Cutting tool edge-prep, or honing, involves radiusing the tool edge to reduce its sharpness. Drag finishing technology has proven to be one of the most cost-effective and time-efficient methods of accomplishing edge-prep. Results have shown that drag finishing of tools can extend their life by as much as 300%, while delivering short process times.
In this process, multiple tools are fixtured into the tool holders to ensure proper introduction into the process media. The operator sets the machine parameters, such as direction of rotation, speed, and process time before starting the cycle. At the end of the cycle, parts are removed from the fixtures, and the next batch.