Setup For Centerless Grinders 320

Setup for Centerless Grinders 320
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Class Outline

Class Outline
Objectives
Setting Up a Centerless Grinder
Preventing Lobing
Workpiece Rounding Effect
Selection of Work Rest Blade
Setting the Work Rest Blade: Height Above Center
Setting the Work Rest Blade: Height Above Lower Slide
Throughfeed Grinding and Work Rest Blade Height
Regulating Wheel Angle of Inclination
Setting the Angle of Inclination
Regulating Wheel and Workpiece Feed Rate
Maintaining Consistent Part Diameter: Work Guides
Setting Work Guides on Regulating Wheel Side
Setting Work Guides on Grinding Wheel Side
Truing the Grinding Wheel
Setup for the Regulating Wheel Truing Angle
Setup for Offsetting the Diamond Dresser
Truing the Regulating Wheel
Summary
Lesson:1/19
Objectives
l Describe centerless grinding.
l Describe lobing.
l Describe workpiece rounding.
l Describe rest blade selection.
l Calculate work rest blade height above center.
l Calculate workpiece positioning above the lower slide.
l Describe the work rest blade height during throughfeed grinding.
l Describe the regulating wheel angle of inclination.
l List the steps for adjusting the regulating wheel angle of inclination.
l Describe the relationship between the regulating wheel and workpiece feed rate.
l Describe how work guides affect workpiece diameter.
l Explain how to set work guides on the regulating wheel side of the machine.
l Explain how to set work guides on the grinding wheel side of the machine.
l List the steps for truing a grinding wheel.
l Describe the truing angle for the regulating wheel.
l Describe offsetting the diamond dresser for the regulating wheel truing unit.
l Describe devices used to true the regulating wheel.
Figure 1. A standard truing unit for a grinding

wheel.

Lesson:1/19
Objectives
l Describe centerless grinding.
l Describe lobing.
l Describe workpiece rounding.
l Describe rest blade selection.
l Calculate work rest blade height above center.
l Calculate workpiece positioning above the lower slide.
l Describe the work rest blade height during throughfeed grinding.
l Describe the regulating wheel angle of inclination.
l List the steps for adjusting the regulating wheel angle of inclination.
l Describe the relationship between the regulating wheel and workpiece feed rate.
l Describe how work guides affect workpiece diameter.
l Explain how to set work guides on the regulating wheel side of the machine.
l Explain how to set work guides on the grinding wheel side of the machine.
l List the steps for truing a grinding wheel.
l Describe the truing angle for the regulating wheel.
l Describe offsetting the diamond dresser for the regulating wheel truing unit.
l Describe devices used to true the regulating wheel.

wheel.
Figure 2. During rough grinding, the work

guide at the rear of the regulating wheel must
be squared with the regulating wheel.

Figure 3. A work rest blade made of tungsten

carbide, a harder material.
Lesson:2/19

Centerless grinding is a common type of cylindrical grinding. Rather than mounting the
cylindrical part between centers or in a chuck, centerless grinding involves a grinding wheel,
regulating wheel, and work rest blade. These components hold the workpiece horizontally,
rotate it, and grind its surface, as shown in Figure 1.
Centerless grinding is capable of achieving very tight tolerances with little difficulty. The process of
generating round parts with tight tolerances depends primarily on accurate setup of the machine.
An accurate setup of the main components of a centerless grinder helps ensure the following
workpiece elements:
l Workpiece roundness. Roundness is the degree to which all points along the surface of a
circular or cylindrical workpiece are equidistant from the center of the circle or the axis of the
cylinder.

l Consistent workpiece diameter. Diameter is the length of a straight line as it passes from Figure 1. A typical centerless grinding
one point on the edge of a circle through the center of the circle and terminates at a point configuration.
directly opposite the beginning point.
l Accurate workpiece tolerance. Tolerance is the degree to which a workpiece meets its
specified dimensions. "Tight" tolerance involves accepting a smaller deviation from the
specified dimension.
l Appropriate workpiece finish. Finish is the degree of smoothness of the part surface.
Once the grinder is set up for making one group of parts, operation is consistent and rarely
changes between parts. To make a new part, the components of the centerless grinder must be
set up properly. This class will teach you how to set up the main components of a centerless
grinder, how to accurately position the workpiece on the work rest blade for various centerless
grinding operations, and how to true the grinding and regulating wheels.
Lesson:3/19
Preventing Lobing
Workpiece
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all points along the surface of a circular or cylindrical workpiece are equidistant from the center of
the circle or the axis of the cylinder. Lobing, or deviation from part roundness, is best prevented

Lesson:2/19

Centerless grinding is a common type of cylindrical grinding. Rather than mounting the
cylindrical part between centers or in a chuck, centerless grinding involves a grinding wheel,
regulating wheel, and work rest blade. These components hold the workpiece horizontally,
rotate it, and grind its surface, as shown in Figure 1.
Centerless grinding is capable of achieving very tight tolerances with little difficulty. The process of
generating round parts with tight tolerances depends primarily on accurate setup of the machine.
An accurate setup of the main components of a centerless grinder helps ensure the following
workpiece elements:
l Workpiece roundness. Roundness is the degree to which all points along the surface of a
circular or cylindrical workpiece are equidistant from the center of the circle or the axis of the
cylinder.

l Consistent workpiece diameter. Diameter is the length of a straight line as it passes from Figure 1. A typical centerless grinding
one point on the edge of a circle through the center of the circle and terminates at a point configuration.
directly opposite the beginning point.
l Accurate workpiece tolerance. Tolerance is the degree to which a workpiece meets its
specified dimensions. "Tight" tolerance involves accepting a smaller deviation from the
specified dimension.
l Appropriate workpiece finish. Finish is the degree of smoothness of the part surface.
Once the grinder is set up for making one group of parts, operation is consistent and rarely
changes between parts. To make a new part, the components of the centerless grinder must be
set up properly. This class will teach you how to set up the main components of a centerless
grinder, how to accurately position the workpiece on the work rest blade for various centerless
grinding operations, and how to true the grinding and regulating wheels.
Lesson:3/19
Preventing Lobing
Workpiece roundness is a primary goal of centerless grinding. Roundness is the degree to which
by proper setup of the centerless grinder. To prevent lobing, as you set up the grinder:
l Monitor the position of the work rest blade. Typically, the work rest blade is placed above the
centerofthegrindingandregulatingwheelsbythediameterofthepartbeingground.
l Pay close attention to the angle of the work rest blade. Typically, the top surface of the blade
is angled at approximately 30 degrees. Figure 1 illustrates an angled work blade.
l Monitor the rotational speed of the workpiece. The rotational speed of the regulating wheel
determines work speed, or the workpiece rotational speed, as well as workpiece feed rate.
Generally, the faster the regulating wheel rotates, the faster the part rounds.
Figure 1. Correctly angling the top surface of

the work rest blade helps prevent lobing.

