Grinding power differs depending on brush color. All Xebec brushes are made from the same proprietary ceramic fibers manufactured into rods, or bristles, of different thicknesses. The greater the bristle thickness, the more aggressive the cutting action. Refer to the chart below and select brush color based on the workpiece material and burr root thickness.
How to Choose Brush Color
Target Burr Size
Burr Root Thickness of 0.008” or less (Burrs can be bent with a fingernail)
Structure of XEBEC Ceramic Fiber
The XEBEC Brush™ uses abrasive ceramic fiber material instead of abrasive grain. One single bristle consists of 500 -1,000 ceramic fibers that works as cutting edges, providing excellent cutting ability.
The XEBEC ceramic fiber has 3 features that enable CNC deburring & polishing:
Unsurpassed Grinding Power
Consistent Cutting Performance
No Deformation
Strength 1: Unsurpassed Grinding Power
Our uniquely developed ceramic fibers themselves are the abrasives and its fiber content ratio is over 80%. Cutting edges that are made up from the tip of each fiber bristle create unsurpassed grinding power.
XEBEC Brush™ has 60 times higher grinding power compared with nylon brushes and steadily removes burrs.
Strength 2: Consistent Grinding Power to the End
Due to the structure of XEBEC ceramic fiber, new cutting edges are always exposed. The brush maintains consistent cutting performance to the end, enabling CNC deburring and polishing
Strength 3: No Deformation
XEBEC Brush™ maintains its straight shape and does not spread out like a toothbrush even after repeated use. Thus, it is ideal for CNC deburring and polishing in mass production line.
Amazing Polishing Power
XEBEC Brush™ is made of ceramic fiber bristle which was developed for mold polishing. Its high grinding power improves surface roughness in a short time.
Best achievable surface roughness Ra=0.1μm (Rz = 0.4μ)
When the brush is worn out unevenly, you can form the tip of the brush using a diamond disc blade. Use drilling machine or lathe.
Truing by Drilling Machine
Truing by Lathe
If you want to cut off the brush, cut from the side of the brush using a diamond disc blade and sever it.
Operator Safety Measures
For Protective Equipment
Always wear protective goggles, gloves and masks when operating the tool. Wear long sleeves, tight cuff, and clothing to minimize skin exposure.
Beware of Grinding Powder
Grinding powder and burrs may scatter within an area around the work as the brush revolves; please stay clear of this area.
Be Aware of Your Surroundings
The area around your work is hazardous in case flying pieces of fiber rods from the tools and grinding powder may scatter, enclose your working area to prevent other people entering, or have the people surrounding your work area protective equipment as well.
Warning
By not following the above safety measures, you are vulnerable to the following risks:
A tool or a part of a tool may crack, drop off, distort or break.
Broken pieces of a tool or grinding dust may stick into your skin and eyes, causing irritation and/or blindness.
Dust generated by machining process may cause allergic reactions.
Safety Warning
Cutting fiber brushes and stones are cutting tools and are often rotated at high speeds with a power tool or in a machine tool. They should never be operated at higher than the maximum speeds listed. When using these tools, safety glasses and gloves should be worn. Breathing the dust created by using these products for prolonged periods of time should be avoided.