Responsible Grinding Wheel Selection

Authors: R. Aerens, G. Smets, CRIF Leuven

Original Language: Dutch

Abstract

Traditionally, the choice of grinding wheel is determined by the material to be ground. In this article, the choice of grinding wheel will be primarily oriented toward the desired grinding quality, such as surface roughness, surface integrity, and form retention of the wheel.

Wheel Specifications

Various characteristics of the grinding wheel are indicated in commercial specifications, in the following order: grain type, grain size, hardness, structure, and bond type (e.g., A60L7V).

Topics Covered

This article discusses the influence of:

• Wheel hardness
• Brittleness of the aluminum oxide grain
• Thickness of the aluminum oxide grain

Significance

Practical selection guidelines from CRIF Leuven that prioritize quality outcomes over traditional material-based selection approaches.