How Many Types of Grinding Machine?

A grinding machine or grinder is an industrial power tool that uses an abrasive wheel for cutting. There are various grinding machine types, each with a different purpose. Here’s a look at some of the most common types of precision grinding machines from Maximum Advantage-Carolinas.

Surface Grinders

A surface grinder consists of an abrasive wheel, a chuck (a workpiece holding device), and a rotary table. The chuck is used to hold the material in place while the wheel and object are rotated to produce a smooth finish.

Cylindrical Grinders

A cylindrical grinder is used for shaping the outside of a workpiece. These machines accept workpieces in a variety of shapes as long as they can be rotated through a central axis. In a cylindrical grinder, both the workpiece and grinding wheel are simultaneously rotated. Outside diameter grinders, internal diameter grinders, and centerless grinders are all types of cylindrical grinders.

Centerless Grinders

A centerless grinder is a type of cylindrical grinder which uses two rotary wheels to secure the workpiece in place. Unlike a centered grinder, a centerless grinder does not make use of a spindle. The speed of the rotation of the wheels determines at what rate the material is removed.

Tool & Cutter Grinders

A tool and cutter grinder makes use of a CNC machine tool with up to 5 axes and multiple grinding wheels. These devices are used for sharpening and producing milling cutters such as drills, endmills, and step tools. It is also widely used for producing the tools needed in the woodworking and metal cutting industries.

If you want to learn more about the types of precision grinding machines and which one may be best suited for your industrial application, contact the professionals at WMTCNC.