Lesson:3/19
Preventing Lobing
Workpiece roundness is a primary goal of centerless grinding. Roundness is the degree to which
by proper setup of the centerless grinder. To prevent lobing, as you set up the grinder:
l Monitor the position of the work rest blade. Typically, the work rest blade is placed above the
centerofthegrindingandregulatingwheelsbythediameterofthepartbeingground.
l Pay close attention to the angle of the work rest blade. Typically, the top surface of the blade
is angled at approximately 30 degrees. Figure 1 illustrates an angled work blade.
l Monitor the rotational speed of the workpiece. The rotational speed of the regulating wheel
determines work speed, or the workpiece rotational speed, as well as workpiece feed rate.
Generally, the faster the regulating wheel rotates, the faster the part rounds.
Figure 1. Correctly angling the top surface of

the work rest blade helps prevent lobing.
Lesson:4/19

When the top surface of the work rest blade is horizontal and positioned so that the centerline of
the workpiece is parallel to the centerline of the grinding wheel and regulating wheel, the surface of
the wheels and the flat surface of the work rest blade form three sides of an imaginary square, as
illustrated in Figure 1. In this configuration, as the workpiece rotates, any high spot on the
periphery of the workpiece that contacts the regulating wheel causes a diametrically opposite low,
or concave, spot to be ground by the grinding wheel, as illustrated in Figure 2. This causes
workpiece lobing.
To counteract the tendency of parts being produced "out of round," you should elevate the
workpiece above the centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels. Elevating the workpiece
reduces pressure on the workpiece during grinding so that, as the part rotates, the high and low
spots produced as the part contacts the regulating and grinding wheels are not opposite each
other. This means that the high spot on the workpiece is not diametrically opposite the low spot on
the workpiece and is of lesser magnitude. This constantly decreasing magnitude of error yields Figure 1. Positioning a flat work rest blade on
gradual rounding of the workpiece. center forms three sides of an imaginary
square.

Figure 2. Under this configuration, any high

spot on the periphery of the workpiece that
contacts the regulating wheel causes a
diametrically opposite concave spot to be
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Lesson:4/19

When the top surface of the work rest blade is horizontal and positioned so that the centerline of
the workpiece is parallel to the centerline of the grinding wheel and regulating wheel, the surface of
the wheels and the flat surface of the work rest blade form three sides of an imaginary square, as
illustrated in Figure 1. In this configuration, as the workpiece rotates, any high spot on the
periphery of the workpiece that contacts the regulating wheel causes a diametrically opposite low,
or concave, spot to be ground by the grinding wheel, as illustrated in Figure 2. This causes
workpiece lobing.
To counteract the tendency of parts being produced "out of round," you should elevate the
workpiece above the centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels. Elevating the workpiece
reduces pressure on the workpiece during grinding so that, as the part rotates, the high and low
spots produced as the part contacts the regulating and grinding wheels are not opposite each
other. This means that the high spot on the workpiece is not diametrically opposite the low spot on
the workpiece and is of lesser magnitude. This constantly decreasing magnitude of error yields Figure 1. Positioning a flat work rest blade on
gradual rounding of the workpiece. center forms three sides of an imaginary
square.

Figure 2. Under this configuration, any high

spot on the periphery of the workpiece that
contacts the regulating wheel causes a
diametrically opposite concave spot to be
ground by the grinding wheel.
Lesson:5/19

The first step in setting up a centerless grinding machine is selecting the proper work rest blade.
Selecting the correct blade material helps ensure part roundness, a fine finish, and the most
efficient removal of workpiece material per each grinding pass.
When selecting a work rest blade, consider the following factors:
l Blade material. The four most common blade materials include aluminum bronze, chilled iron,
high-speed steel, and tungsten carbide.
l Blade thickness. Generally, the thickness of the blade is slightly less than the workpiece
diameter.
l Blade length. The length of the blade is determined by the diameter of the grinding and
regulating wheels.
l Blade angle. For most centerless operations, the top surface of the blade is angled 30
degrees.
When choosing blade material, always start with a hard material. Figure 1 shows a work rest blade
composed of tungsten carbide, a hard material. If the blade is too hard for the operation, scoring,

Lesson:5/19

The first step in setting up a centerless grinding machine is selecting the proper work rest blade.
Selecting the correct blade material helps ensure part roundness, a fine finish, and the most
efficient removal of workpiece material per each grinding pass.
When selecting a work rest blade, consider the following factors:
l Blade material. The four most common blade materials include aluminum bronze, chilled iron,
high-speed steel, and tungsten carbide.
l Blade thickness. Generally, the thickness of the blade is slightly less than the workpiece
diameter.
l Blade length. The length of the blade is determined by the diameter of the grinding and
regulating wheels.
l Blade angle. For most centerless operations, the top surface of the blade is angled 30
degrees.
When choosing blade material, always start with a hard material. Figure 1 shows a work rest blade
composed of tungsten carbide, a hard material. If the blade is too hard for the operation, scoring,
or pick-up, may occur. Scoring occurs when excessive pressure from the work rest blade on the Figure 1. A work rest blade made of tungsten
carbide, a harder material.
workpiece causes tiny chips to fuse to the blade. If you notice scoring during the operation, choose
a blade made of a softer material. This should help eliminate scoring. Additionally, when choosing
the blade angle, make sure you choose a smaller blade angle for larger workpiece diameters.
Lesson:6/19

To ensure roundness of a part, you must place the work rest blade so that the centerline of the
workpiece is above the centerlines of the grinding and regulating wheels. Grinding too high above
the wheels' centerline causes the wheels to squeeze the workpiece upward, pushing it off the work
rest blade, often resulting in chatter marks. Using a grinding wheel with a softer grade helps
eliminate the chatter by reducing the cutting pressure exerted on the workpiece. Grinding too far
below the wheels' centerline exerts excessive pressure on the periphery of the workpiece, which
usually results in a triangular workpiece, as illustrated in Figure 1.

