Shaping a Flap Wheel
When using an flap wheel to finish a work piece, it is necessary to shape the face of the flap wheel in order to provide a better contour and contact with the product. The object of shaping a flap wheel is to wear down the cloth portion of the flap wheel no the abrasive coating.
The Fast Way To Shape A Flap Wheel
To shape the face of a flap wheel is to put a course grit, coated abrasive against the wheel while running it backwards. This will wear down the cloth of the wheel and create the desired contour shape.
A Faster Way To Shape A Flap Wheel
If your production requirements are large enough, simply give Schaffner a drawing or a worn out flap wheel. We can manufacture a new flap wheel made to the specified shape to meet your needs. You may contact us by email or by phone or click here to request a quote directly on-line, and have the ability to upload your drawing. A fast an convenient way to improve your production.
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