slides against the components, also in the barrels, to produce a rapid cutting action. Components can be processed wet or dry. In a wet process, parts are generally loaded as a batch with media and a solution made of a barrelling compound and water. Large or fragile components can be processed without the use of fixtures, divider plates forming compartments within the barrel so that the parts are processed individually and do not impinge on each other. Process benefits include: • Significant reduction in surface roughness • Shorter processing times • Increased component cleanliness • Removal of surface defects • Corrosion protection • Non part specific • No major tooling required • No fixture requirement • Consistent and repeatable results

10 Kemet.co.uk Probably the most efficient of the finishing systems available in the industry, these machines generate a very high gravitational force and are engineered to maximise output. Made with the latest in Super Centrifugal technology, the drive mechanism is designed to produce high ‘G’ forces resulting in shorter process times and enabling faster finishing of the parts while ensuring a high quality finish. With a variety of applications, the machine can give an aggressive cut-down combined with a mirror shine to even the most delicate of components. Each machine meets quality standards and undergoes extensive testing before leaving SUPER CENTRIFUGAL POLISHING the factory. Semi-automated, the machines are easy to use and the simplicity of design means they are easy to maintain with an automatic lubricating system on each bearing in the drive. The disposable lubricator is easy to remove and can be refitted with a fresh one when empty.

Overall dimensions in mm / Barrel Size in mm / inch (with Capacity Number inch liners fitted) Max Motor Max Barrel Barrel of Rating Speed Shape Hexagonal Circular Barrel Cu. Ft. Litres Barrels Length Width Height Barrel (Width x (Diameter x (kW) (RPM) Length) Length) Hexagonal 136 x 129 / 5.4 157 x 129 / 6.2 0.35 10 4 1080 / 42.5 875 / 34.4 1700 / 66.9 1.1 225 or Circular x 5.1 x 5.1

Number Overall dimensions in mm / Barrel Size in mm / inch (with Max Motor Capacity Barrel Max Barrel of inch liners fitted) Rating Shape Speed (RPM) Cu. Ft. Litres Barrels Length Width Height Width Height Length (kW) 1040 / 1575 / 1.05 30 4 Hexagonal 840 / 33.07 173 / 6.81 292 / 11.49 - 3.75 250 40.94 62.01 1220 / 1570 / 1560 / 1.41 40 3 Hexagonal 180 / 7.08 480 / 18.89 208 / 8.18 4.0 225 48.03 61.81 61.41 1230 / 2000 / 1950 / 1.88 53.5 4 Hexagonal 180 / 7.08 480 / 18.89 208 / 8.18 5.5 175 48.42 78.74 76.77 1270 / 1640 / 2700 / 2.82 80 4 Hexagonal 215 / 8.46 520 / 20.47 248 / 9.76 5.5 150 50.00 64.56 106.29 1720 / 1740 / 3050 / 8.47 120 3 Hexagonal 365 / 14.37 693 / 27.28 422 / 16.61 11.0 125 67.71 68.50 120.07 Features • Pressure release valves on each barrel to • Hinged barrels with clamps makes it easy to use. release of pressure prior to opening. This • Wear resistant polyurethane liners. operation is carried out manually by the operator but automated pressure release system integrated • Liners available with dividers to avoid damage with the PLC is available as an option. of parts. • Belt tightening system. • Removable liners. • Machine requires no foundation and can be • Metal reinforced liners available for rigidity and located on any levelled surface using the levelling sealing, when processing very small parts. screws provided. • Incorporates the spider plate technology for • PLC operated machines can be programmed to added thrust for processing of components. user requirements. • Variable frequency drive. • Maintenance alerts. • Variable motor rating to suit specific application • 100 recipe programs. by part weight. • Unbalance weight detection. • Unique jogging feature for accurate positioning of the barrels during unloading/loading. • Vibratory Screen Separator provided to separate the media from parts. • Barrel tilting mechanism for automatic unloading. • Compound dosing system included. • Proximity sensor for accurate positioning of barrels in the loading/unloading position. • Rotating assembly heat-treated and mounted on a rugged frame. • Door interlocking safety switch. • Quiet operation. • Integrated temperature monitoring system to prevent overheating within the barrels and • Available in painted and stainless steel. damaging the liners. • The 240 Litres machine can be manufactured to include special split bearings (optional). 11 Kemet.co.uk ConsumablesSelecting the suitable media for your application

The process to achieve the required surface finish involves using the correct machinery but the media and compound are of equal importance and the following factors should be considered when selecting these.