The diameter of the workpiece is a key factor in accurately positioning the work rest blade for a
specific centerless operation. For smaller workpieces that have a diameter of approximately 1 in.
(2.5 cm) or less, the work rest blade should be positioned so that the centerline of the workpiece is
above the centerlines of the grinding wheel and regulating wheel by a distance equal to
approximately 1/2 of the workpiece diameter. For example, for a workpiece with a diameter of 1 in.,
the work rest blade should be positioned 0.5 in. (1.27 cm) inch above the wheels' centerline. For Figure 1. A part's triangular shape can result
larger workpieces that have a diameter of greater than 1 in., the work rest blade is typically set 1/2 from grinding too far below the centerline of
in. above the centerline of the wheels. the grinding and regulating wheels.
Lesson:7/19

Lesson:6/19

To ensure roundness of a part, you must place the work rest blade so that the centerline of the
workpiece is above the centerlines of the grinding and regulating wheels. Grinding too high above
the wheels' centerline causes the wheels to squeeze the workpiece upward, pushing it off the work
rest blade, often resulting in chatter marks. Using a grinding wheel with a softer grade helps
eliminate the chatter by reducing the cutting pressure exerted on the workpiece. Grinding too far
below the wheels' centerline exerts excessive pressure on the periphery of the workpiece, which
usually results in a triangular workpiece, as illustrated in Figure 1.

The diameter of the workpiece is a key factor in accurately positioning the work rest blade for a
specific centerless operation. For smaller workpieces that have a diameter of approximately 1 in.
(2.5 cm) or less, the work rest blade should be positioned so that the centerline of the workpiece is
above the centerlines of the grinding wheel and regulating wheel by a distance equal to
approximately 1/2 of the workpiece diameter. For example, for a workpiece with a diameter of 1 in.,
the work rest blade should be positioned 0.5 in. (1.27 cm) inch above the wheels' centerline. For Figure 1. A part's triangular shape can result
larger workpieces that have a diameter of greater than 1 in., the work rest blade is typically set 1/2 from grinding too far below the centerline of
in. above the centerline of the wheels. the grinding and regulating wheels.
Lesson:7/19

Both the part's position above the centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels and the part's
position above the top of the lower slide are key factors that assist in part roundness. As a result,
in addition to calculating the distance the centerline of the workpiece must be positioned above the
centerline of the wheels, you must also calculate the distance that the centerline of the workpiece
must be positioned above the top of the lower slide. Figure 1 illustrates the lower slide on a
centerless grinder.
Most manufacturers of centerless grinders specify the distance from the centerline of the regulating
and grinding wheels to the top of the lower slide in a technical manual. If you cannot find this
information, ask your supervisor.
Once you know the distance from the centerline of the wheels to the top of the lower slide, the
next step in correctly positioning the work rest blade is to add the workpiece centerline height
above the centerline of the regulating and grinding wheels to the distance from the centerline of the Figure 1. You must calculate the distance that
wheels to the top of the lower slide. the centerline of the workpiece must be
positioned above the top of the lower slide.
For example, if the workpiece adjustment height above center is 0.5 in. and the distance from the
centerline of the wheels to the top of the lower slide is 9.275 in., the centerline of the workpiece
must be 9.775 in. from the top of the lower slide.
Lesson:8/19

Lesson:7/19

Both the part's position above the centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels and the part's
position above the top of the lower slide are key factors that assist in part roundness. As a result,
in addition to calculating the distance the centerline of the workpiece must be positioned above the
centerline of the wheels, you must also calculate the distance that the centerline of the workpiece
must be positioned above the top of the lower slide. Figure 1 illustrates the lower slide on a
centerless grinder.
Most manufacturers of centerless grinders specify the distance from the centerline of the regulating
and grinding wheels to the top of the lower slide in a technical manual. If you cannot find this
information, ask your supervisor.
Once you know the distance from the centerline of the wheels to the top of the lower slide, the
next step in correctly positioning the work rest blade is to add the workpiece centerline height
above the centerline of the regulating and grinding wheels to the distance from the centerline of the Figure 1. You must calculate the distance that
wheels to the top of the lower slide. the centerline of the workpiece must be
positioned above the top of the lower slide.
For example, if the workpiece adjustment height above center is 0.5 in. and the distance from the
centerline of the wheels to the top of the lower slide is 9.275 in., the centerline of the workpiece
must be 9.775 in. from the top of the lower slide.
Lesson:8/19

Throughfeed grinding sometimes requires additional adjustments to various machine
components to ensure accurate grinding of a part. For example, when grinding long work of a
single diameter, such as long steel bars, the part sometimes has kinks or bends along its length, as
shown in Figure 1. To straighten the part by eliminating these kinks or bends, you must often
position the work rest blade so that the centerline of the part is below, rather than above, the
centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels.
Positioning the part below center increases the pressure exerted on the part by the grinding and
regulating wheels. This increased pressure holds the part firmly on the blade, which assists in
straightening the part. Straightening the part helps to eliminate whipping, or chattering, which is
often caused by kinks or bends in a part.
Figure 1. Positioning the work rest blade

below center helps to eliminate kinks or bends
in a part.
Lesson:9/19

Lesson:8/19

Throughfeed grinding sometimes requires additional adjustments to various machine
components to ensure accurate grinding of a part. For example, when grinding long work of a
single diameter, such as long steel bars, the part sometimes has kinks or bends along its length, as
shown in Figure 1. To straighten the part by eliminating these kinks or bends, you must often
position the work rest blade so that the centerline of the part is below, rather than above, the
centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels.
Positioning the part below center increases the pressure exerted on the part by the grinding and
regulating wheels. This increased pressure holds the part firmly on the blade, which assists in
straightening the part. Straightening the part helps to eliminate whipping, or chattering, which is
often caused by kinks or bends in a part.
Figure 1. Positioning the work rest blade

below center helps to eliminate kinks or bends
in a part.
Lesson:9/19

During throughfeed grinding, the part must both rotate and move in an axial direction. The
regulating wheel angle of inclination determines workpiece feed rate by providing the thrust that
causes through feed, or axial workpiece movement.
The regulating wheel angle helps provide workpiece axial thrust. This angle forms as the regulating
wheel swivels about a horizontal axis relative to the axis of the grinding wheel spindle. This angle
drives the part past the wheels. Increasing the regulating wheel angle increases workpiece feed
rate, while decreasing the angle decreases workpiece feed rate. For most throughfeed grinding
operations,theregulatingwheelissetata3angle.
Unlike throughfeed grinding, infeed grinding requires very little axial workpiece movement. During
infeed grinding, the angle of inclination holds the workpiece firmly against the end stop. As a
result, the angle of inclination for infeed grinding operation rarely exceeds 0.25 degrees. Figures 1
and 2 compare regulating wheel angles for throughfeed grinding and infeed grinding.
Figure 1. The regulating angle for throughfeed

grindingistypicallysetat3.

