What is Double Disc Grinding?
The precision machining process uses two opposing abrasive wheels to simultaneously grind two sides of a component. This method ensures precise parallelism, flatness, and thickness control.
What are the main advantages of Double Disc Grinding?
Key benefits of Double Disc Grinding include:
- Enhanced precision and consistency
- Increased efficiency and throughput
- Cost-effectiveness
- Versatility across applications
- Reduced internal stress in workpieces
- Improved surface finishes
- Better part stability during secondary operations
- Best flatness and parallelism
What materials can be processed using Double Disc Grinding?
Double Disc Grinding can process a wide range of materials, including:
- Stainless steel
- Tool steels
- Sintered metals
- High-strength alloys
- Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- Bronze
- Copper
- Aluminum
- Cast iron
- Plastic
What tight tolerances can be achieved with Double Disc Grinding?
We can achieve:
- Dimensional tolerances: ±0.0002″ (0.00508 mm)
- Parallelism: 0.0002″
- Flatness: 0.0002″
What surface finishes are possible with Double Disc Grinding?
- Up to 16 Ra on aluminum
- Up to 8 Ra on ferrous alloys
What are some types of parts that are commonly processed using Double Disc Grinding?
- Stampings
- Die castings
- Blankings
- Rings
- Valves
- Small metal parts
Is Double Disc Grinding suitable for small parts?
Yes, the process is appropriate for small parts. It is particularly cost-effective for thickness sizing of small parts such as fine blanked stamped, die cast, and sintered metal parts.
What is the minimum batch size for Double Disc Grinding?
No minimum
What information is needed to provide an accurate quote for Double Disc Grinding services?
- Material type and hardness
- Part dimensions and geometry
- Current surface finish and desired final surface finish
- Tolerance requirements
- Batch size
- Any special handling or cleaning requirements
- Deadline or turnaround time needs
- Amount of material to be removed (starting size)
- Packaging requirements
- Equal or partial stock removal
- Incoming flatness and parallelism