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16 Surface Finish - SS 304

2003

Hi,
My questions has to do with how to achieve a 16 Micronesia surface finish on two parts that are made of SS 304.
The first part is a flat cylindrical plate, that we want to get this 16 finish on the flat face.
The second part is a cylindrical pipe shaped part, and we want to get a 16 surface finish or better on the ID. The cylindrical pipe is 17.5" in diameter, and the cylindrical plate is 17.5" in diameter.

Thanks to all who reply.
Cheers, Tom

Thomas M [surname deleted for privacy by Editor]
food - Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

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This part is not a good candidate for mass finishing equipment because ID surfaces do not get worked as well a OD surfaces. It can be done; however, I am leaning toward a wheel type system. Then again, if you have a lot of volume, you might want to look into an extrude hone type system. If you go with a wheel system, you should consider non-woven type wheels and maybe some automation because repeatability of surface coverage and pressure is important.

AF Kenton
retired business owner - Hatboro, Pennsylvania
2003