Lesson:9/19

During throughfeed grinding, the part must both rotate and move in an axial direction. The
regulating wheel angle of inclination determines workpiece feed rate by providing the thrust that
causes through feed, or axial workpiece movement.
The regulating wheel angle helps provide workpiece axial thrust. This angle forms as the regulating
wheel swivels about a horizontal axis relative to the axis of the grinding wheel spindle. This angle
drives the part past the wheels. Increasing the regulating wheel angle increases workpiece feed
rate, while decreasing the angle decreases workpiece feed rate. For most throughfeed grinding
operations,theregulatingwheelissetata3angle.
Unlike throughfeed grinding, infeed grinding requires very little axial workpiece movement. During
infeed grinding, the angle of inclination holds the workpiece firmly against the end stop. As a
result, the angle of inclination for infeed grinding operation rarely exceeds 0.25 degrees. Figures 1
and 2 compare regulating wheel angles for throughfeed grinding and infeed grinding.
Figure 1. The regulating angle for throughfeed

grindingistypicallysetat3.
Figure 2. The regulating wheel angle for infeed

grindingrarelyexceeds0.25.
Lesson:10/19

To adjust the angle of inclination for both throughfeed and infeed grinding, follow these steps:
1. Loosen the regulating wheel housing clamp bolt.

2. Loosen the regulating wheel housing clamp screw.
3. Adjust the angle of inclination using the regulating wheel housing swivel screw, located at the
rear of the grinding machine.
Followingthesestepsenablesyoutosettheangleofinclinationatanyanglebetween0and8
degrees.

Lesson:10/19

To adjust the angle of inclination for both throughfeed and infeed grinding, follow these steps:
1. Loosen the regulating wheel housing clamp bolt.

2. Loosen the regulating wheel housing clamp screw.
3. Adjust the angle of inclination using the regulating wheel housing swivel screw, located at the
rear of the grinding machine.
Followingthesestepsenablesyoutosettheangleofinclinationatanyanglebetween0and8
degrees.

Increasing workpiece feed rate assists in straightening longer parts of a single diameter. Increasing
the rate at which a part travels past the grinding and regulating wheels helps to eliminate bends in
the part. Figure 1 shows a bend in a longer part. To straighten a longer part by increasing
workpiecefeedrate,settheangleofinclinationbetween5and6degrees.
Figure 1. To straighten a longer part by

increasing workpiece feed rate, set the
regulating wheel angle of inclination between
5and6.
Lesson:11/19

The regulating wheel rotational speed helps determine workpiece rotational speed and feed rate. For
both throughfeed grinding and infeed grinding, the regulating wheel rotational speed typically
ranges from 12 to 100 revolutions per minute (rpm). The average regulating wheel speed is
typically set between 22 and 39 rpm. To adjust the regulating wheel rotational speed, move the
lever located on the gear box.
Throughfeed grinding requires axial workpiece movement. During throughfeed grinding, the
regulating wheel diameter, rotational speed, and angle of inclination interact according to a specific Figure 1. This formula calculates workpiece
formula to determine workpiece feed rate. When d equals regulating wheel diameter, N equals feed rate.
regulating wheel rotational speed, and equals regulating wheel angle of inclination, use the
following formula to calculate workpiece feed rate (Figure 1):
Workpiece feed rate = pi x d x N x sin
For example, if d equals 3, N equals 30, and equals 2, then workpiece feed rate equals 9.8649
ipm, as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2. If d equals 3, N equals 30, and

equals 2, then workpiece feed rate equals
9.8649 ipm.

Lesson:11/19

The regulating wheel rotational speed helps determine workpiece rotational speed and feed rate. For
both throughfeed grinding and infeed grinding, the regulating wheel rotational speed typically
ranges from 12 to 100 revolutions per minute (rpm). The average regulating wheel speed is
typically set between 22 and 39 rpm. To adjust the regulating wheel rotational speed, move the
lever located on the gear box.
Throughfeed grinding requires axial workpiece movement. During throughfeed grinding, the
regulating wheel diameter, rotational speed, and angle of inclination interact according to a specific Figure 1. This formula calculates workpiece
formula to determine workpiece feed rate. When d equals regulating wheel diameter, N equals feed rate.
regulating wheel rotational speed, and equals regulating wheel angle of inclination, use the
following formula to calculate workpiece feed rate (Figure 1):
Workpiece feed rate = pi x d x N x sin
For example, if d equals 3, N equals 30, and equals 2, then workpiece feed rate equals 9.8649
ipm, as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2. If d equals 3, N equals 30, and

equals 2, then workpiece feed rate equals
9.8649 ipm.
Lesson:12/19

Once the work rest blade is positioned at the necessary height prior to throughfeed grinding,
work guides ensure that the workpiece travels in a straight line. Work guides prevent the
workpiece from moving too far toward either the regulating or grinding wheel during the operation.
Work guides are mounted to the work rest and located at the front and rear sides of both the
regulating wheel and grinding wheel.
To ensure that a workpiece maintains a consistent diameter, the work guides must remain
accurately aligned with the work rest blade. Incorrectly setting the work guides may cause a
tapered workpiece, a hollow-shaped workpiece, or a barrel-shaped workpiece.
The placement of the work guides affects workpiece diameter in the following ways:
l When work guides at the entrance side push the workpiece toward the grinding wheel, the
workpiece is tapered at the front end.
l When the work guides at the exit side push the workpiece toward the regulating wheel, the
workpiece is tapered at the back end.
l When the work guides at both the entrance and exit sides push the workpiece toward the Figure 1. Work guides that push the workpiece
too far toward the grinding wheel produce a
regulating wheel, the workpiece tends to be barrel-shaped. hollow -shaped workpiece.
l When the work guides at either or both the entrance and exit sides push the workpiece
toward the grinding wheel, the workpiece is hollow-shaped (Figure 1).
During throughfeed grinding, the regulating wheel face must have the correct shape. That is, the
wheel face must be flat, rather than concave or convex.
Generally, if the regulating wheel has a concave face, the workpiece is barrel-shaped. If the
regulating wheel has a convex face, the workpiece is hollow-shaped. Figure 2 illustrates the
hollowing effect a convex regulating wheel face would have on a workpiece.

