MITGI Deburring Tools

When it comes to deburring options, there are a few things to consider:

• If a burr is light, deburring by hand using a standard deburring knife is a low-cost option and a good place to start. They can be held by hand or in a holder, whichever is more comfortable for the team using it.
• Some companies opt for a custom deburring knife, usually due to the depth at which the deburring tool needs to reach. The tool design itself is simple, but a different overall length may be needed to complete the task. 
• If the burr is heavier, then deburring by machine with a custom tool may be the best solution. In some cases, by adding a slight chamfer to a tool that is later in the cycle, the burr can be removed before the part ever leaves the machine. In other cases, it may be preferable to change the geometry of a tool where the burr occurs, thus avoiding the burr altogether.
• Not sure? Just ask. Send us your tool specs, info on the project, and any goals you’re trying to achieve. If a standard tool exists, we’ll let you know. If we see any opportunities for improved performance by moving to a custom, we’ll give you the option to consider. 

In most cases, avoiding a secondary operation like deburring means that you’re also avoiding additional costs. If it’s possible to make a slight geometry change to the tools currently in the toolset so that the burr is alleviated before it leaves the machine, you may solve your problem without adding the tool and labor costs of a secondary op.

This answer is situational. Deburring by hand is a good option when the burrs are light, infrequent, or when the number of parts is low. Removing burrs while they are in the machine may be best when the burrs are heavy, when the parts are very delicate, or for high-volume products. 

Both options are good – it may come down to personal preference. Carbide may be able to retain its sharpness longer than HSS. But, carbide is more brittle than HSS, so depending on the application, HSS may be more forgiving. For some, price drives the decision, which makes HSS a less expensive and thereby a more attractive option. 

If your deburring tool is working well, but you’d like it to last longer, coating may be worth considering. Standard deburring tools are very low priced, and the cost to add coating may not be worth the amount of tool life it could add. However, for custom tools that may be larger in size, the coating could help add additional life. Learn more about our in-house coating options.

S04: 7° DEBURRING KNIVES, HSS
S04: 7° DEBURRING KNIVES, CARBIDE
S04: 10° DEBURRING KNIVES, HSS
S04: 10° DEBURRING KNIVES, CARBIDE