FLEX HONE GBD 8" 240SC - Brush Research

The Brush Research FLEX HONE GBD 8" 240SC (Model: BSGBD80024) is a heavy-duty, professional-grade flexible honing tool engineered to deliver superior surface finishing and deburring for a wide range of industrial and automotive applications. This 8-inch diameter tool, featuring durable Silicon Carbide abrasive with a 240 grit size, is designed to enhance the performance and longevity of critical components by optimizing bore surfaces. Its self-centering and self-aligning design simplifies operation, making it suitable for both inline machine tool applications and secondary operations.

Key Features

• Advanced Surface Finishing: The Flex-Hone reduces Ra, Rk, and Rpk values while maintaining essential Rvk and Vo volume for optimal oil retention, ensuring rings and seals seat effectively without premature wear. It also prepares surfaces for precise sizing tools and improves bonding integrity in adhesive applications.
• Efficient Deburring of Cross-Drilled Holes: This tool excels at removing burrs from cross-drilled holes, creating clean, radiused intersections. Its unique construction allows for efficient deburring without elaborate, rigid setups. For best results, rotating and stroking the tool in both clockwise and counter-clockwise directions is recommended to achieve a symmetrical deburring pattern.
• Optimized Plateau Finishing: Designed to eliminate peaks left by previous machining processes, the Flex-Hone creates a plateau finish that supports improved lubrication control and retention. This reduces seepage in hydraulic and pneumatic systems and extends seal life.
• Heavy-Duty Silicon Carbide Abrasive: Constructed with a heavy-duty design and 240-grit Silicon Carbide abrasive, the tool offers robust cutting action and durability for demanding professional use.
• Self-Centering and Self-Aligning: The inherent flexibility and design of the Flex-Hone mean it automatically centers and aligns itself within the bore, significantly reducing setup time and effort.

Applications

The Brush Research FLEX HONE GBD 8" 240SC is widely utilized across various sectors for surface finishing and deburring. Common applications include:

• Automotive: Engine cylinders, block liners, and brake cylinders.
• Industrial: Hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, oil and gas pipes, fluid power components, and aluminum extrusions.
• Specialized Industries: Military, aerospace, marine engines, firearms, and earth-moving equipment.

Specifications

• Type: Heavy Duty
• Capacity (Bore): 8 to 7-1/2 Inch
• Size: 8 Inch Diameter x 17-1/2 Inch Length
• Applicable Standard: ISO 9001
• Abrasive Type: Silicon Carbide
• Grit Size: 240
• End Marking Color: Navy Blue