Lesson:12/19

Once the work rest blade is positioned at the necessary height prior to throughfeed grinding,
work guides ensure that the workpiece travels in a straight line. Work guides prevent the
workpiece from moving too far toward either the regulating or grinding wheel during the operation.
Work guides are mounted to the work rest and located at the front and rear sides of both the
regulating wheel and grinding wheel.
To ensure that a workpiece maintains a consistent diameter, the work guides must remain
accurately aligned with the work rest blade. Incorrectly setting the work guides may cause a
tapered workpiece, a hollow-shaped workpiece, or a barrel-shaped workpiece.
The placement of the work guides affects workpiece diameter in the following ways:
l When work guides at the entrance side push the workpiece toward the grinding wheel, the
workpiece is tapered at the front end.
l When the work guides at the exit side push the workpiece toward the regulating wheel, the
workpiece is tapered at the back end.
l When the work guides at both the entrance and exit sides push the workpiece toward the Figure 1. Work guides that push the workpiece
regulating wheel, the workpiece tends to be barrel-shaped. hollow -shaped workpiece.
l When the work guides at either or both the entrance and exit sides push the workpiece
toward the grinding wheel, the workpiece is hollow-shaped (Figure 1).
During throughfeed grinding, the regulating wheel face must have the correct shape. That is, the
wheel face must be flat, rather than concave or convex.
Generally, if the regulating wheel has a concave face, the workpiece is barrel-shaped. If the
regulating wheel has a convex face, the workpiece is hollow-shaped. Figure 2 illustrates the
hollowing effect a convex regulating wheel face would have on a workpiece.
Figure 2. A convex regulating wheel face

produces hollow -shaped parts.
Lesson:13/19

The setup of the work guides in relation to the regulating wheel plays a key role in successful
throughfeed grinding operations. The work guides must be accurately aligned with the regulating
wheel face.
Rough grinding operations involve cutting the part with little regard for part surface finish. During
rough grinding, the bearing surface of the work guide by the front, or entrance side, of the
regulating wheel must be set behind the regulating wheel face by an amount approximately equal to
1/2 the amount of stock to be removed in one grinding pass, as illustrated in Figure 1. The work
guide at the rear, or exit side, of the regulating wheel must be squared, or directly aligned with,
the regulating wheel, as illustrated in Figure 2.
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tolerances and smooth surface finish. To ensure
accurate tolerances and proper finish, less workpiece material is removed during each pass.
Generally, between 0.0002 in. and 0.0003 in. (0.0051 mm and 0.0076 mm) of material is removed

Lesson:13/19

The setup of the work guides in relation to the regulating wheel plays a key role in successful
throughfeed grinding operations. The work guides must be accurately aligned with the regulating
wheel face.
Rough grinding operations involve cutting the part with little regard for part surface finish. During
rough grinding, the bearing surface of the work guide by the front, or entrance side, of the
regulating wheel must be set behind the regulating wheel face by an amount approximately equal to
1/2 the amount of stock to be removed in one grinding pass, as illustrated in Figure 1. The work
guide at the rear, or exit side, of the regulating wheel must be squared, or directly aligned with,
the regulating wheel, as illustrated in Figure 2.
Finish grinding operations emphasize tight tolerances and smooth surface finish. To ensure
accurate tolerances and proper finish, less workpiece material is removed during each pass.
Generally, between 0.0002 in. and 0.0003 in. (0.0051 mm and 0.0076 mm) of material is removed
per finish grinding pass.
To prevent grinding of excess workpiece material during finish grinding operations, the work guides
must be set so that the workpiece slides past the regulating and grinding wheels without touching
either the regulating wheel or the work guide. Use a standard feeler gauge to ensure that there is
sufficient clearance for the part to pass through without touching the regulating wheel or work Figure 1. During rough grinding, the bearing
guide. surface of the work guide by the front of the
regulating wheel must be set behind the
regulating wheel face by an amount
approximately equal to 1/2 the amount of stock
to be removed.
Figure 2. During rough grinding, the work

guide at the rear of the regulating wheel must
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During throughfeed grinding, you must set work guides located on the side of the grinding wheel
as well as the regulating wheel. Since the grinding wheel actually grinds the part, work guides on
the grinding wheel side have less of an effect on workpiece diameter and surface finish than do
work guides on the regulating wheel side.

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During throughfeed grinding, you must set work guides located on the side of the grinding wheel
as well as the regulating wheel. Since the grinding wheel actually grinds the part, work guides on
the grinding wheel side have less of an effect on workpiece diameter and surface finish than do
work guides on the regulating wheel side.
Work guides on the grinding wheel side of the machine must be set so that the workpiece has
enough clearance to be sufficiently ground by the grinding wheel during a grinding pass while still
maintaining a consistent diameter. To allow the workpiece sufficient clearance during a pass, the
work guides must be set slightly behind the grinding wheel face. Typically, both the front and rear
work guides on the grinding wheel side are set the same distance behind the grinding wheel face.

The distance the front and rear work guides are set behind the grinding wheel face depends on the
workpiece diameter before grinding. Typically, the work guides on the grinding wheel side are set
between 0.02 in. to 0.03 in. (0.5mm to 0.76mm) behind the grinding wheel face, as illustrated in
Figure 1.
Figure 1. Typically, the work guides on the

grinding wheel side are set between 0.02 in. to
0.03 in. behind the grinding wheel face.
Lesson:15/19

For grinding straight, cylindrical workpieces, a standard truing unit is used to true a grinding
wheel. Figure 1 shows the standard truing unit used to true a grinding wheel. For form grinding, a
profile truing attachment is typically used to true a grinding wheel. Both a standard truing unit
and a profile truing attachment typically uses either a diamond dresser or metallic dresser to true
the face of a grinding wheel. Figure 2 shows a diamond used to true a grinding wheel.
Follow these steps to true a grinding wheel:
1. Pull the lever downward to make the diamond pass over the wheel toward you.
2. Stop the diamond in the middle of its first pass across the wheel.
3. Adjust the dial on the truing device until the diamond just barely touches the wheel. You can
view the diamond through a hole on the wheel guard cover.
4. Turn on the coolant.
For each pass of the diamond over the wheel during truing, do not remove more than 0.001 inch of
wheel material.
The truing tool rate of traverse, or rate at which the diamond or metallic dresser travels across
the wheel, is typically controlled by a hydraulic feeding mechanism. The accurate rate of traverse
depends on both the type of truing tool and desired workpiece finish.
When using a diamond dresser, the rate of traverse for rough grinding is 10 to 20 inches per
minute (ipm), while the rate of traverse for finish grinding is 4 to 7 ipm. When using a metallic
dresser, the rate of traverse for rough grinding is 40 to 60 ipm, while the rate of traverse for finish
grinding is 10 to 20 ipm. Figure 3 summarizes these guidelines.
wheel.

