HD Flex-Hone Tool - 9 In (228mm) 180 Medium Grit - Brush Research

The Brush Research HD Flex-Hone Tool (GBD90018) is engineered for precision surface finishing in demanding automotive and industrial applications. This heavy-duty 9-inch (228mm) diameter tool, featuring a 180 medium grit abrasive, consistently delivers an optimal plateau finish crucial for enhancing component performance and longevity. It provides efficient material removal and surface refinement, making it an indispensable tool for professional technicians and mechanics requiring consistent, high-quality results.

Key Features

• Heavy-Duty Construction: Built for durability and sustained performance in rigorous industrial and automotive repair environments.
• Self-Centering and Self-Aligning Design: Automatically centers within the bore and aligns with the cylinder axis, ensuring uniform pressure and a consistent finish without requiring specialized fixturing.
• Plateau Finishing Capability: Creates a controlled, oil-retaining plateau finish essential for superior lubrication, reduced friction, and enhanced sealing efficiency.
• Flexible Abrasive Balls: Independently suspended abrasive globules conform precisely to bore contours, effectively removing microscopic peaks and generating a consistent cross-hatch pattern.
• Consistent Grit Application: Ensures uniform abrasive action throughout the entire bore, promoting even material removal and a refined surface texture for optimal component function.

Applications

The HD Flex-Hone Tool is widely utilized for critical surface conditioning tasks across various industries. It is commonly applied for finishing cylinder bores in internal combustion engines during rebuilding or repair processes, optimizing piston ring seating and enhancing oil retention. This tool effectively deburrs cross-drilled holes, improving the performance and extending the operational life of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders. Additionally, it prepares surfaces for superior sealing, ensuring optimal gasket and O-ring performance, and is instrumental in industrial maintenance for components requiring a precise surface finish.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Brush Research
• Model Number: GBD90018
• Diameter: 9 inches (228mm)
• Grit: 180 Medium