Slimmer disks produce clean cuts in thin metal

Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team Dec 12, 2005

Tyrolit has added to its Secur Extra range a 0.75mm disc that is claimed to be the thinnest on the market.

A thick cutoff disc can cause unwanted burring, localised heating and deformation when cutting thin sheet metal and other delicate materials such as profile and tube of small cross section.

To avoid the problem and the possibility of having to rework or scrap the job, Tyrolit has added to its Secur Extra range a 0.75mm disc that is claimed to be the thinnest on the market.

The resin-bonded, fibre-reinforced disc is aimed at automotive repair shops, electrical equipment fitters and tinsmiths, but is also suitable for heavier work such as cutting steel rope and steel reinforcement.

The ultrathin profile results in straight, clean cuts and effortless operation, making it especially suitable for working overhead.

The load on hand tool is also reduced.

Two sizes of disc are available, 115 and 125mm diameter, for cutting mild steel, stainless steel and nonferrous metals.

Both discs have a 42F depressed centre for strength and longevity, and may be used at peripheral speeds up to 80m/s.

Tyrolit manufacturing operations are recognised by the Organisation for the Safety of Abrasives (oSa), and the 0.75mm Secur Extra discs comply specifically with EN12413, ANSI B.7.1 and BGV D12.