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For grinding straight, cylindrical workpieces, a standard truing unit is used to true a grinding
wheel. Figure 1 shows the standard truing unit used to true a grinding wheel. For form grinding, a
profile truing attachment is typically used to true a grinding wheel. Both a standard truing unit
and a profile truing attachment typically uses either a diamond dresser or metallic dresser to true
the face of a grinding wheel. Figure 2 shows a diamond used to true a grinding wheel.
Follow these steps to true a grinding wheel:
1. Pull the lever downward to make the diamond pass over the wheel toward you.
2. Stop the diamond in the middle of its first pass across the wheel.
3. Adjust the dial on the truing device until the diamond just barely touches the wheel. You can
view the diamond through a hole on the wheel guard cover.
4. Turn on the coolant.
For each pass of the diamond over the wheel during truing, do not remove more than 0.001 inch of
wheel material.
The truing tool rate of traverse, or rate at which the diamond or metallic dresser travels across
the wheel, is typically controlled by a hydraulic feeding mechanism. The accurate rate of traverse
depends on both the type of truing tool and desired workpiece finish.
When using a diamond dresser, the rate of traverse for rough grinding is 10 to 20 inches per
minute (ipm), while the rate of traverse for finish grinding is 4 to 7 ipm. When using a metallic
dresser, the rate of traverse for rough grinding is 40 to 60 ipm, while the rate of traverse for finish
grinding is 10 to 20 ipm. Figure 3 summarizes these guidelines.

wheel.
Figure 2. A diamond used to true a grinding

wheel.
Figure 3. Truing tool rates of traverse for a

grinding wheel.
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Lesson:16/19
Setup for the Regulating Wheel Truing Angle

During a centerless grinding operation, the workpiece must make contact with the entire width of
the regulating wheel face as the workpiece passes between the grinding and regulating wheels. The
regulating wheel truing device creates this complete line of contact by truing the regulating wheel so
that the truing tool follows the same path across the regulating wheel as the workpiece. The truing
angle and centerline of the workpiece in relation to the centerline of the grinding and regulating
wheels are two key factors that create the workpiece complete line of contact with the regulating
wheel.
During truing of the regulating wheel, the truing tool swivels to form an angle that matches the
angle of inclination.Forexample,iftheregulatingwheelisangledsothatitistilted4inthe
clockwisedirection,thetruingtoolmustalsobeangledsothatittilts4intheclockwisedirection.
To create a complete line of contact between the regulating wheel face and workpiece, the truing
device swivels to form an angle that matches the angle of inclination. This truing angle creates a Figure 1. The truing angle creates a slightly
slightly concave regulating wheel surface, as shown in Figure 1. The concave regulating wheel concave regulating wheel surface, which
surface compensates for the regulating wheel angle of inclination, which creates a complete straight compensates for the regulating wheel angle of
line of contact between the face of the regulating wheel and workpiece. inclination.
Lesson:17/19

To create true roundness during centerless grinding, the workpiece is positioned above the
centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels. Due to the above center position of the workpiece,
the truing angle creates a line of contact only on the front portion of the regulating wheel.
To raise the line of contact made during truing so that it matches the line of contact made during
grinding, the truing tool should be offset by an amount approximately equal to the distance of the
part above the centerline of the wheels. Offsetting the diamond dresser in this way shifts the
deepest part of the concave regulating wheel surface to the front of the regulating wheel, so that
the front of the regulating wheel is smaller than the back of the regulating wheel, as illustrated in
Figure 1. With the front of the regulating wheel smaller than the back, the line of contact during
truing moves up to match the line of contact during grinding.
When D equals regulating wheel diameter, d equals workpiece diameter, and H equals height of
workpiece centerline above the centerline of the regulating and grinding wheels, use the following Figure 1. Accurately offsetting the diamond
formula to calculate the diamond offset (Figure 2): dresser shifts the deepest part of the concave
regulating wheel face to the front of the
Diamond offset = D x H / D+d regulating wheel.

For example, if D equals 4, H equals 7, and d equals 3, the diamond offset should be 4 inches, as
shown by the equation in Figure 3.
Figure 2. Formula for calculating the diamond

offset.
Figure 3. If D equals 4, H equals 7, and d

Lesson:17/19

To create true roundness during centerless grinding, the workpiece is positioned above the
centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels. Due to the above center position of the workpiece,
the truing angle creates a line of contact only on the front portion of the regulating wheel.
To raise the line of contact made during truing so that it matches the line of contact made during
grinding, the truing tool should be offset by an amount approximately equal to the distance of the
part above the centerline of the wheels. Offsetting the diamond dresser in this way shifts the
deepest part of the concave regulating wheel surface to the front of the regulating wheel, so that
the front of the regulating wheel is smaller than the back of the regulating wheel, as illustrated in
Figure 1. With the front of the regulating wheel smaller than the back, the line of contact during
truing moves up to match the line of contact during grinding.
When D equals regulating wheel diameter, d equals workpiece diameter, and H equals height of
workpiece centerline above the centerline of the regulating and grinding wheels, use the following Figure 1. Accurately offsetting the diamond
formula to calculate the diamond offset (Figure 2): dresser shifts the deepest part of the concave
regulating wheel face to the front of the
Diamond offset = D x H / D+d regulating wheel.

For example, if D equals 4, H equals 7, and d equals 3, the diamond offset should be 4 inches, as
shown by the equation in Figure 3.

offset.
Figure 3. If D equals 4, H equals 7, and d

equals 3, then the diamond should be offset 4
inches.
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After you have set the truing angle and offset the diamond dresser, you must true the regulating
wheel. Truing the regulating wheel serves three main purposes:
l Controlling workpiece size.

l Controlling workpiece rotational speed.
l Controlling workpiece feed rate.
The function of any truing unit for the regulating wheel is to ensure that the diamond follows the
same path as that of the workpiece. Figure 1 shows an angled truing unit on a regulating wheel.
When grinding straight, cylindrical workpieces, a standard truing unit is used to true a regulating
wheel. Figure 2 shows a standard truing unit used to true a regulating wheel.
For form grinding, a profile truing attachment is typically used to true a regulating wheel. Both
the standard truing unit and profile truing unit typically uses a diamond dresser to true the face of

Lesson:18/19

After you have set the truing angle and offset the diamond dresser, you must true the regulating
wheel. Truing the regulating wheel serves three main purposes:
l Controlling workpiece size.