Media Shape Media Type

When choosing the shape of the media it is The media transmits the energy generated by the important to consider the geometry of the part to equipment to the parts being processed and are prevent it lodging in the component and to ensure capable of heavy burr removal and edge radiusing the finish is consistent. to smooth and bright surfaces. A variety of different media types are available: Ceramic, Plastic, Agro, Flat sided media, such as triangles, tri-stars, Pre-Treated and Stainless Steel. wedges and the end side of cones, can generate longer surface contact time on edges for Ceramic Media is recommended for removing burrs, deburring and radiusing. edge radiusing, burnishing and quickly removing polishing lines on components made from harder Round shaped media, such as balls, cylinders and materials. Faster cut Medias are designed to be cones generate a single point contact, concentrating softer and to continuously expose fresh cutting energy in one small point, and producing more work surfaces. Polishing Medias are harder but contain in that area. no abrasives and are used for burnishing. In For components which have corners, holes and general, the slower the cut, the harder the media. slots both Tri-Star media and wedge media are Plastic Media is lightweight and is manufactured recommended, to minimise the possibility of media out of soft bonding agents, which allow it to remove lodging in the component. burrs without rolling the burr onto the part. This For surface improvement of hard to reach areas, an media is suitable for obtaining a very smooth ellipse or cylinder shape can be considered. surface finish or a bright or matte finish on components made from softer materials. Agro Media is used for surface brightening or final finish refinement while Pre-treated Media is for achieving a high lustre or mirror finish. Stainless Steel Media is used for burnishing, cleaning, improving compressive strength and light deburring.

Media Size

The component finish can also depend on the size of media chosen. Larger media will generate higher Hardness energy and will cut and finish faster, but will suffer from higher wear rate. Larger media is also To avoid damaging the component, it is important recommended for processing larger parts. to consider the part material and the hardness of the media. Ceramics are harder than plastic and Smaller media can hold more water and compound may cause damage to components made from soft and reduce part-on-part damage. Smaller media also materials. has a gentler impact on the component, resulting in longer processing times but better finishes and less media wear. Media size should be a different size to the components to enable complete separation at the end of the finishing process. If the media is larger than the components, an inverse separation system can be used. For ferrous components, magnetic separation is also available. 12 Kemet.co.uk Ceramic Media

Ceramic Media is recommended for removing burrs, edge radiusing, burnishing and quickly removing polishing lines on components made from harder materials. Faster cut Medias are designed to be softer to continuously expose fresh cutting surfaces. Polishing Medias are harder but contain no abrasives and are used for burnishing. In

general, the slower the cut, the harder the media. CERAMIC MEDIA Specially formulated to go hand-in-hand with our compounds, our ceramic media is recommended to process parts manufactured out of harder materials, coming in a variety of abrasive grades, starting from low abrasive to super finishing, and benefitting from high strength and durability.

Shape and Dimension (mm)

Grinding Media Perfor- Grade mance Angle Straight Angle Straight Angle Angle Rhom- Cut Cut Cut Cut Wedge Star Tristar Cut Ellipse Cut Arrow Pyramid Cone Ball bus Triangle Triangle Cylinder Cylinder Tristar Ellipse

3 x 8 4 x 4 4 x 10 4 x 4 8 x 3 x 9 5 x 5 3 x 10 3 x 10 4 x 8 6 x 6 5 x 5 10 x 5 x 10 3 5 x 10 6 x 13 6 x 13 6 x 6 15 x 4 x 15 K-P 10 x 10 8 x 8 6 x 6 15 x 4 x 15 10 x 10 6 6 x 10 10 x 15 10 x 15 6 x 10 15 x 6 x 15 15 x 15 8 x 8 15 x 6 x 15 10 8 x 12 13 x 25 13 x 25 10 x 12 10 x 10 20 x 8 x 20 9 x 9 10 x 15 15 x 15

