What Is a Camshaft Grinding Wheel?
A camshaft grinding wheel is a specialized grinding wheel designed for precision grinding of camshaft profiles, including cam lobes and journals. Because of the complex geometry of camshafts, the grinding wheel needs good form retention and stable abrasive performance.
Camshaft grinding wheels are widely used for automotive engines, diesel engines, marine engines, and heavy-duty machinery. They are suitable for both engine reconditioning and camshaft manufacturing applications.
Specifications
| Item | Specification |
| Common Size | Ø700 × 18 × 203.2 mm |
| Ø800 × 20 × 304.8 mm | |
| Ø900 × 20 × 304.8 mm | |
| Ø915 × 25 × 304.8 mm | |
| Ø1100 × 25 × 304.8 mm | |
| Ø1250 × 50 × 304.8 mm | |
| Abrasive | Brown Aluminum Oxide (A), White Aluminum Oxide (WA), Pink Aluminum Oxide (PA) and custom options |
| Grit | 36#, 46#, 60#, 80# |
| Hardness | Medium to Hard |
| Structure | Open to Close |
| Bond | Vitrified bond / Resin bond |
| Customization | Custom sizes and specifications available |
We also supply grinding wheels for repair workshops with custom sizes and specifications.
Applications
• Automotive camshaft grinding
• Diesel engine camshaft repair
• Engine remanufacturing
• CNC camshaft grinding machines
• Performance engine workshops
For repair workshops, a vitrified bond grinding wheel provides stable grinding performance, good form retention, and consistent surface finish.
Key Features of Our Camshaft Grinding Wheels
- High profile accuracy for cam lobes
- Excellent form retention
- Stable cutting action
- Controlled heat generation
- Long service life
Packing & Delivery
We securely pack our camshaft grinding wheels on wooden pallets or in suitable export packaging to protect them during transportation. We also provide custom labels and private branding for bulk orders.
FAQ – Camshaft Grinding Wheel
1. What type of grinding wheel is used for camshaft grinding?
Vitrified bonded grinding wheels are commonly used for camshaft grinding. They provide good form retention, stable cutting performance, and consistent surface finish for precision grinding.
2. Which abrasive is suitable for camshaft grinding?
The abrasive should be selected according to the camshaft material.
- Brown Aluminum Oxide (A): suitable for general grinding of steel and alloy steel
- White Aluminum Oxide (WA): suitable for precision grinding and hardened steel
- Green Silicon Carbide (GC): suitable for cast iron applications
The correct abrasive helps improve grinding performance and wheel life.
3. What grit size should you select for camshaft grinding?
- 36–46 grit: rough grinding and higher stock removal
- 60 grit: semi-finish grinding
- 80 grit and finer: finish grinding and finer surface requirements
The final grit selection depends on the camshaft material, hardness, and required surface finish.
4. What sizes are available for camshaft grinding wheels?
We supply camshaft grinding wheels in different diameters, thicknesses, and bore sizes. Common sizes include Ø700, Ø800, Ø900, Ø915, Ø1100, and Ø1250 mm.
Custom dimensions are available according to the grinding machine and application.
5. What causes grinding burn or profile errors during camshaft grinding?
Grinding burn or profile errors can result from an unsuitable wheel specification, excessive grinding pressure, insufficient coolant, or improper dressing.
Selecting the correct abrasive, grit, hardness, bond, and dressing method can help achieve stable grinding performance and accurate camshaft profiles.