l Controlling workpiece rotational speed.
l Controlling workpiece feed rate.
The function of any truing unit for the regulating wheel is to ensure that the diamond follows the
same path as that of the workpiece. Figure 1 shows an angled truing unit on a regulating wheel.
When grinding straight, cylindrical workpieces, a standard truing unit is used to true a regulating
wheel. Figure 2 shows a standard truing unit used to true a regulating wheel.
For form grinding, a profile truing attachment is typically used to true a regulating wheel. Both
the standard truing unit and profile truing unit typically uses a diamond dresser to true the face of
a regulating wheel. Metallic dressers are usually not used to true regulating wheels. Figure 1. When the truing tool for the
regulating wheel is properly angled, the
The standard truing unit to true a regulating wheel is manually operated. For each pass of the diamond follows the same path as that of the
workpiece.
diamond over the wheel during truing, do not remove more than 0.001 in. of wheel material.
The truing tool rate of traverse is typically controlled by a hydraulic feeding mechanism. The
accurate rate of traverse depends on both the type of truing tool and desired workpiece finish.
When using a diamond dresser, the rate of traverse for both rough grinding and finish grinding
is 1 to 2 ipm. Figure 3 shows these guidelines.
Figure 2. A standard truing unit for a

regulating wheel.
Figure 3. Truing tool rates of traverse for a

regulating wheel.

Lesson:19/19
Summary
Workpiece roundness is a primary goal of centerless grinding. To ensure workpiece roundness,
monitor the position and angle of the work rest blade, as well as the rotational speed of the
workpiece.
When selecting a work rest blade, consider the blade material, thickness, length, and angle. Both
the part's position above the centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels and the part's
position above the top of the lower slide are key factors that assist in part roundness.
During throughfeed grinding, position the work rest blade so that the centerline of the part is
below the centerline of the regulating and grinding wheels. The regulating wheel angle of inclination
helps provide workpiece axial thrust.
The average regulating wheel speed is typically set between 22 and 39 rpm. During throughfeed
grinding, the regulating wheel diameter, rotational speed, and angle of inclination interact according Figure 1. A part's triangular shape that can
to a specific formula to determine workpiece feed rate. result from grinding too far below the grinding
and regulating wheels' centerline.
To ensure that a workpiece maintains a consistent diameter during the throughfeed grinding
operation, the work guides must remain accurately aligned with the work rest blade. On the
regulating wheel side, the work guides must be accurately aligned with the regulating wheel face.
The work guides on the grinding wheel side of the machine must be set so that the workpiece has
enough clearance to be sufficiently ground by the grinding wheel during a grinding pass while still
maintaining a constant diameter.
Both the standard truing unit and profile truing attachment typically uses either a diamond dresser
or metallic dresser to true the face of a grinding wheel. To true the regulating wheel, you must first
set the truing angle and offset the diamond. The function of any truing unit for the regulating
wheel is to ensure that the diamond follows the same path as that of the workpiece.
Figure 2. Work guides that push the workpiece

hollow -shaped workpiece.

offset.
Class Vocabulary
Term Definition
Angle Of Inclination The angle formed as the regulating wheel swivels to allow the part to pass. The regulating wheel angle of
inclination provides axial thrust that feeds the workpiece past the grinding wheel during operation.
Axial Along or parallel to the axis of the workpiece. During throughfeed grinding the part must move in an axial
direction.
Bearing Surface The circular underside of the bolt head that makes contact with the part. During centerless grinding, the

