Bonded Abrasives Precise cutting and grinding discs for many materials 1
sia Abrasives Your key to a perfect surface Many materials hide a secret. They keep their real beauty hidden. Only a professional finish can reveal what is inside. sia Abrasives has devoted itself to achieving perfectly finished surfaces for more than 135 years. Finished by sia Abrasives the final touch makes all the difference to a wide variety of materials: wood acquires its expressive colour, astounding grain or striking colour contrasts, leather captivates with its subtle nuances, contact lenses ensure the very best acuity of vision, metal glows at the peak of its perfection, marble develops its variety of effects, both robust and intricate, and plastics or the most sophisticated of coatings become the embodiment of functionality and aesthetic appeal. With our tried and tested surface solutions using top-quality sia products, we would be pleased to help with your specific applications. www.sia-abrasives.com
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sia Abrasives Company sia Abrasives, with its headquarters in Frauenfeld, Switzerland, is one of the world s leading suppliers of innovative abrasives. The company develops, manufactures and markets complete abrasive systems, tailored to specific requirements and applications, for the surface treatment of every type of workpiece.these products turn sanding and grinding into surface technology. sia Abrasives employs about 1310 people worldwide and is represented through local partners in more than 80 countries. Top-quality products from Switzerland Our careful choice of premium materials, the latest production and manufacturing equipment, and sophisticated production technologies enable us to provide abrasive products at the highest level. Abrasive materials from sia undergo continuous development based on demanding customer requirements and our detailed analysis of production materials. They thus represent the finest examples of Swiss precision and quality with one goal: a commitment to the perfect surface. Over 135 years 4
Innovative abrasives Bonded abrasives Precision cutting discs for optimum cutting performance and efficient grinding discs for a wide variety of metalworking applications. Coated abrasives Classic coated abrasives and abrasive systems for advanced surface treatment of all types of material. Nonwoven abrasives Nonwoven products for preparation and cleaning tasks and for structuring, especially on metal. Foam abrasives Foam sanding pads in the widest possible range of shapes and grades for precision sanding on wood, fillers, paintwork and varnish. of abrasives expertise 5
Product information D I C F B A G G F H E I Disc information A Product description 1. Letter Grit: A = Aluminium Oxide C = Silicon Carbide ZA = Zirconia Alumina / Aluminium Oxide 2. Number Grit size according to standard: FEPA 42-1:2006 16 24 = Coarse 30 60 = Medium 80 100 = Fine B C D Dimensions Diameter x thickness x hole size in millimetres and inches Colour coding by material Part number You will find all articles on page 10 onwards 3. Letter Hardness: K P = Soft Q S = Medium T X = Hard E Identification for free of iron, sulphur and chlorine (< 0.1%) 4. Letter Bonding: B = Synthetic resin F = Glass fibre reinforcement 5. Disc shape 41 = Straight cutting disc 42 = Cutting disc with depressed centre 27 = Grinding disc with depressed centre 29 = Semi-flexible grinding disc 6
Product information Disc use F Maximum speeds The maximum permitted working speeds according to EN 12413 in m/s and rpm: H Safety recommendations Read the instructions Diameter: Speed: 80 m/s 76 mm / 3" 20 100 rpm 100 mm / 4" 15 300 rpm 115 mm / 4.5" 13 300 rpm 125 mm / 5" 12 250 rpm 150 mm / 6" 10 200 rpm 180 mm / 7" 8 500 rpm 230 mm / 9" 6 650 rpm 300 mm / 12" 5 100 rpm 350 mm / 14" 4 400 rpm 400 mm / 16" 3 850 rpm Wear hearing protection Wear eye protection Wear a respirator Wear gloves 100 m/s 76 mm / 3" 25 100 rpm 100 mm / 4" 19 100 rpm 115 mm / 4.5" 16 650 rpm 125 mm / 5" 15 300 rpm 150 mm / 6" 12 700 rpm 180 mm / 7" 10 650 rpm 230 mm / 9" 8 350 rpm 300 mm / 12" 6 400 rpm 350 mm / 14" 5 500 rpm 400 mm / 16" 4 800 rpm Disc testing Wear safety apron Not permitted for face grinding Do not use if damaged G Use-by date To be used by production date + 3 years 1. Letter V Use-by date 2. Number 01 = 1st quarter 04 = 2nd quarter 07 = 3rd quarter 10 = 4th quarter 3. Number Year of production I Identification of applicable standards EN 12413 European standard Information about EN safety test in our test centre can be found on page 14 onwards ANSI B7.1:2000 osa American National Standards Institute Organisation for the Safety of Abrasives 7
