PFERD Tools for Use on Aluminium

<strong>PFERD</strong> <strong>Tools</strong> – Catalogues 201-209Catalogue 206 – Cut-Off WheelsFor cutting aluminium and its alloys, <strong>PFERD</strong> has developed a range of specialcut-off wheels. These products contain no fillers which might leave undesirableresidue on the workpiece. The surfaces can there<strong>for</strong>e be welded immediatelyafterwards.They can be used on angle grinders of all output categories.Cut-off wheels – hardness N-ALUCut-off wheels of hardness grade N-ALU provide aggressive stock removal andare not susceptible to loading problems on aluminium workpieces in machinabilitygroups SOFT, TOUGH and harD. They are laminated on both sides with asilver-coated labelling film which prevents metal adhesion and clogging of theabrasive material.Products made to orderBy special arrangement, cut-off wheels <strong>for</strong> use on aluminium can be manufacturedto specific application needs.Special specifications may include, e.g.■■non-standard sizes and widths■■different grit types, e.g. SiC.Recommendations <strong>for</strong> use:■■1.0 mm disc width: especially <strong>for</strong> sheet metal■■1.6 mm disc width: <strong>for</strong> thin-walled workpieces■■2.4 mm disc width: <strong>for</strong> general cut-off work■■2.9 mm disc width: <strong>for</strong> maximum tool life and high lateral stabilitySafety notesAbrasive manufacturers, machine producers and users contribute equally toensuring grinding safety. All <strong>PFERD</strong> tools are built to meet applicable safetyrequirements. However, the ultimate responsibility <strong>for</strong> the correct handling andsafe operation of power tools and abrasive products rests with the user.In particular, the following rules apply:■■The maximum operating speed [m/s] stated on the product labelmust not be exceeded.■■The use of flanges having two different diameters is to be avoided.32