In high-precision tooling, the difference between an exceptional cutting edge and an average one can come down to microns. For round shank tools, maintaining a uniform profile along the entire cutting edge isn’t just desirable – it’s essential for consistent chip formation, tool life, and machining quality.
This is where Vapormatt’s patented wet-blasting technology sets itself apart.
By combining fine abrasive media with water to create a controlled slurry, wet blasting delivers a gentle yet highly consistent action along the cutting edge. Every micron of the profile can be honed to the exact K-factor required – whether that’s a waterfall, reverse waterfall, or trumpet form.
Patented wet blast slurry flow control ensures that every pass is identical, eliminating the variability that can creep in with dry blasting or other brands of wet blasting technology. Robotic handling and precision nozzles track the contours of each tool, ensuring that edge radius variation can be kept within just ±5 µm.
The process also integrates cleaning, degreasing, honing, peening, rinsing, and drying into a single, automated sequence – removing human error and preserving the exact edge quality specified.
The result? A consistently honed cutting edge along the entire tool, optimised for performance and repeatability in demanding machining environments.
