Lapping is a material-removal process using loose abrasive grains and is regarded as a powerful yet gentle finishing method capable of meeting the highest standards for dimensional and form tolerances as well as surface quality. Lapping produces a matte surface texture on the component.
Key Data
Our range of services for your components
- Round or flat lapping
- Roundness: < 0.001
- Surface finish: >Ra0.02
- Materials: steel, cast iron, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, ceramic
Description of the procedures
Lapping
Lapping is particularly used in the production of precision components such as optical lenses, engine sealing surfaces or roller bearing components.
This method enables tolerances in the smallest micrometre range and produces surfaces with exceptionally low roughness.
Honing
Honing, also known as fine-grinding, is a manufacturing process that uses a cutting edge with an undefined geometry. It is typically one of the final steps in the production of mechanical components.
It is used when high precision in terms of dimensional accuracy and shaping is required. Honing and grinding are closely related manufacturing processes. Unlike grinding, honing produces an even finer surface finish.
The honing tools, known as honing sticks or brushes, press the spring-loaded, abrasive-coated honing stones against the bore wall. The cutting motion is oscillating and linear at the same time, producing the characteristic cross-hatch pattern..