Series information Series overview Material siacut Quality siagrind Quality Metal / steel 8912 blue line 8913 yellow line INOX and metal / steel 8932 8933 blue line yellow line 8932 8933 blue line yellow line Cast iron 8943 yellow line Aluminium 8953 yellow line Stone 8962 blue line Serial number 1. Number Product line 8 = Bonded Abrasives 2. Number Grit type 9 = Aluminium Oxide 3. Number Material 1 = Metal / steel 2 = INOX 3 = INOX and metal / steel 4 = Cast iron 5 = Aluminium 6 = Stone 4. Number Quality grade 2 = blue line Professional quality 3 = yellow line Industrial quality 8
Series information siacut Precise cutting discs with the best cutting performance The siacut cutting discs excel due to their long lifetime and precise cutting properties. Their made-to-measure composition (grit, bonding, structure and shape) in combination with their production in modern manufacturing plants are the cornerstones of our comprehensive selection of products for all application ranges. Disc thickness Advantages Applications 1.0 to 2.0 mm Highest cutting speed Comfortable to use with little contact pressure Little burr formation Cool cut, little heat discolouration Long lifetime Pipe, profile and sheet metal, thin-walled Bar Solid material Flat iron 2.5 to 3.2 mm Longest lifetime Highest stability High cutting speed Solid material Flat iron Pipe Profile Sheet metal Bar siagrind Efficient grinding discs for different metal applications The siagrind grinding discs excel due to their very high removal rate, long lifetime and comfortable handling. Disc thickness Advantages Applications 4.0 to 7.0 mm High removal rate Long lifetime Comfortable to use For universal use in metal and INOX Deburring Welded seam preparation Welded seam treatment Fillet weld treatment Surface grinding Edge grinding 9
sia Abrasives products siacut Precise cutting discs with the best cutting performance Metal / steel 8912 siacut Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing unit mm inch mm inch mm inch Quality: blue line Type: Medium Shape: Straight Application: Cut-off grinder 350 14 2.6 3/32 25.40 1 A 36 S-BF41 0020.5528 25 400 16 3.2 1/8 25.40 1 A 36 S-BF41.5529 25 INOX and metal / steel 8932 siacut Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing mm inch mm inch mm inch unit Quality: blue line 76 3 1.0 3/64 10.00 3/8 A 46 S-BF41 0020.4825 100 Type: Medium Shape: Straight 100 4 1.0 3/64 16.00 5/8 A 60 S-BF41.6532 25 Application: 90 angle grinder 115 4 1/2 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 S-BF41.4697 25 2.5 3/32 A 24/30 S-BF41.4698 25 125 5 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 S-BF41.4699 25 1.6 1/16 A 46 T-BF41.4702 25 2.5 3/32 A 24/30 S-BF41.4733 25 150 6 1.6 1/16 22.23 7/8 A 46 T-BF41.5908 25 180 7 1.6 1/16 22.23 7/8 A 46 T-BF41.5882 25 230 9 1.8 1/16 22.23 7/8 A 46 T-BF41.4734 25 10
sia Abrasives products INOX and metal / steel 8933 siacut Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing unit mm inch mm inch mm inch Quality: yellow line Type: Hard Shape: Straight Application: 90 angle grinder 100 4 1.0 3/64 16.00 5/8 A 60 X-BF41 0020.5527 25 115 4 1/2 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 X-BF41.4735 25 1.6 1/16 A 46 X-BF41.4736 25 2.5 3/32 A 30 U-BF41.4737 25 125 5 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 X-BF41.4700 25 1.6 1/16 A 46 X-BF41.4701 25 2.5 3/32 A 30 U-BF41.4703 25 3.2 1/8 A 30 U-BF41.4751 25 150 6 1.6 1/16 22.23 7/8 A 46 X-BF41.5909 25 2.0 5/64 A 36 U-BF41.5910 25 230 9 2.0 5/64 22.23 7/8 A 36 U-BF41.4704 25 2.5 3/32 A 30 U-BF41.6320 25 3.0 1/8 A 30 U-BF41.4705 25 Quality: yellow line Type: Hard Shape: Depressed centre Application: 90 angle grinder 115 4 1/2 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 X-BF42 0020.6554 25 2.5 3/32 A 30 U-BF42.4826 25 125 5 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 X-BF42.6555 25 2.5 3/32 A 30 U-BF42.4827 25 180 7 1.6 1/16 22.23 7/8 A 46 X-BF42.6556 25 230 9 3.0 1/8 22.23 7/8 A 30 U-BF42.4828 25 11
