Ceramic grain for efficient grinding processes
For the rapid removal of surface defects, or for beveling, deburring, removing sprues, or processing weld seams – ceramic grain abrasives are now indispensable for metal processing companies.
A comprehensive range of grinding tools
The VSM CERAMICS and CERAMICS Plus portfolio offer a comprehensive selection of abrasives for a wide range of applications. With 25 series that offer a variety of dimensions and grit sizes, there is a wide range of options to choose from. The ceramic grain series was primarily developed for machining metals, including stainless steel, nonferrous metals, superalloys and unalloyed steel.
Thanks to their versatility and performance, the CERAMICS and CERAMICS Plus series offer a solution for demanding grinding tasks in various industrial applications.
Indispensable in production halls
Grinding of dished ends
| Workpiece | Tank bottoms |
| Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Series | XK885Y |
| Grit size | 20 |
| Belt dimensions | 2 3/8 x 86 in |
| Contact wheel | 15 in diameter, Hardness: 80° Shore A, Serration: 5:4 |
| Cutting speed | 5800 SFPM |
| Rotation speed | Manual |
| Lubricant | None |
Result: The number of machined workpieces per abrasive belt is doubled.
Centerless grinding
| Workpiece | Tubes, outer diameter 4 in |
| Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Series | XK760X |
| Grit size | 40 |
| Belt dimensions | 6 x 138 in |
| Contact wheel | 18 in diameter, Hardness: 60° Shore A, Serration: 2:1 |
| Cutting speed | 4900 SFPM |
| Axial feed rate | 8 FPM |
| Lubricant | Emulsion |
Result: Increase in grinding performance per abrasive belt from 600 to 900 pieces, resulting in reduced set-up costs.
Use the self-sharpening effect
Compared to products from other suppliers, VSM ceramic grain abrasives not only achieve a higher stock removal rate, but also a reduced temperature in the grinding zone because the microcrystalline grain structure enables continuous self-sharpening:
Wear pattern of the grain
During grinding, individual grain fragments break off continuously, forming a fresh, sharp grain tip. VSM CERAMICS abrasives are therefore known for their optimum stock removal. They are highly regarded as a premium product for a wide range of stationary and mobile grinding applications.
VSM CERAMICS Plus abrasive grains offer an even better self-sharpening effect. Especially when grinding high-alloyed steels and superalloys using high contact pressures. The unique microcrystalline grain structure enables significantly finer and sharper breaking of the grain, which leads to lower working temperatures and a significantly longer service life.
Field tests have shown that the stock removal rate and service life of the VSM CERAMICS and VSM CERAMICS Plus series are up to 40% greater than those of conventional ceramic grain abrasives.
Additional grinding-active layers for optimum performance
Cool cutting with TOP SIZE
TOP SIZE is ideal for dry grinding stainless, heat-resistant steels. The grinding-active layer lowers the temperature in the grinding zone and improves cutting performance. This significantly increases the service life of the abrasive.
ALU-X: The expert for non-ferrous metals
Non-ferrous metals tend to clog the abrasive. Instead of being cleared, the chips start forming deposits on the grains, A built-up cutting edge is created. The abrasive grain can no longer work and the abrasive is unusable.
VSM ALU-X prevents chip adhesion and clogging of the abrasive. Apart from extending the service life, this also maintains a high rate of stock removal.
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