4 x 8 6 x 6 8 x 3 x 8 6 x 10 10 x 5 x 10 10 x 10 10 x 5 x 15 10 x 12 4 x 10 12 x 5 x 12 8 x 3 x 8 3 x 10 10 x 15 6 x 6 12 x 5 x 15 8 x 3 x 10 6 x 10 12 x 12 6 x 10 4 x 4 14 x 5 x 14 10 x 5 x 10 6 x 13 12 x 15 4 8 x 8 6 x 6 6 x 6 15 x 7 x 15 12 x 5 x 12 7 x 15 15 x 10 10 x 10 5 10 x 10 10 x 10 10 x 10 10 x 10 15 x 7 x 20 15 x 7 x 15 15 8 x 8 7 x 13 15 x 15 12 x 12 6 10 x 15 13 x 13 10 x 20 12 x 12 15 x 7 x 25 16 x 8 x 15 20 K-RP1 8 x 20 8 x 8 15 x 20 15 x 10 38 x 40 7 15 x 18 16 x 16 25 x 20 15 x 15 16 x 8 x 16 20 x 9 x 20 30 10 x 15 10 x 19 15 x 25 18 x 18 8 13 x 13 19 x 19 45 x 15 20 x 20 16 x 8 x 20 20 x 9 x 25 40 10 x 20 20 x 10 20 x 12 10 16 x 16 25 x 25 25 x 25 16 x 8 x 25 25 x 10 x 20 13 x 25 20 x 20 12 19 x 19 30 x 30 20 x 9 x 20 25 x 10 x 25 15 x 25 20 x 25 21 x 21 20 x 9 x 25 30 x 10 x 30 18 x 30 25 x 15 25 x 25 25 x 10 x 25 30 x 10 x 35 25 x 25 25 x 10 x 30 25 x 30 30 x 12 x 30 30 x 12 30 x 12 x 35 30 x 15 30 x 30

7 x 7 12 x 12 10 x 15 10 x 15 15 x 15 10 x 20 10 x 20 10 x 10 20 x 20 15 x 20 15 x 20 15 15 x 15 15 x 7 x 15 15 x 7 x 15 25 x 25 15 x 25 15 x 25 20 K-ST1 20 x 20 20 x 9 x 20 20 x 9 x 20 30 x 30 20 x 20 20 x 20 30 25 x 25 25 x 10 x 25 25 x 10 x 25 32 x 32 20 x 25 20 x 25 40 30 x 30 34 x 34 20 x 30 20 x 30 40 x 40 25 x 25 25 x 25 50 x 50

4 x 10 3 x 10 6 x 6 6 x 10 6 x 10 6 x 13 8 x 8 6 x 6 7 x 15 10 x 10 10 x 10 8 x 8 7 x 13 10 x 15 13 x 13 8 x 20 K-CFB 8 x 8 15 x 15 x 7 15 x 18 16 x 16 10 x 15 10 x 19 13 x 13 19 x 19 10 x 20 16 x 16 25 x 25 13 x 25 19 x 19 15 x 25 21 x 21 18 x 30 25 x 25 20 x 40

3 x 10 3 x 10 4 x 4 5 x 5 15 6 x 10 6 x 10 6 x 6 10 x 5 6 x 6 6 x 6 10 x 5 x 10 19 4 x 10 6 x 13 6 x 13 6 x 10 15 x 4 x 15 10 x 10 15 x 16 10 x 10 10 x 10 10 x 10 13 x 5 x 13 20 6 x 12 10 x 15 10 x 15 10 x 12 15 x 6 x 15 14 x 14 22 x 25 13 x 13 15 x 15 20 x 10 10 x 12 15 x 5 x 15 30 35 x 18 x 25 K-CC1 10 x 20 10 x 20 10 x 20 15 x 06 20 x 8 x 15 15 x 10 25 x 27 6 16 x 16 15 x 18 20 x 20 20 x 8 16 x 7 x 16 35 50 x 30 x 30 13 x 26 13 x 25 13 x 25 15 x 18 25 x 10 x 25 15 x 15 30 x 34 19 x 19 30 x 30 20 x 10 20 x 8 x 20 40 16 x 32 15 x 25 15 x 25 20 x 20 25 x 13 x 25 20 x 20 35 x 39 25 x 25 20 x 20 25 x 10 x 25 45 18 x 30 18 x 30 25 x 25 25 x 25 32 x 32 60 20 x 40 20 x 40 30 x 12

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Shape and Dimension (mm)

3 x 10 6 x 6 6 x 10 8 x 8 6 x 6 6 x 13 10 x 10 10 x 10 7 x 15 10 x 15 4 x 4 13 x 13 8 x 8 6 x 7 13 x 13 4 x 4 4 x 10 16 x 16 8 x 20 7 x 13 35 x 17 25 x 25 5.5 K-CC4 16 x 16 10 x 12 10 x 10 6 x 6 14 x 5 x 14 20 x 8 x 20 14 x 14 19 x 19 10 x 15 8 x 8 45 x 23 35 x 35 8 19 x 19 20 x 20 10 x 12 25 x 25 10 x 20 10 x 19 21 x 21 15 x 18 30 x 30 13 x 25 25 x 25 32 x 32 15 x 25 32 x 32 18 x 30 33 x 33 20 x 40