Class Vocabulary
Term Definition
Angle Of Inclination The angle formed as the regulating wheel swivels to allow the part to pass. The regulating wheel angle of
inclination provides axial thrust that feeds the workpiece past the grinding wheel during operation.
Axial Along or parallel to the axis of the workpiece. During throughfeed grinding the part must move in an axial
direction.
Bearing Surface The circular underside of the bolt head that makes contact with the part. During centerless grinding, the
bearing surface of the work guide on the entrance side of the regulating wheel must be set behind the
regulating wheel face by a specific amount.
Center A hardened, pointed, cylindrical component used to hold one end of a workpiece during center-type
cylindrical grinding. The tip of a center is inserted into a matching hole on the end of a workpiece.
Centerless Grinding A common grinding operation during which a cylindrical part is supported on a work rest blade and guided
between a grinding wheel and a regulating wheel. Centerless grinding is a type of cylindrical grinding.
Chatter Marks Surface imperfections on the workpiece caused by vibrations of the grinding wheel. Positioning the work
rest blade too high above the centerline of the grinding and regulating wheels often results in chatter
marks.
Chattering Also called whipping, the occasional unwanted vibration between components. Chattering is often caused
by kinks or bends in a part.
Chuck A device that holds a workpiece in place as it rotates. The chuck commonly has three or four jaws that can
be adjusted to fit various sizes.
Cylindrical Grinding A common grinding process during which a cylindrical part is held on each end and rotated as a grinding
wheel is guided along its length. Centerless grinding is a type of cylindrical grinding.
Diameter The distance from one edge of a circle to the opposite edge that passes through the center. Accurate
setup of a centerless grinder ensures consistent workpiece diameter.
End Stop Device that halts or prevents workpiece motion once the workpiece is ground to a specified location and
depth. During throughfeed grinding, the regulating wheel angle holds the workpiece firmly against the end
stop.
Face In grinding, the part of the wheel that contacts the workpiece. The truing angle ensures that the
workpiece makes a straight line of contact with the regulating wheel face.
Feed Rate The rate at which the grinding wheel and the workpiece move in relation to one another. The regulating
wheel angle of inclination provides the axial thrust that determines workpiece feed rate.
Feeler Gauge A device sometimes used to determine if there is proper clearance between components on a machine. A
feeler gauge is often used to ensure sufficient clearance between the regulating wheel and work guide for
the workpiece to pass through.
Finish The degree of "smoothness" of a workpiece surface. Accurate setup of a centerless grinder ensures
appropriate workpiece finish.
Finish Grinding An abrasive process that improves the surface of the part. Finish grinding emphasizes tight tolerances
and smooth surface finish.
Form Grinding Type of centerless grinding that uses a specialized edge, or profile, that is added to the face of a wheel.
The "form" or profile is then imparted into the workpiece during grinding.
Grade The strength of the bond in an abrasive wheel. Using a wheel with a softer grade during centerless
grinding helps to prevent chatter marks.
Grinding Wheel A wheel made of a bonded abrasive used to remove material from a workpiece surface. A grinding wheel
rotates and shears away microscopic chips of material and can produce very fine surface finishes.
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Device that typically controls the rate at which the truing tool travels across the grinding wheel.
Infeed Grinding Similar to plunge grinding, a method of centerless grinding in which the workpiece is held stationary while
Grinding Wheel A wheel made of a bonded abrasive used to remove material from a workpiece surface. A grinding wheel
rotates and shears away microscopic chips of material and can produce very fine surface finishes.
Hydraulic Feeding Mechanism Device that typically controls the rate at which the truing tool travels across the grinding wheel.
Infeed Grinding Similar to plunge grinding, a method of centerless grinding in which the workpiece is held stationary while
the grinding wheel is fed into the workpiece at a specified location and depth.
Lobing Deviation from workpiece roundness. Lobing is prevented by proper setup of the centerless grinder.
Lower Slide The device attached to the swivel plate that moves the regulating wheel toward or away from the workrest
blade. The correct positioning of the workpiece above the top of the lower slide assists in part roundness.
Periphery The outer edge of a workpiece. During centerless grinding, any high spot on the periphery of the
workpiece causes workpiece lobing.
Pick-Up Also called scoring, a centerless grinding problem that occurs when excessive pressure from the work rest
blade causes tiny chips to fuse to the blade. Pick-up often occurs when the blade is too hard for the
grinding operation.
Profile Truing Attachment A system used to true a form grinding wheel for centerless grinding. The profile truing attachment is used
to impart a particular shape into the form grinding wheel, which is then used to impart a particular shape
into the workpiece.
Rate Of Traverse Speed at which the truing tool travels across the grinding wheel. The truing tool rate of traverse is
typically controlled by a hydraulic feeding mechanism.
Regulating Wheel A wheel, usually made of plastic or rubber bond, used during centerless grinding to rotate the workpiece
and pull it through the operation. The regulating wheel controls workpiece rotational speed and feed rate.
Rough Grinding Relatively aggressive cutting or grinding done with little regard for surface finish.
Roundness The quality of a cylindrical workpiece characterized by the entire length of the workpiece having the same
diameter relative to a common axis. All points on the exterior surface of a perfectly round cylindrical
workpiece are equidistant from the axis of the workpiece.
Scoring Also called pick-up, a centerless grinding problem that occurs when excessive pressure from the work rest
blade causes tiny chips to fuse to the blade. Scoring often occurs when the blade is too hard for the
grinding operation.
Squared Directly aligned with the surface of another object. The work guide at the rear of the regulating wheel
must be squared with the regulating wheel.
Standard Truing Unit A system used to true a grinding wheel in centerless grinding. This system uses a diamond dresser to
true the face of a grinding wheel for straight cylindrical parts.
Stock Raw workpiece material that is removed during a grinding pass or operation.
Through Feed In grinding, the movement of a workpiece as it travels through an operation.
Throughfeed Grinding A method of centerless grinding in which the regulating wheel and work guides feed the workpiece past
the grinding wheel in a straight line. Throughfeed grinding is used primarily to grind straight cylindrical
workpieces with no obstructive features.
Tolerance An unwanted but acceptable variation from a specified dimension. Accurate setup of a centerless grinder
ensures accurate workpiece tolerance.
Truing Angle The angle formed by the truing device that matches the regulating wheel angle of inclination. The truing
angle creates a slightly convex regulating wheel face, which enables a complete line of contact between the
regulating wheel and workpiece during centerless grinding.
Whipping Also called chattering, the occasional unwanted vibration between components. Whipping is often caused
by kinks or bends in a part.
Work Guide A device used in centerless grinding that prevents the workpiece from moving too far toward either the
regulating wheel or grinding wheel. Work guides help maintain consistent workpiece diameter during
throughfeed grinding.
Work Rest A part of a centerless grinding machine that supports the workpiece as it is ground. Work guides are
mounted to the work rest.
Work Rest Blade A device, usually with an angled edge, that supports cylindrical parts during centerless grinding. The
above-center positioning of the work rest blade produces concentricity of the workpiece.
Work
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Work Rest Blade A device, usually with an angled edge, that supports cylindrical parts during centerless grinding. The
above-center positioning of the work rest blade produces concentricity of the workpiece.
Work Speed The rotational speed of the workpiece. The regulating wheel rotational speed determines work speed.

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l Describe workpiece rounding.

l Describe rest blade selection.

l Calculate work rest blade height above center.

l Calculate workpiece positioning above the lower slide.

l Describe the work rest blade height during throughfeed grinding.

l Describe the regulating wheel angle of inclination.

l Describe how work guides affect workpiece diameter.

l List the steps for truing a grinding wheel.

l Describe the truing angle for the regulating wheel.

l Describe devices used to true the regulating wheel.

Figure 1. A standard truing unit for a grinding

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l Describe workpiece rounding.

l Describe rest blade selection.

l Calculate work rest blade height above center.

l Calculate workpiece positioning above the lower slide.

l Describe the work rest blade height during throughfeed grinding.

l Describe the regulating wheel angle of inclination.

l Describe how work guides affect workpiece diameter.

l List the steps for truing a grinding wheel.

l Describe the truing angle for the regulating wheel.

l Describe devices used to true the regulating wheel.

Figure 1. A standard truing unit for a grinding

Figure 2. During rough grinding, the work

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Figure 3. A work rest blade made of tungsten

Setting Up a Centerless Grinder

Setting Up a Centerless Grinder

Figure 1. Correctly angling the top surface of

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Figure 1. Correctly angling the top surface of

Workpiece Rounding Effect

Figure 2. Under this configuration, any high

Workpiece Rounding Effect

Figure 2. Under this configuration, any high

Selection of Work Rest Blade

When selecting a work rest blade, consider the following factors:

Selection of Work Rest Blade

When selecting a work rest blade, consider the following factors:

Setting the Work Rest Blade: Height Above Center

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Setting the Work Rest Blade: Height Above Center

Setting the Work Rest Blade: Height Above Lower Slide

Throughfeed Grinding and Work Rest Blade Height

Setting the Work Rest Blade: Height Above Lower Slide

Throughfeed Grinding and Work Rest Blade Height

Figure 1. Positioning the work rest blade

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Throughfeed Grinding and Work Rest Blade Height

Figure 1. Positioning the work rest blade

Regulating Wheel Angle of Inclination

Figure 1. The regulating angle for throughfeed

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Regulating Wheel Angle of Inclination

Figure 1. The regulating angle for throughfeed

Figure 2. The regulating wheel angle for infeed

Setting the Angle of Inclination

1. Loosen the regulating wheel housing clamp bolt.

Setting the Angle of Inclination

1. Loosen the regulating wheel housing clamp bolt.

Figure 1. To straighten a longer part by