How to know when it is a good cut-off wheel for stainless steel?
The cutting disks They are abrasive products that are used to carry out artisan and industrial work, we can use them to make cuts in other materials, shape or improve the finish of the products.
There are a wide variety of cutting discs, each one of them is made with a type of abrasive material, depending on the use. In this post we are going to focus on metal and stainless steel cutting discs.
Tips for choosing a good cutting disc for stainless steel
Cutting discs for metal have a continuous shape. The measure is a very important element when choosing a cutting disc, they are usually used 115 mm in diameter, since it is the measure that is most compatible with most of the tools on the market.
Stainless steel is a very resistant but delicate material, so choosing the wrong cutting disc can cause damage to the material such as oxidation or irregular cuts.
In the market there are endless cutting disks for stainless steel, from Zavala We always indicate that the cutting disc that is purchased must have the following quality certificate. This certificate guarantees:
- The cutting discs are free of iron, sulfur and chlorine.
- Discs will not produce oxidation on the material when making cuts.
- The substances that are released when making the cut they are not polluting nor harmful to the health of the person.
Consequences of using a disk without certification
Consequently, the use of cutting discs without a certificate can cause:
- Irregular cuts on the surface.
- Polluting substances for the environment.
- Rust on the cuts that can extend through the material.
- Gases harmful to the health of the professional.
In order for you to observe the consequences of choosing a bad cutting disc, we show you an image of a cut made of stainless steel with an uncertified disc.
After years of experience supplying stainless steel material and various supplies, from Zavala we recommend the following cutting discs for stainless steel:
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