There are many different types of buffing wheels, each designed to accomplish different tasks. We have put a list together of the different buffing and polishing wheels that we carry to help you understand some of the differences between them and find the right ones for you and your work.
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Most wheels and buffs are made with one of three traditional centers that make them ideal for working with different types of machines or better for being used for different purposes. A stitched leather center will add stiffness and durability to a buff. A plastic center works much like the old traditional lead centers, providing ultimate durability without the hazards of using the lead. And finally, a shellac center is an economical option that provides a tight fit on various tapered spindles.
The soft buffs made of muslin style cotton are generally used with rouge to produce a final polish. Muslin buffs are very similar to other cotton buffs, like chamois or cotton flannel buffs, and are good at many of the same things. You can get these buffs in many different diameters from small 1 inch diameter buffs to large 6 inch diameter buffs. They commonly range from a ply of 30 to a ply of 60, a rating that describes the number of layers of muslin used in the buff, which will tell you the width of the buff. The higher the ply is, the thicker or wider the buff will be, allowing you to accomplish a number of different tasks with this one type of buff. These buffs come in many different types and styles which are discussed below, however, no matter the type they come in two different versions: combed and uncombed. This difference simply tells you if the buff will need to be broken in or not. A combed buff will not need to be broken in and you will not need to comb the buff in order to hold the compound in the wheel.
Felt buffs are made of dense and tightly compressed wool felt. These wheels are medium hardness and suitable for all-purpose polishing and buffing. Available in varying densities from medium to extra hard, they can be used with any compound for cutting or polishing and since they hold an edge well, they are great for working in angles and corners. Most felt buffs have a pin hole center that allows you to use them on tapered spindles.
A Satin or Matte finish buffs are usually made of synthetic or nylon fibers that have been impregnated with an abrasive material like silicon carbide or aluminum oxide. You can use these buffs to create a beautiful brushed look on watch bands and other items, making them an ideal finishing tool when a high luster finish isn’t desired. Some of these buffs can also be used on wood, plastic, and other materials.
These flap wheels incorporate the abrasive granule aluminum oxide that gives them their name directly into the wheel, making them a two and one kind of buffing wheel. You can use these versatile wheels on watch bands or for light de-burring and polishing work on non-ferrous metals. They can also be used to create a satin finish on steel, and quickly remove surface contaminants from the metal.
The silicon carbide wheels are extremely strong and are a better grinding wheel than a polishing wheel. You can use them for light grinding, de-burring, smoothing and the cleaning of all non-ferrous metals as well as non-metallic materials like glass.
The nylon and wire mounted brushes are usually used mostly for cleaning, de-burring and smoothing rough surfaces. However, some of the soft bristle nylon brushes can also be used for polishing. These polishing wheels can come mounted on mandrels or you can get them unmounted as well to attach them to other machines. The brushes can be made of many different materials, though they’re generally made with nylon, brass or steel bristles. Each different bristle type is good for different tasks. For example, brass wire bristles can be used for gold, copper and brass work whereas the steel wire bristles are better used for white metals like silver, white gold, platinum and aluminum.
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The most common diamond wheels are the diamond resin wheels. These are a low cost, high quality option for smoothing and pre-polishing stones.
These are the same ones that come with the Cab King units. They're an excellent choice for cabbing and contour smoothing. These wheels have a soft backing for flexibility which allows for softer curves due to the wheel’s forgiving surface.
Diamond REZ wheels are similar to the resin wheels but they have a premium resin binder that allows for a longer wheel life. These slightly more aggressive wheels require a small amount of breaking-in for optimum use.
Standard Diamond Wheels are the grinding wheels featured on Covington’s combination and grinding units. These electroplated and nickel-bonded diamond wheels are balanced for smooth operation. The hard backing of an electroplated wheel makes them a great choice for projects that require shaping, such as cabbing. The inflexible wheel backing makes this kind of diamond wheel much more aggressive than a resin wheel.
Textured Diamond Wheels are similar to the standard wheel in that they are electroplated and designed for shaping and grinding. These wheels have a cross-hatch texture on the surface which allows for easier washout of sediment when grinding. Textured wheels are more aggressive than standard wheels because the sediment is less likely to build up on the wheel’s surface which can prevent an effective grind.
Sintered diamond wheels are the most cost-effective grinding wheel. Under proper care, these wheels will outlast any of the other diamond wheels. The new Ultimate Sintered Diamond Wheel by Covington has more than 3/16 of an inch of 100% concentrated diamond sintering. The diamond is dispersed evenly throughout the sintering and balanced for smooth operation.
Silicon Carbide Wheels are still a great lower cost option for grinding and shaping stone work pieces. Many of the grinders and combos are still available with a silicon carbide wheel option. These wheels are an effective and more economical choice for many consumers.
We have several sizes available in cork and felt wheels for polishing glass. Use cork in combination with pumice for a hazy finish. Use felt with cerium
for an optical finish on your glass. These wheels have a dense construction and are designed to last.
Expandable drums are designed for use with either diamond or silicon carbide sanding belts. These wheels are a great choice for contour grinding
and pre-polishing. Simply slip your sanding belt into place, turn the unit on, and the wheel is ready to use!
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