sia Abrasives products siacut Precise cutting discs with the best cutting performance Cast iron 8943 siacut Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing unit mm inch mm inch mm inch Quality: yellow line Type: Hard Shape: Straight Application: 90 angle grinder 115 4 1/2 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 X-BF41 0020.5856 25 1.6 1/16 A 46 X-BF41.5858 25 125 5 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 X-BF41.5857 25 1.6 1/16 A 46 X-BF41.5860 25 Aluminium 8953 siacut Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing mm inch mm inch mm inch unit Quality: yellow line Type: Soft Shape: Straight Application: 90 angle grinder 125 5 1.0 3/64 22.23 7/8 A 60 N-BF41 0020.5983 25 Stone 8962 siacut Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing mm inch mm inch mm inch unit Quality: blue line 115 4 /12 2.5 3/32 22.23 7/8 C 30 S-BF41 0020.6016 25 Type: Medium Shape: Straight Application: 90 angle grinder 230 9 3.0 1/8 22.23 7/8 C 30 S-BF41.6017 25 12
sia Abrasives products siagrind Efficient grinding discs for different metal applications Metal / steel 8913 siagrind Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing unit mm inch mm inch mm inch Quality: yellow line Type: Hard Shape: Depressed centre Application: 30 angle grinder 125 5 4.0 5/32 22.23 7/8 A 24 X-BF27 0020.7207 20 125 5 7.0 1/4 22.23 7/8 A 24 X-BF27.7206 10 INOX and metal / steel 8932 siagrind Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing unit mm inch mm inch mm inch Quality: blue line Type: Medium Shape: Depressed centre Application: 30 angle grinder 100 4 6.0 1/4 16.00 5/8 A 24/30 S-BF27 0020.5530 10 115 4 1/2 6.0 1/4 22.23 7/8 A 24/30 S-BF27.4706 10 125 5 6.0 1/4 22.23 7/8 A 24/30 S-BF27.4707 10 150 6 6.4 1/4 22.23 7/8 A 24/30 S-BF27.5911 10 180 7 7.0 1/4 22.23 7/8 A 24/30 S-BF27.4738 10 230 9 6.5 1/4 22.23 7/8 A 24/30 S-BF27.4708 10 8933 siagrind Diameter Thickness Bore Specification Part number Packing mm inch mm inch mm inch unit Quality: yellow line 125 5 4.0 5/32 22.23 7/8 A 24 V-BF27 0020.7198 20 Type: Hard Shape: Depressed centre Application: 30 angle grinder 230 9 4.0 5/32 22.23 7/8 A 24 V-BF27.7199 20 13
Disc testing Test centre Product quality is continually tested in research and development at sia Abrasives. This enables us to guarantee a consistently high level of safety and competitiveness of our cutting and grinding discs. Why do we test cutting and grinding discs? To ensure compliance with safety standards To ensure consistent production batches To check series production To evaluate competitors in comparison tests Safety tests according to EN 12413 Bursttest One / three point side load test In order to be able to guarantee the safety of a cutting or grinding disc, it undergoes various individual test procedures. In the bursting test, the respective discs have to withstand a diameterrelated burst factor higher than the maximum working speed. Cutting and grinding discs from sia Abrasives meet the highest quality and safety standards in accordance with standard EN 12413. In addition, we also abide by the safety measures specified by the osa. All cutting and grinding discs have osa certification. 14
Disc testing Performance tests The performance of a cutting disc is checked by means of a hand-held test with an angle grinder on stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminium, stone or cast iron. Three different measuring instruments record the disc wear and cutting speed. This test is then repeated with the same test specimens and statistically evaluated. Cutting Grinding The performance of a grinding disc is tested using a semi-automatic robot on stainless steel and carbon steel. The weight of the grinding disc and the material are measured before and after the test, in order to evaluate the removal rate and the disc loss. 15
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FiboTec FiboTec multi-hole An idea borrowed from nature. The innovation by sia Abrasives.