6 x 6 3 x 10 6 x 10 6 x 10 8 x 8 6 x 6 6 x 13 10 x 10 CERAMIC & PLASTIC MEDIA 10 x 10 7 x 15 10 x 15 10 x 12 13 x 13 8 x 8 6 x 7 10 x 10 15 x 18 10 x 12 15 x 18 16 x 16 8 x 20 7 x 13 14 x 5 x 14 15 x 10 K-CC8 13 x 13 15 x 15 45 x 16 10 x 10 15 x 6 25 x 13 x 25 50 x 40 x 40 19 x 19 10 x 15 8 x 8 15 x 7 x 15 15 x 15 16 x 16 20 x 20 20 x 20 25 x 25 10 x 20 10 x 19 20 x 20 19 x 19 30 x 10 30 x 30 13 x 25 21 x 21 32 x 32 15 x 25 25 x 25 18 x 30 32 x 32 20 x 40 33 x 33

4 x 10 6 x 6 3 x 10 6 x 10 6 x 10 8 x 8 6 x 6 6 x 13 10 x 10 10 x 10 7 x 15 10 x 12 10 x 15 13 x 13 8 x 8 10 x 10 7 x 13 10 x 12 15 x 18 15 x 18 16 x 16 8 x 20 14 x 5 x 14 15 x 10 K-SFB 8 x 8 15 x 15 45 x 16 10 x 10 15 x 6 25 x 13 x 25 50 x 40 x 40 13 x 13 19 x 19 10 x 15 15 x 7 x 15 15 x 15 10 x 19 20 x 20 20 x 20 16 x 16 25 x 25 10 x 20 20 x 20 30 x 10 19 x 19 30 x 30 13 x 25 21 x 21 32 x 32 15 x 25 25 x 25 18 x 30 32 x 32 20 x 40 33 x 33

4 x 10 6 x 6 3 x 10 6 x 10 6 x 10 8 x 8 6 x 6 6 x 13 10 x 10 10 x 10 7 x 15 10 x 12 10 x 15 13 x 13 8 x 8 10 x 10 7 x 13 10 x 12 15 x 18 15 x 18 16 x 16 8 x 20 14 x 5 x 14 15 x 10 K-SFC 8 x 8 15 x 15 45 x 16 10 x 10 15 x 6 25 x 13 x 25 50 x 40 x 40 13 x 13 19 x 19 10 x 15 15 x 7 x 15 15 x 15 10 x 19 20 x 20 20 x 20 16 x 16 25 x 25 10 x 20 20 x 20 30 x 10 19 x 19 30 x 30 13 x 25 21 x 21 32 x 32 15 x 25 25 x 25 18 x 30 32 x 32 20 x 40 33 x 33

4 x 10 6 x 6 3 x 10 6 x 10 6 x 10 8 x 8 6 x 6 6 x 13 10 x 10 10 x 10 7 x 15 10 x 12 10 x 15 13 x 13 8 x 8 10 x 10 7 x 13 10 x 12 15 x 18 15 x 18 16 x 16 8 x 20 14 x 5 x 14 15 x 10 K-SID 8 x 8 15 x 15 45 x 16 10 x 10 15 x 6 25 x 13 x 25 50 x 40 x 40 13 x 13 19 x 19 10 x 15 15 x 7 x 15 15 x 15 10 x 19 20 x 20 20 x 20 16 x 16 25 x 25 10 x 20 20 x 20 30 x 10 19 x 19 30 x 30 13 x 25 21 x 21 32 x 32 15 x 25 25 x 25 18 x 30 32 x 32 20 x 40 33 x 33

Plastic Media

Plastic Media is lightweight and is manufactured out of soft bonding agents, which allow it to remove burrs without rolling the burr onto the part. Suitable for obtaining a very smooth surface finish or a bright or matte finish on components made from softer materials, plastic media can be used for a long time as it maintain its shape even if it wears down and does not chip.

