Blanchard Grinding for Large & Small Metal Parts
Also known as rotary surface grinding, Blanchard grinding is used to remove excess material from large surface areas. With its ability to deliver high removal rates, this technique is a preferred choice for customers seeking quick results. Our skilled team can also effectively grind smaller parts by grouping them together and processing multiple workpieces at once, allowing for increased part consistency and faster throughput on high quantity projects.
At Petersen Precision, our Blanchard grinding expertise enables us to maintain tolerances of ±0.001” and surface finishes up to 64 RMS, depending on the size of the material being ground. To ensure optimal quality and efficiency for even the highest production runs, all fixtures and tooling used in our surface grinding processes are designed and fabricated in-house.
Contact us for more information regarding our Blanchard grinding capabilities or call us at (650) 365-4373, and we will gladly discuss your project’s requirements. Petersen Precision is your trusted source for reliable, high quality grinding services.
What are the Advantages of Blanchard Grinding?
The speed, consistency, and versatility of Blanchard grinding make it a highly effective way to remove high amounts of material from different sized workpieces. The repetitive motion of Blanchard grinding creates a unique swirling pattern on part surfaces. Because of this, Blanchard grinding is sometimes used to provide a decorative finish for aesthetic purposes.
Additional benefits Blanchard grinding can provide to your project include:
- Efficiency
- Uniform surface finish
- Fast throughput
- Versatility
- Cost-effectiveness
- Large & small part capabilities
CNC Blanchard Grinding for Parts of All Shapes, Sizes, & Materials
Blanchard grinding is used to achieve a flat and uniform finish on large, medium, and small parts made from difficult-to-machine materials. We work with a variety of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including:
- Aluminum
- Stainless steel
- Bronze
- High strength steels
- Tool steels
- Titanium
- Copper
- and more
Differences Between Blanchard Grinding & Precision Surface Grinding
Both processes are used to achieve accuracy when grinding flat surfaces, but they differ in terms of their tolerance capabilities. While blanchard grinding is the most efficient method for removing large amounts of material in rough finishing applications, precision surface grinding is typically used to achieve precise dimensions and a high level of surface finish. Where Blanchard grinding is usually performed on larger pieces of metal, precision grinding is often used for smaller, more intricate parts. Both precision grinding and Blanchard grinding can be used to create high quality metal parts for a variety of industries, including aerospace, medical, automotive, and more.
The Blanchard Grinding Experts
At Petersen Precision, we have an array of advanced grinding media at our disposal, along with horizontal spindle grinding machines and CNC downfeed control, to deliver optimal results per your specifications. Our skilled team can help you determine which options are best suited for your material and surface finish requirements, and can adjust our technology to meet the unique needs of your project.
We offer a range of metal precision grinding services, including centerless and outer diameter (OD), creep feed form, and precision surface grinding. If you’re unsure which grinding process is right for your project, simply request a free quote, and our team of Design for Manufacturing experts will assist you in making the best decision.
Contact Petersen Precision Today for Blanchard Grinding Services
Petersen Precision are experts at Blanchard grinding and other precision grinding processes. Petersen Precision has a finishing solution for high-quality parts that are ready to use or install upon delivery for your project. Contact us today to learn more about our value-added services for your specialized application or request a free quote to begin working with our team of experts.