Types of Abrasive wheels
On this page, you will learn about Abrasive wheels and the types available. Abrasive wheel courses are available at TAC Ltd, contact us today for more information.
What is an Abrasive Wheel?
Firstly, abrasive wheels are usually defined as wheels consisting of abrasive particles bonded together using organic or inorganic substances such as resin.
Types of machines associated with Abrasive Wheels
- Angle Grinders
- Bench Grinders
- Chop Saws
- Table Saws
- Petrol Cut Off Saws
Types of wheels
Cutting off wheels: Subject to maximum thickness and hole size limitations. This might be steel-centred with diamond abrasives or organic bonded abrasives.
Abrasive: These are cutting tools consisting of abrasive grains, held together by organic or inorganic bonds. Diamond and reinforced wheels are included.
Organic wheels: Bonded by an organic material. For example resin, rubber, shellac, or other similar bonding agent.
Inorganic wheel: Bonded by an inorganic material. Such as clay, glass, porcelain, sodium silicate, magnesium oxychloride, or metal.
Vitrified wheel: A subset of inorganic wheels. Bonded with clay, glass, porcelain, or related ceramic materials.
Wire brush and buffing wheels: Similarly, other types of grinding wheel attachments include wire brush and buffing wheels that are usually used for cleaning.
Wheel Markings:
All wheels must include:
- Trade mark & Test records
- Restrictions
- Expiry date
- Speed strip
- Dimensions in mm
- Specification mark
- Code number
- Maximum operating speed and ISO Type No (Shape)
- Finally, wheels must have the speed marked clearly in RPM
Other information should include:
- Sizes – Diameter, Bore and Thickness
- Suppliers Name – Accountability
- Usage – Stone or Metal (Steel)
- British Standard Marking
Types of Abrasive Wheels:
Type 1:
- Straight Sided Vitrified Wheels
- Bench Grinders-up to 250mm
Type 2
- Depressed Centre Grinding Wheels
- Angle Grinders
Type 41
- Straight Sided Cut-Off Wheels
- Angle Grinders, Chop Saws, Petrol Cut-Off Saws
Type 42
- Depressed Centre
- Cut-Off Wheels Angle Grinder
Diamond Segmented blade
- Petrol cut-off saw
- Angle grinder
- Floor saw
Abrasive Wheel Regulations
Provision and use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
The primary objective of PUWER is to ensure that work equipment, including abrasive wheels, do not give rise to risks to health and safety. Regardless of the work equipment’s age, condition or origin.
It is a legal requirement under the PUWER act that anyone required to use abrasive wheels must attend formal training
Requirements of the regulations include:
- Have a Certificate of Training
- Deemed Competent by your Employer
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98)
- Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 (as amended)
Looking to attend an Abrasive wheels(AW) course?
We offer a half day AW courses, including classroom, demonstration and practical based training. Furthermore this Provides delegates with the opportunity to learn how to safely mount Abrasive Wheels and meet both the Legal and Company requirements.
For more information about the course please follow the link https://www.tacltd.org.uk/courses/abrasive-wheels/
On the other hand, if you would like to book a course, please call 0115 985 2455 or complete the booking form.