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Shape and Dimension (mm) PLASTIC, AGRO & PRE-TREATED MEDIA Media Grinding Grade Performance

Cones Paracones Pyramid Tetra Tristar Wedge Octocone

10 10 12 12 14 20 x 20 14 16 20 x 20 30 x 30 16 20 30 x 30 40 x 40 5.5 20 K-BR 25 40 x 40 20 x 12 x 12 65 x 65 x 35 50 x 50 6.5 30 30 50 x 50 60 x 60 40 40 70 x 70 70 x 70 50 50 60 60 70 70

10 10 12 12 14 20 x 20 14 16 20 x 20 30 x 30 16 20 30 x 30 40 x 40 5.5 20 K-BL 25 40 x 40 20 x 12 x 12 65 x 65 x 35 50 x 50 6.5 30 30 50 x 50 60 x 60 40 40 70 x 70 70 x 70 50 50 60 60 70 70

10 10 12 12 14 20 x 20 14 16 20 x 20 30 x 30 16 20 30 x 30 40 x 40 5.5 20 K-YL 25 40 x 40 20 x 12 x 12 65 x 65 x 35 50 x 50 6.5 30 30 50 x 50 60 x 60 40 40 70 x 70 70 x 70 50 50 60 60 70 70

Agro & Pre-treated Media

Agro Media can be used for surface brightening or final finish refinement. The Pre-treated Media is recommended for achieving a high lustre or mirror finish on components. Agro and pre-treated media is manufactured out of corn cob or walnut shell and can be used for drying, polishing and cleaning. All of our Agro and Pre-Treated Medias are bovine free and the use of a dust extractor to collect fine dust resulting from using Maizorb in a drying process is recommended.

Approx. Grain Media Type Material Specification Media Size Size in mm

Maize 4 4.50 - 8.00 Maize 6 3.50 - 6.50 Maize 8 2.50 - 4.00 The maizorb grains have high abrasion Maize 10 1.60 - 2.50 resistance, good moisture absorption Maize 12 1.50 - 2.00 Maizorb and low specific gravity. This agro Maize 16 1.00 - 1.50 product is best suited for drying, Maize 20 0.75 - 1.00 cleaning and polishing components. Maize 30 0.25 - 0.75 Maize 80 0.20 - 0.55 Maize 200 0 - 0.20

Pre-treated Maize 4 4.50 - 8.00 Pre-treated Maize 6 3.50 - 6.50 Pre-treated Maize 8 2.50 - 4.00 The pre-treated maizorb has been Pre-treated Maize 10 1.60 - 2.50 Pre-treated developed to produce a bright mirror Pre-treated Maize 12 1.50 - 2.00 Maizorb finish. This can be used both in Pre-treated Maize 16 1.00 - 1.50 vibratory and high energy machines. Pre-treated Maize 20 0.75 - 1.00 Pre-treated Maize 30 0.25 - 0.75 Pre-treated Maize 80 0.20 - 0.55 Pre-treated Maize 200 0 - 0.20

Walnut shells are hard and fibrous, and Walnut Shell 1/12 2.36 - 1.00 are known as ‘soft abrasive’. Being Walnut Shell 2/12 2.00 - 1.00 extremely durable, walnut shells are Walnut Shell Walnut Shell 3/16 1.40 - 0.71 used for the cleaning and polishing of Walnut Shell 4/20 1.00 - 0.60 heat-treated components, jewellery, Walnut Shell 5/30 0.60 - 0.30 surgical components, watches, etc.

The pre-treated walnut shell imparts Pre-treated Walnut Shell 1/12 2.36 - 1.00 high lustre on components. It has Pre-treated Walnut Shell 2/12 2.00 - 1.00 Pre-treated Walnut been proven that on certain materials, Pre-treated Walnut Shell 3/16 1.40 - 0.71 Shell pretreated walnut produces a much Pre-treated Walnut Shell 4/20 1.00 - 0.60 brighter finish than pre-treated maizorb. Pre-treated Walnut Shell 5/30 0.60 - 0.30 15 Kemet.co.uk Special Media

Special Plastic Media Developed to finish components manufactured out of non-ferrous, semi-precious and precious metals as well as stainless steel. Some of the applications include grinding and polishing. • SPM4 (particularly good for achieving a low surface finish on medical implants manufactured using materials such as Cobalt Chrome and Stainless Steel). • SPM7, SPM6 and SPM5 (recommended for removing machining lines on Cobalt Chrome and Stainless Steel parts, SPM7 being the most aggressive plastic media option). For further dimensions SPECIAL MEDIA and special types of media specific for your application, please contact us.

