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What are the differences between electroplated and brazed tools?

April 26, 2017brazed differences electroplated tools

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What are the differences between electroplated and brazed tools?

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Electroplated tools offer a mechanical bond holding the diamond or Cubic Boron Nitride (CBN) to the substrate. This works roughly the same as an iceberg; two thirds of the particle is buried below the bond and one third of the particle is exposed. Electroplated tools tend to hold tighter tolerances, and can provide better finishes. Brazed tools offer a chemical bond holding the diamond or CBN to the substrate. This bond takes place at the base of the particle and allows for maximum particle exposure. Brazed tools offer aggressive removal rates, are free cutting, and longer lasting. Braze alloys have multiple features, they can be more abrasion resistant, more impact resistant, and offer a stronger bond than the same electroplated tools. Both tools can be stripped and recoated. [back to top] 5. Can you braze CBN? Yes you can. Bruce Diamond offers DAC and General Electric CBN material.