Edge trimming is the process of shaping the edge of a metal strip to a desired shape beyond the standard cut edge by machining or skiving. These trimmed edges are very useful in rolled low carbon, high carbon, cold rolled, and stainless steel strips where the exposed edge of the strip will come into contact with the outside or require sensitive processing.
Producing different stainless steel strip edges according to customer’s needs can trim square edge, square with round edge, round edge, and other edge quality strips.
Stainless Steel Strip Edge Types
Deburring
We can remove the burrs commonly associated with slitting coils, this edge is called a deburred edge. Deburred edges will also improve the shape characteristics, resulting in a strip with less bend and less corrugation, while reducing burrs. This type of strip edge is safer to work or handle than a slit edge.
Cut Edges
We can also provide cut edges, which are produced by machining the strip. Cut edges can be square, round, or special, such as V-edges and compound edges. We will work with you to provide the best edge for your production.
Some of the cut edges are as follows:
All edge treatments will improve the shape of the steel strip. Stainless steel strips that have been de-bowed, de-burred, or chamfered will be flatter and
Less Wavy.
All coils run on the crimping machine can be supplied as traditional “pancake” coils or oscillating wound coils. Oscillating or transverse wound coils allow several smaller coils to be welded together and wound evenly like a kite line. This allows for larger coils. Larger coils mean fewer coil changes, longer runs, and less scrap, increasing your productivity.
Square Edges
The square edge of the stainless strip refers to the edge of the stainless steel strip after scraping, which has a clear right angle or nearly right angle shape. This edge treatment is very important in some specific applications because it can provide more precise dimensional control and higher mechanical properties.
Rolled Edges
This type of edge is created using a technique called coil edge, which involves rolling the edge of a steel coil into the desired shape and removing the slit
burr edge.
Slit burr edges are rolled into strips for safe use.
Round Edges
This type of stainless steel strip ensures that the edge is evenly rounded and sharpness is removed.
Fully rounded edges are easily accessible and available in widths up to 150mm. Round edges are mostly produced by turning.
Notes :Round edge width ≤150mm、coil weight≤1t
Benefits
Edge conditioning provides significant benefits, including:
● Smooth edges
● Create a consistent, uniform product
● Remove sharp, dangerous burrs
● Safer handling
● Improve employee safety
● Reduce liability
● Faster and easier die feeding
● Increase productivity
● Improve formability, especially with hard steel
● Allow for tighter width tolerances (+/- .001″)
● Prevention of Edge Cracks
● Extend the Lifecycle of Steel Spring Applications
Why do I need Stainless Steel Strip Edges?
Edge stripping can offer many advantages, depending on how your part is processed and the specific end-use of your product.
# Square Edge: Chamfered square edges offer tighter edge-to-edge width tolerances than sheared or notched edges for stamped parts. Additionally, for precision blade manufacturers, square chamfers reduce scrap and machining time because there is no additional processing required to deal with burrs that may be left on the notched edges.
# Round Edge: For spring manufacturers and exposed parts, chamfered round edges greatly increase cycle life, eliminate chatter and burrs, and provide a more secure edge, which means smoother unwinding and safer operation for end users and employees.
All coils run on the crimping machine are available to you as either traditional “pancake” coils or oscillating wound coils. Oscillating or transverse wound coils allow several smaller coils to be welded together and wound evenly like a kite line. This allows for larger coils. Larger coils mean fewer coil changes, longer run, and less scrap, all attributes that increase your production efficiency and reduce waste rates.
Stainless Strip Oscillated Coil Packages
Considerations for Choosing Square and Round Edges
1. Application Requirements:
If precise installation and fit are required, square edges are usually selected.
If higher safety and aesthetics are required, round edges are selected.
2. Processing Cost:
The processing of square edges may require higher precision and the cost is relatively high.
The processing of round edges is relatively simple and the cost is low.
3. Safety:
Round edges have advantages in reducing safety hazards caused by sharp edges and are suitable for occasions with frequent contact or protection.
Choosing a Stainless Steel Strip Supplier?
If you are considering using stainless steel strips in your project, working with an experienced and reputable stainless steel strip supplier is important. There are many stainless steel strip suppliers in China, but not all stainless steel strip manufacturers and suppliers offer the same quality or service.
Huaxiao Metal is one of the leading suppliers of stainless steel strips. Its stainless steel strip edges are varied, including round edges, square edges, etc. We offer a variety of stainless steel strip edge products to meet the various needs of customers.
Contact us now and we will provide you with the most satisfactory stainless steel strip products.