Wood Media This media can be used in different applications on part materials such as plastic, nylon, ceramics, wood and metals. Generally used with liquid compounds to achieve a smooth or polished finish. Also used for dry tumbling or light deburring, wood media is available in different sizes and shapes: Cubes, Diamonds, Pegs.

Stainless Steel Mainly used for burnishing, cleaning and light deburring. This media wears very slowly with a life of up to 10,000 hours. For a burnished finish, it is recommended that the media is used with the burnishing compound in the Vibratory Bowl Ball Burnishing machine series which has the added reinforcement needed to cope with the weight of the media. • Stainless Steel Balls (available in sizes ranging from 2mm to 6mm in diameter) • Stainless Steel Ball Cones (dimensions on request). • Stainless Steel Pins (dimensions on request).

Aluminium Oxide An aggressive and tough media suitable for different applications such as general blasting, surface finishing, grinding, polishing, matte finishing and edge rounding, it is also used for cleaning and preparing the component surface prior to plating or painting. A durable abrasive, aluminium oxide, can be recycled a number of times making it a cost effective media to deburr parts made from hard metals and sintered carbide. It is also much lighter than other media making it ideal for components with thin sections. It is available in the following options: • Brown Aluminium Oxide (high performance for aerospace and automotive industries). • White Aluminium Oxide (commonly used in the medical industry).

16 Kemet.co.uk Powders & Pastes

Range of powders and pastes used for grinding, cleaning and polishing of ferrous and non-ferrous materials for vibratory and high energy finishing machines. Excellent - Good - Average -

Application guide Ferrous POWDERS & PASTES Description Non-ferrous Material and characteristics Material

Material Name Metals All PH Iron Zinc Foam Type Brass Colour Plastic Copper Ceramic Titanium Cleaning Aluminium Magnesium Carbon Steel Stainless Steel Hardened Steel Ball Burnishing Ball Corrosion Inhibitor Degreasing/ De-oiling Brightening/Polishing Descaling /Derusting / Light Heat Treatment Descaling

An aggressive, coarse, concentrated, abrasive compound, used on harder metals for grinding, radiusing and the removal of heavy Abr0

machine marks and burrs. Used with an abrasive media. It leaves 9-10 the surface of components with a shotblast appearance. Dark Brown

It is a fast cutting compound for heavy deburring and combined with Abr1 cleaning agents and is mainly used for ferrous components, brass

cuttings and pressings. It leaves the surface with a matte finish. 11-12 White/Brown

It is a medium abrasive compound and is combined with cleaning Abr2 agents. 11-12 Light Brown

It is a light deburring compound combined with cleaning agents for fine surface finishing of all materials, but mainly used on soft metals Abr3

like zinc, brass or aluminium. It can also be used to bring back the White Abrasive Compounds 10-11 surface on ceramic media which is contaminated.

It is a light grinding compound for cutting down and polishing and contains an extremely fine abrasive, which during the process Abr7

breaks down into a slurry. This assists the polishing ingredients to 9-10 impart a polished surface. Dark Brown

This is used for cutting and polishing of non-ferrous metals and 35F contains a soft abrasive with polishing agents. 5-6 Off White

It is used for polishing copper and its alloys with non abrasive Pol6 media. A silky foam lather is built which enhances the polishing 9-10 process. White A polishing compound for aluminium with extra brightening and Pol51 polishing agents giving superb results. Mainly used with steel media 9-10 or plastic media to give a semi-polished matte finish. White Polishing

Compounds It produce a clean, bright luster and keeps the metal in solution, Pol71 allowing the process to continue for long periods. This is suitable for 9-10 Zinc and Zinc Alloys. Mainly used with non-abrasive media. White

Used to remove grease, oils and lubricating fluids, leaving metal Cle1

components clean and ready for further processes. White 12-13

Used for cleaning of ferrous components and can be used with all Cle4

types of media. White 12-13

It keeps processes free of grease and oil. Good rust inhibitor. Mainly Cle5

used on ferrous components. White 12-13

Cleaning compound with brightening. Used on ferrous components Cle6 to give a clean, bright surface finish. It contains a strong rust inhibi- White 11-12 Cleaning and tor. Abrasive and polishing media can be used with C6 compound.

