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What is Abrasive flow machining (AFM)

What is Abrasive flow machining (AFM)

Abrasive flow machining (AFM), also known as abrasive flow deburring or extrude honing, is an interior surface finishing process characterized by flowing an abrasive-laden fluid through a workpiece. This fluid is typically very viscous, having the consistency of putty or dough. AFM smooths and finishes rough surfaces, and is specifically used to remove burrs, polish surfaces, form radii, and even remove material. The nature of AFM makes it ideal for interior surfaces, slots, holes, cavities, and other areas that may be difficult to reach with other polishing or grinding processes. Abrasive flow machining was first patented by the Extrude Hone Corporation in 1970.

Extrude Hones range now also includes AFM MICROFLOW.MICROFLOW provides high-precision polishing down to the micron level.

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