The Fibonacci Principle 3 5 1 2 1 13 8 The sunflower principle Nature is a master of engineering. For all nature s diversity, there is one shape which crops up time and time again. This pattern consists of a spiral structure and is based on a string of numbers known as the Fibonacci Sequence, where each successive number is equal to the sum of the two preceding numbers: 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, Spirals such as this occur throughout nature, from the tiniest things to the biggest from snails and flowers to hurricanes and entire galaxies. The arrangement of the seeds on a sunflower is anything but random. Quite the opposite, in fact: the seeds grow in opposing, intersecting spirals to create an offset effect. This allows the sunflower to accommodate the greatest possible number of seeds without any of these seeds blocking each other s sunlight. The result: maximum light yield! 2
The FiboTec technology Used for FiboTec Taking inspiration from nature and the Fibonacci Sequence, sia Abrasives has developed a groundbreaking new hole pattern for its abrasives. The holes in, the abrasive disc are arranged on opposing spirals, such as are found on a sunflower. In sanding applications this hole pattern provides superior dust extraction, significantly reduced clogging and longer life of abrasive materials. Compared to standard hole patterns, FiboTec offers up to 50% faster removal rate with less dust residue on the workpiece and in the workspace. The result: higher abrasive performance thanks to maximum dust extraction! 3
The proof FiboTec multi-hole pattern Standard hole pattern Proven in nature. Tried and tested. As with all our innovations, FiboTec underwent stringent robot-aided testing. Conducted under laboratory conditions, these tests produced the following result: FiboTec is much more efficient than standard hole patterns. A real innovation! Performance comparison The special FiboTec multi-hole pattern provides better abrasive performance. Depending on grit and material, it achieves much faster material removal rates throughout its lifetime. Depending on material and application, FiboTec works four times longer than standard abrasive discs. > 40.00 Material removal in grammes 35.00 30.00 FiboTec multi-hole pattern (119-hole) 25.00 20.00 Standard hole pattern (15-hole) 15.00 10.00 5.00 0 0 Time in seconds > 60 90 120 150 180 210 240 270 300 330 360 This data was obtained under the following conditions: Abrasive: 1950 siaspeed, Ø 150 mm. Grit: 400. Material: soft body filler. Machine: eccentric, 150 mm, 5 mm stroke. Backing pad: 103-hole, soft. Robotised machine under laboratory conditions. 4
Your advantages Standard hole pattern FiboTec multi-hole pattern Best dust extraction rates The offset between the holes on the opposing spirals ensures reliable dust extraction across almost the entire surface of the abrasive while the disc is rotating. Minimal clogging FiboTec has a big advantage, especially when working with materials that easily clog. Thanks to its superior extraction capacity, the abrasive performs measurably better even under extreme conditions and, above all, for longer than abrasives with a standard hole pattern. Works up to 50% faster than standard hole systems thanks to: Better dust extraction Less clogging Simple handling The FiboTec multi-hole system allows easy attachment of the abrasive disc to the backing pad, since the holes in the disc do not have to be matched up with the holes in the pad. Keeps working interruptions to a minimum. Easy grit size recognition With FiboTec, the grit size is easy to identify even after sanding. From 100 grit upwards, the grit size is cut into the disc by laser. That way, the grit size can be reliably determined even after use and even if the back of the abrasive disc is completely covered with dust. Collectively, these advantages make for: Higher productivity Higher process stability Better occupational health and safety 5
FiboTec range 1950 siaspeed, FiboTec 41-hole disc, Ø 125 mm, grit: 40, 60, 80 Art. ID: 4800.6167.xxxx 1950 siaspeed, FiboTec 86-hole disc Ø 125 mm, grit: 100-600 Art. ID: 0973.4197.xxxx 1950 siaspeed, FiboTec 59-hole disc Ø 150 mm, grit: 40, 60, 80 Art. ID: 2279.5390.xxxx 1950 siaspeed, FiboTec 119-hole disc Ø 150 mm, grit: 100-600 Art. ID: 8420.1301.xxxx 1950 siaspeed, FiboTec 59-hole disc Ø 185 mm, grit: 40, 60, 80 Art. ID: 6054.4417.xxxx 1950 siaspeed, FiboTec 119-hole disc Ø 185 mm, grit: 100-600 Art. ID: 9124.7139.xxxx Multi-hole backing pad 54-hole, yellow, 5/16 Ø 125 mm, soft Art. ID: 0020.6728.01 Ø 125 mm, hard Art. ID: 0020.6729.01 Multi-hole backing pad 54-hole, yellow, 5/16 Ø 150 mm, soft Art. ID: 0020.6734.01 Ø 150 mm, hard Art. ID: 0020.6735.01 Multi-hole backing pad 103-hole, 5/16 + M8 Ø 150 mm, soft Art. ID: 0020.5740.01 Ø 150 mm, extra-soft Art. ID: 0020.5742.01 Ø 150 mm, hard Art. ID: 0020.5741.01 103-hole intermediate pad Ø 150 mm Art. ID: 0020.5886.01 6
Application examples FiboTec markets Less dust Less clogging Faster removal rate 7