KemAC Used mainly on ferrous components to give a clean surface finish. It Degreasing Compounds

BT (Cle7) contains strong rust inhibitor. White 11-12

Suitable for processing all metals. Copes with all types of oily and Cle50 greasy components. Contains corrosion inhibitor and can be used White with all types of media. 10-11 17 Kemet.co.uk Powders & Pastes continued... Excellent - Good - Average -

Application guide Ferrous Description Non-ferrous Material and characteristics Material

Material Name Metals All PH Iron Zinc State Foam Type Brass Colour Plastic Copper Ceramic Titanium Cleaning Aluminium Magnesium Carbon Steel Stainless Steel Hardened Steel Corrosion Inhibitor Degreasing/ De-oiling Brightening/Polishing Removal of machining/ grinding lines Descaling /Derusting / Light Heat Treatment Descaling

A near neutral material to give a safe process for the rapid removal of metal on ferrous components. Ideally suited for POWDERS, PASTES & LIQUID COMPOUNDS KemTC steel and hardened steels in the hand tool industries. After the 6-7 Turbocut process, the surface is ultra smooth and can be plated Liquid directly, eliminating expensive hand polishing. Clear/pale Removal of grinding, linishing and machine marks. Recommended for steel, hardened steel and certain stainless KemCC steels only to give rapid metal cut-down and levelling, producing 1-2 White

super smooth surfaces, ready for polishing and elector-plating if Powder required. Mainly used with non-abrasive media.

This is an abrasive paste that is used in Vibratory bowl machines KemAG 6-7

and it is used for both ferrous and non-ferrous parts Paste Brown

KemVP This is a polishing paste and can be used on all metals. 8.5 White Paste

It is used for descaling and rust removal of oxides, heat KemAD1 treatment, discolouration, welding scale, some carbon deposits, <1.5 Powder

Special compounds hard- water scale. Not used on zinc or magnesium. Off White

For use in vibratory beds with crushed walnut shell media for KemVS 6-7 White bright polishing of small ferrous and non-ferrous items Paste

It is a fine long lasting clean cutting abrasive for normal burr and KemAP surface finish improvement. It prevents corrossion on ferrous

108 parts and produces a clean smooth finish on all metal parts. This 9.3 Powder is used with ceramic, natural or soft metallic media. Off White This is an abrasive compound for normal deburring and stock KemAP removal. It can be used with ceramic, natural or soft metallic

106 medias, and is excellent for part-on-part processing. This produc- 9.0 Powder es a clean smooth finish on all metal parts. Off White

This is used to keep flat parts from sticking to each other when Separating wet in a process. It is used in all types of vibratory and barrel N/A

Compound White finishing machines with all metals. Granules like Beads like Granules

Liquid Compounds

Specially formulated, biodegradable, liquid compounds for vibratory and high energy finishing machines comprise of abrasives, brighteners, lubricating agents, cushioning materials and cleaning agents. With widely varying properties, one product is rarely enough for all your finishing requirements. Kemet’s process trial service considers the material, equipment and media providing advice and recommendations on the optimum compound to achieve the required finish.

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Application guide and Ferrous Description Non-ferrous Material characteristics Material LIQUID COMPOUNDS

Material Name Metals All PH Iron Zinc Foam Brass Colour Plastic Copper Pickling Ceramic Titanium Cleaning Aluminium Magnesium Carbon Steel Stainless Steel Hardened Steel Ball Burnishing Ball Corrosion Inhibitor Degreasing/ De-oiling Brightening/Polishing Suitable for Recirculation Descaling /Derusting / Light Heat Treatment Descaling

Light descaling, removal of rust and discolouration due to heat Liq18M treatment processes. Removes metal oxides to produce a 1-2 bright polish, retaining base metal colour. Pale Gold

Acidic compound for removal of light heat treatment, scale, Liq18 brightening and polishing suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Widely used in the aerospace sector. 2.5-3 White Cloudy

Specially formulated for polishing and brightening of ferrous

Liq9 <4 and non-ferrous metals. Cream

A low-cost, multipurpose compound for all metals. Grinding, deburring, polishing on all metals. Used for obtaining bright Liq60 colour throughout the process. Can be used with all types of 10-11 media and for self tumbling operations. Pale Yellow

Low foaming compound suitable for cleaning, brightening and Liq4

polishing of all metals. 8-8.5 Pale Blue

Liq14 General cleaner with good polishing properties for all metals. 8-8.5 Golden

