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Robotic Deburring Automation Systems

Robotic deburring is performed post machining processes on metal parts. The most important determinants of robotic deburring system design & implementation are gripping surfaces availability & access to burr locations. Parts which need deburring operations on multiple surfaces are more likely to use part to tool robot system designs to allow for part regrip(s) & flexibility in approach angles for optimal deburring. Tool to part robot systems are more common when dealing with simple (single surface) deburring operations, small parts, and/or cells which debur multiple part skus, which would otherwise require gripper changeover.

Deburring processes are usually performed via either pneumatic or electric powered compliant tooling. There are 2 basic types of robotic tooling for deburring – radial compliant or axial compliant. Radially compliant deburr tooling often utilizes readily available COTS rotary files or burs providing flexibility in application. Axially compliant deburr tooling often use specially designed tooling only available from the original equipment manufacturer. Benefits of axially compliant deburr tooling include chatter reduction, compensation for part irregularities, & potential for cycle time reduction.