User manual 3M TRIZACT ABRASIVES

[. . . ] What's a better finish worth? Customers are impressed with the performance of 3MTM TrizactTM Abrasives and have realized efficiencies and benefits that extend far beyond increased abrasive life. In fact, 89% report the number-one reason they purchase Trizact abrasives is the finish they get. Here's how Trizact abrasives have helped customers develop more efficient manufacturing processes: Contact 3M today. 3 Trizact Abrasives TM A consistent, predictable finish. [. . . ] Trizact abrasives finer, more consistent finish cut the reject rate of an electroplating jobshop from 22% of parts to only 7% of parts. An automotive component manufacturer experienced a 50% rise in parts finished per worker, since Trizact abrasives cut faster and eliminated several process steps. After switching to Trizact abrasives, a stainless steel fabricator produced parts in half as many steps as before, doubling output and eliminating a nagging production bottleneck. 9 Learn for yourself how 3MTM TrizactTM Abrasives can give you more consistent and predictable finishes, making your operation more efficient and saving you money. For more information, contact your local 3M Abrasive Systems Sales representative, authorized 3M Coated Abrasive Products distributor, or 3M at the numbers listed below. 1-800-852-4668 Contact us on the Internet: http://www. 3M. com/abrasives Our sales representatives don't sell sandpaper, they provide finishing solutions. Every product we sell is backed by the knowledge, skills and experience of your 3M sales professional and worldwide technical community. Methods development engineers are prepared to help you optimize your manufacturing processes and extract maximum value from Trizact Abrasives. 10 11 2 Each of these companies realized these benefits with no incremental investment in plant, personnel or equipment. 3 3 Industrial Markets 3M Center, Building 223-6N-01 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 12 Printed in U. S. A. 10% post-consumer waste paper © 3M 2002 60-4400-3566-9 (3. 582)CPI The finish line. Trizact abrasives are currently available in four product lines to meet a variety of metal finishing requirements. Need a better finish?Start with the right abrasive. 4 13 14 16 2 17 18 · consistent, predictable finishes · higher, more even rates of cut · cooler grinding and finishing temperatures · reduced processing steps It starts with microreplication. Conventional abrasives start out sharp, but they dull quickly. Trizact abrasive belts last up to five times longer than conventional belts, making them very cost effective. Test results verify that: · Trizact abrasive belts last 2-5 times longer than conventional belts · operators can reduce grade sequences, which in turn lowers abrasive costs Cut Rate (grams/min) The unique microreplicated construction of 3MTM TrizactTM Abrasives can deliver: Trizact abrasives deliver results. Trizact Abrasive Conventional Abrasive Time While its initial cut is not as high, 3MTM TrizactTM Abrasives maintain their high rate of cut much longer in comparison to conventional abrasives on 304 Stainless Steel. 3M 407EA The quick cutting action of 3M 407EA makes it the product of choice for titanium aerospace components and other nonferrous applications, including brass and aluminum, requiring a flexible abrasive with silicon carbide mineral. Available grades: A110, A90, A60, A20 Lower is finer. 3M 307EA A flexible cloth backing and aluminum oxide mineral makes 3M 307EA the perfect choice for critical preplate surface finishes. Available grades: A100, A80, A65, A45 A30, A16, A6 3M 253FA Combining aluminum oxide mineral with a waterproof backing, 3M 253FA is ideal for wet-finishing operations. Available grades: A130, A100, A80, A65, A45 A30, A16, A6 3M 237AA Choose 3M 237AA to finish stainless steel knives, cutlery and other products requiring a semi-flexible abrasive with aluminum oxide mineral. [. . . ] Here's why: (Average mineral size in microns) Trizact Abrasive Grade A5 A6 A10 A16 A20 A30 A35 A45 A60 A65 FEPA (P-Grade) P3000 P2500 P1200 P800 P600 P400 P320 Trizact abrasive belts start sharp and stay sharp, resulting in more predictable finishes. Since Trizact abrasives deliver a better finish, you'll see improved quality in your parts. Finish (micro-inches) Trizact Abrasive P240 Conventional Abrasive 5 6 15 Three-dimensional structures uniformly distributed over the entire surface of 3MTM TrizactTM Abrasives (pictured left) ensure consistent performance and eliminate belt-to-belt variation. Conventional abrasives (pictured right), which feature randomly arranged minerals, wear and finish unevenly. Time Notice the very consistent finish of 3MTM TrizactTM Abrasives compared to the irregular performance of conventional abrasives on 304 Stainless Steel. A80 A90 A100 A110 A130 A160 19 P220 P180 P150 P120 [. . . ]