Specially formulated for die-cast products. Excellent cleaning Liq15D

and emulsyfying properties. 8-8.5 Golden Yellow

Multi-purpose liquid for cleaning ferrous metals. Contains Liq17

strong corrosion inhibitor. Mainly use on ferrous metal. 8-8.5 Pale Green

Liq19 Multi-porpose compound for all metals. 8-8.5 Recirculation of compounds can be adapted to suit specific processes and applications. Recirculation Shades of Blue

Concentrated compound for all metals. Good cleaner and Liq30

polisher with corrosion inhibitor. 8-8.5 Golden

Cleaning and polishing of ferrous metals with strong corrosion Liq191

inhibitor. Low foaming compound designed for ferrous metals. 8-8.5 Pale Gold

Liq16 Concentrated cleaner and polisher for non-ferrous metals. 8.5-9 Pale Yellow 19 Kemet.co.uk Liquid compounds continued... Excellent - Good - Average -

Application guide Ferrous Description Non-ferrous Material and characteristics Material

Material Name Metals All PH Iron Zinc Foam Brass Colour Plastic Copper Pickling Ceramic Titanium Cleaning Aluminium Magnesium Carbon Steel Stainless Steel Hardened Steel Ball Burnishing Ball Corrosion Inhibitor Degreasing/ De-oiling Brightening/Polishing Suitable for Recirculation LIQUID COMPOUNDS Descaling /Derusting / Light Heat Treatment Descaling

Excellent cleaning properties on non-ferrous metals. Keeps Liq40 media and parts free of dirt and metal fines. Higher percentage 8.5-9

delivers a brighter finish. Golden

A very low foaming compound for zinc alloys and copper alloys. For fine cutting semi-bright finishing, use plastic media. Liq6

Contains cleaning agent suitable for zinc alloys to give a 9-10 smooth finish. Often used prior to electro-plating. Golden

Powerful degreaser and cleaner with good inhibitor qualities Liq20 designed for ferrous metals. 10-11 Colourless

Degreaser and cleaner suitable for heavy machining oils and Liq110 lubricants. Designed for ferrous metals. Saponify and emulsify oils, greases. Inhibits corrosion. Low foaming properties. 9-9.5 Colourless

Cleaning and polishing of ferrous metals with strong corrosion Liq191S 9 inhibitor. Low foaming compound designed for ferrous metals. Pale Gold

Liq30/F2 Good cleaner and polisher with corrosion inhibitor. 9-10 Golden

Powerful degreaser and cleaner with good inhibitor qualities Liq11 designed for ferrous metals. 10-11 Colourless

Powerful degreaser and cleaner suitable for heavy machining oils and lubricants. Designed for ferrous metals. Saponify Liq111 and emulsify oils, greases. Inhibits corrosion. Low foaming 10-11

properties. Colourless

Cleaning, degreasing of ferrous metals. Saponify and emulsify Liq111S oils and greases. Used in various industrial washing and

spraying machines for degreasing and cleaning. 10-11 Colourless Recirculation of compounds can be adapted to suit specific processes and applications. Recirculation

Powerful degreaser and cleaner with excellent inhibitor F2C qualities. Designed for ferrous metals. 10-11 Colourless

Leaves surface clean and bright. Excellent cleaning. Mainly Liq10 used with plastic media. 11-12 Colourless

20 Kemet.co.uk Mass Finishing Services

Precision Polishing To provide a complete surface finishing solution we offer a precision polishing service for components MASS FINISHING SERVICES from various industry sectors, including the removal of manufacturing defects from casting and forging processes. A fast turnaround and excellent quality as well as cost benefits. Inspection Trained inspectors ensure every component is inspected to the required specification prior to delivery. Inspections can include visual, dimensional and surface finish measurements, while document controls ensure that all inspections are recorded for traceability purposes.

High Energy and Vibratory Finishing Services Equipment includes Vibratory and Super Centrifugal machines to process parts of variable sizes and batch quantities, the SCM providing a fast and efficient quality finish, preventing impingement while eliminating the need for fixturing.

Waste Water Treatment It is critical that the effluent, polluted with oil, media and metal fines, is treated before going to drain or recycled back into the system. Each area or district have their own environmental requirements so the effluent should be analysed to ensure it complies. Recycling can save on the significant amount of water and compounds used and the waste can be recycled, but there are certain applications where this is not advised. In these cases, treated effluent can be transferred directly to the drain and a range of flocculants (powder and liquid) coupled with our Centrifugal technology are available. Please contact us for more details.

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