automatic polishing machine

Automatic Polishing Machine Operation Guide and Tips
I. Equipment Composition and Functions

Core Components:

Base: Provides stable support

Polishing Head: Core processing component (adjustable pressure/speed)

Workbench: Equipped with multi-functional clamps (supports fixing irregularly shaped parts)

Intelligent Control System: Integrated PLC + touchscreen operation interface

Advanced Configuration:

Automatic thickness measurement system (optional)

Dust extraction and environmental protection device

Visual positioning system (high-precision processing)

II. 5 Key Tips for Optimizing Polishing Processes

Three-Stage Polishing Method:

Stage    Abrasive Grit Size    RPM    Objective
Coarse Polishing    80-150#    1200-1500    Remove machining marks
Medium Polishing    240-400#    800-1200    Transition to smoothness
Fine Polishing    600-1000#    400-800    Achieve mirror-like finish

Pressure Control Guidelines:

Metal Materials: 0.2-0.5 MPa

Plastic/Acrylic: 0.1-0.3 MPa

Ceramic: 0.3-0.6 MPa

Temperature Management:

Equipped with an infrared thermometer (recommended to control below 60°C)

Use coolant (water-based/oil-based option)

Path Optimization:

Adopt a “spiral involute” polishing trajectory

Maintain an overlap rate of 30%-40%

Consumable Selection Guide:

Stainless Steel: Diamond grinding paste + non-woven cloth wheel

Aluminum alloy: Aluminum oxide abrasive + wool wheel

Glass: Cerium oxide polishing liquid + polyurethane pad

III. Intelligent operation process

Preparation stage:

Conduct equipment inspection (lubrication/fasteners/circuitry)

Workpiece 3D scanning modeling (optional)

Safety monitoring:

Install emergency stop device (safety distance ≤1m)

Equip with a light curtain protection system

4. Common Problem Solutions

Surface Waves:

Check spindle runout (should be <0.01mm)

Adjust polishing wheel dynamic balance

Edge Over-Polishing:

Enable edge compensation function

Reduce pressure in the boundary area by 20%

Efficiency Improvement:

Adopt a multi-station design

Achieve automated loading/unloading (cycle optimization)

5. Maintenance and Inspection Plan

Daily Maintenance:

Clean polishing residues (after each operation)

Check the sealing of air and oil lines

This guide applies to precision polishing of most metal and non-metal materials. Special materials require separate process solutions. For professional technical support, please contact the equipment manufacturer for customized solutions.