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New Generation 1950 siaspeed At full speed to a perfect surface New Generation
1950 siaspeed at full speed to a perfect surface High performance abrasive Thanks to the innovative abrasive structure and very high quality materials, significantly better removal values are obtained. The consistently impressive results are characterised by maximising stock removal. Maximum service life The ingenious stearate coating greatly reduces jamming and clogging of the abrasive. The net result is a far longer service life. Cost-effective working processes The fully harmonised system guarantees trouble-free use, reduces sanding times and, in turn, saves money. A versatile all-round product Can be used with great success on primed, filled, painted and lacquered surfaces. Intensively trialled in our test centres to ensure that it is effective on any challenging surface in manual and manual/machine sanding operations. An attractive product range benefiting from Swiss quality The complete product range, in various shapes and hole patterns, is available in a range of grit sizes from 40 to 1500. Applications Sanding of body filler, polyester and composites Sanding of new components and factory primers Sanding out of feather edges, rust spots and stone chips Shaping of primer fillers Matt finishing of old and new lacquers for blending Retouching of new lacquer, for removal of dust inclusions and orange-peel effect Product profile Grit: Mixed grit types, semi-friable aluminium oxide, aluminium oxide Coating: Standard: Electrostatic closed (K40 P180) New Generation: Electrostatic open (P220 P600) Micro-finishing: Special process (P800 P1500) Bonding: Synthetic resin Additional coating: Stearate Backing: Paper K40 P600 Film P800 P1500 Grit range: K40 P1500 Further information about products, applications and much more www.sia-abrasives.com > Automotive > siaspeed The existing 1950 siaspeed article IDs will remain unchanged.
1950 siaspeed New Generation (P220 P600) Over 20% better removal rate with minimal clogging Conventional coating technology: Standard New coating technology: New Generation Open Coating Technology Less Clogging Best Performance 1950 siaspeed, P240 Standard coated using electrostatic process 1950 siaspeed New Generation, P240 Open coated with optimised positioning of the abrasive grains Advantages Minimal clogging due to open coating technology and optimised stearate composition (zinc-free) Maximum removal rate Longest lifetime Lower abrasive consumption Higher efficiency Lower costs 1950 siaspeed performance comparison* 1950 siaspeed clogging comparison* Removal rate 60 g 50 g 40 g New 1950 siaspeed +21.6 % 30 g 20 g 1950 siaspeed 10 g 0 g Time 0 min. 2 min. 4 min. 6 min. 8 min. 10 min. New 1950 siaspeed 1950 siaspeed * Lifetime comparison under the following conditions: Abrasive: 1950 siaspeed, P240, 150 mm diameter, 15-hole, random orbital sanding: 5 mm stroke, soft backing pad, surface: bodyfiller, Unipol polyester bodyfiller, robotised machine under laboratory conditions * Clogging comparison under the following conditions: Abrasive: 1950 siaspeed, P400, 150 mm diameter, 15-hole, old versus new, surface: Glasurit 285-700 filler, random orbital sanding: 3 mm stroke, extra-soft backing pad, sanded in practical conditions
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5550 siaprime setting new standards
5550 siaprime setting new standards The premium abrasive 5550 siaprime is designed for the particular needs of car manufacturing and body repair. Thanks to the innovative abrasive structure, performance and lifetime are improved significantly for a faster and more cost-efficient target-achievement. Applications Flatting of body filler, gelcoat and composite materials Sanding of lacquers and paints, steel, aluminium, plastic, hard- and softwood, mineral materials, etc. Advantages Best edge stability with film backing Maximum stock removal due to ceramic grits Minimal clogging due to special grit coating and optimised adhesive No grit shedding High layer and tearing strength Great flexibility ensures trouble-free sanding of edges Highly efficient and productive Good flatness due to high climate consistency Product show For more information on products, applications and much more... www.sia-abrasives.com > Automotive > siaprime Product profile: 5550 siaprime Grit: Innovative grit mixture (with ceramic) Coating: Electrostatic open Adhesive: Synthetic resin Backing: Polyester film Grit range: K40 K180 Product Dimension Grit range Article-ID siafast discs 150mm without holes K40, K60, K80, K100, K120, K150, K180 5425.4472.xxxx 150mm 7-holes 6530.6999.xxxx 150mm 15-holes 5638.8237.xxxx 150mm 17-holes* 9926.6387.xxxx Other dimensions upon request. * for Festool Multi-Jetstream sia Abrasives Industries AG 8501 Frauenfeld Switzerland by sia Abrasives Industries AG All rights reserved www.sia-abrasives.com Art. ID: 0020.6195.01 04.180.en.1110