Flex Hone - 2-7/8 In - Brush Research

The Brush Research Flex Hone - 2-7/8 In (model BC2-7/8) is a professional-grade precision honing tool engineered for critical bore finishing in demanding automotive and industrial applications. This robust tool ensures superior surface integrity, making it an essential component for maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations that require a 2-7/8 inch nominal bore diameter. Honing is crucial for creating the desired surface finish and roundness in bores, which is necessary for proper ring sealing and oil retention, and can correct minor surface imperfections.

Key Features

• Self-Centering and Self-Aligning Design: The flexible construction automatically centers within the bore, promoting uniform material removal and a consistent finish without requiring complex setup procedures. This contributes to achieving tighter tolerances on critical components.
• Consistent Plateau Finish: Utilizes distinctive abrasive globules on flexible nylon filaments to create an optimal plateau finish. This effectively removes cut, torn, and folded material from cylinder walls while maintaining valleys for enhanced oil retention and reduced friction.
• Enhanced Component Durability: By promoting superior wear characteristics, this tool helps extend the lifespan of critical components in various systems, protecting parts against wear.
• Optimized Lubrication and Sealing: The refined surface finish significantly improves lubrication and oil retention, crucial for dynamic applications, and enhances sealing capabilities for piston rings and other vital seals in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Efficient Break-In: Contributes to a more efficient and reliable break-in period for new or rebuilt components, ensuring optimal performance from initial operation. Correctly honed cylinders can also improve engine performance and fuel/oil consumption.

Applications

The Flex Hone - 2-7/8 In is widely utilized across various industries for precise bore finishing. It is highly effective for honing engine cylinders, hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, and brake cylinders in automotive applications. This tool also excels in finishing valve guides and a range of other cylindrical components where a controlled, high-quality surface finish is critical for performance and longevity in manufacturing and industrial settings. Honing is essential in the automotive industry for processing engine blocks and hydraulic parts.

Specifications

• Model Number: BC2-7/8
• Nominal Bore Diameter: 2-7/8 inches
• Weight: 1 lb
• Dimensions: 8 x 1 x 1 inches