Vibratory finishing is faster and more economical than hand finishing for the following reasons:
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Consistent results: Vibratory finishing machines can provide consistent results on multiple parts at once, whereas hand finishing is dependent on the individual skills of the labourer, which can vary in consistency.
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Faster speed: Vibratory finishing machines can polish, deburr, or smooth multiple parts simultaneously, saving a significant amount of time compared to hand finishing one at a time.
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Cost-effective: Vibratory finishing machines require less labour compared to hand finishing, which can result in cost savings to the manufacturer.
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Lower risk of repetitive motion injuries: Vibratory finishing can reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries that can occur with hand finishing.
In terms of abrasive media and chemical compounds, different types of media and chemicals have different impacts on materials. Some of the reasons for this include:
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Abrasive material hardness: Harder abrasive media will remove more material quickly, but it may also leave scratches or other marks on the part.
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Chemical reactivity: Different chemicals react differently with different materials. This can impact the efficiency of the process and the quality of the finish.
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Mixture consistency: Abrasive media and chemicals must be mixed in the correct proportions to be effective. Too little or too much of a particular ingredient can impact the quality of the finish.
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Part material composition: The type of material that the part is made from can impact the effectiveness and efficiency of abrasive media and chemicals.
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Surface finish requirements: Different surface finishes require different abrasive media and chemicals to achieve the desired results.
