Preparing CBN wheels for use requires a bit of effort up front, but will give you long-term benefits that are immeasurable.

When there are problems with a ground surface finish, when productivity is low, or if costs are too high, the fault may lie with the grinding wheel. Changing the grit, wheel feeds and speeds, or coolant application may be the solution, depending on the precise nature of the problem.

Properly dressing your grinding wheels is an important step in helping them to work as they should.

Superabrasives are split into two categories: CBN for use with ferrous material, and diamond for almost all other materials. At only half the hardness of a natural diamond, CBN is the only other material besides synthetic diamonds that is hard enough to be considered a superabrasive.

If you are in the cutting tool industry and are interested in gaining a competitive edge with CDT's GL™ Series grinding wheels, contact our knowledgeable team of service techs today.

A few simple steps to care for and maintain your diamond wheels will allow you to get the performance and durability you expect from them.

Learn about diamond classifications and 10 tips for using single point diamond dressers.

Plating is a rather complex process, but the coating it provides to grinding wheels and other tools can add unbeatable strength and durability.