Discs
VSM fiber discs are ideal for all rough grinding work. On the other hand, VSM discs on cloth and paper backings as well as non-woven discs are particularly suitable for achieving a fine surface finish.
Fiber discs that resist deformation
Product information
- oSa® certified: maximum user protection, even under extreme loads
- Excellent handling with zero vibration in use and special edge flexibility
- Sturdy vulcanized fiber backing that resists deformation
- Dimensions and hole shapes for almost any machine
- Matching back-up pads for a wide range of applications
- Available with the full range of VSM grain technologies: from VSM ACTIROX and VSM CERAMICS Plus to VSM COMPACTGRAIN
- Available in grit sizes from 16 to 220
Additional grinding-active layers
Improves cutting performance while reducing temperatures in the contact zone.
Prevents chip adhesion to avoid clogging up the abrasive. Also results in longer service life.
CERTIFIED BY OSA®
The oSa® trademark is the quality seal for tested safety
Only tested, high-quality tools are awarded the internationally trademarked oSa® label. In demand worldwide, these tools are in a different league to those from vendors who have not committed to safety standards. Use of the oSa® trademark on product labelling is granted only to companies that voluntarily undertake to comply with the European safety standards for grinding tools as well as stricter production and testing regulations. These abrasives therefore meet the highest safety standards and, if general work and safety instructions are observed, offer a maximum level of protection for users of the product.
As a member of oSa®, VSM meets the following requirements:
- The entire production process for VSM abrasives is monitored
- VSM has a certified quality management system in place
- VSM conducts regular production inspections according to EN standards
- VSM abrasives are always fully traceable
- VSM seeks to achieve maximum compliance with ESH (environment, safety and health) standards
Product recommendations for discs
Technical information
Fiber disc versions
Disc shapes and dimensions
- Outer diameter of 100–180 mm
- Inner hole diameter from 16–22 mm
- Various versions with slots or centre hole possible
Discs on paper and cloth backings as well as non-woven discs
Product information
- Various dimensions and hole patterns for almost any machine
- Quick and easy abrasive replacement using velour-backed discs and velour-backed plates
- Available in grit sizes from 16 to 1200
Backings
- Available with velour and self-adhesive backings
- Various cloth backings available – from extremely flexible to extremely sturdy
- Paper backings from 70 g/m2 to 300 g/m2
Additional grinding-active layers
Improves cutting performance while reducing temperatures in the contact zone.
Prevents chip adhesion to avoid clogging up the abrasive. Also results in longer service life.
Technical information
Disc versions
Disc shapes and dimensions
- Outer diameter of 125–150 mm
- Inner hole diameter from 10–18 mm
- Versions with various hole patterns possible
Disc backings
Cloth backings
- Available in aramid, cotton, polyester or polycotton
- The cloth is utilized as a backing for abrasives after in-house finishing has been completed, to adjust elongation and flexibility.
- High tear strength
- Depending on the application, cloth backings are available from extremely flexible (E-cloth) to extremely sturdy (Z-cloth)
Paper backings
- Stretch-resistant
- Lower weight compared to cloth
- The lighter the paper, the more flexible the backing becomes
- From 100 g/m2 for off-hand grinding to approx. 300 g/m2 for machine flat grinding