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Texturing or orbital grinding of stainless steel

Structuring or orbital grinding gives stainless steel an even, matt or satin finish. With overlapping, circular movements, you get a uniform surface without visible grinding lines. Ideal for aesthetic and functional finishes where scratches are less noticeable.

Orbitally ground stainless steel surface
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Which product suits your workpiece

For a sandblasted finish, choose the FCGR. For a finer finish afterwards, use the TGR. Looking for an affordable solution? Then there is the 330GR.

Sandblasted finish
Our choice
Film grip disc FCGR

FCGR

Film grip disc

Ideal for a sandblasted finish on stainless steel.

  • Grit 60 or 120
  • Even, matt finish
  • No visible grinding lines
Suitable for
Flexible shaft
Flexible shaft
Air pressure tool
Air pressure tool
Angle grinder
Angle grinder
Finer finish
Our choice
Tex grip disc TGR

TGR/AF

Tex grip disc

Ideal for a finer finish after the FCGR.

  • Satin structure
  • Even result
Suitable for
Flexible shaft
Flexible shaft
Air pressure tool
Air pressure tool
Angle grinder
Angle grinder
Affordable
Economical
Paper grip disc 330GR

330GR

Paper grip disc

Our economical choice for orbital grinding.

  • Paper grip disc
  • For an even finish
Suitable for
Flexible shaft
Flexible shaft
Air pressure tool
Air pressure tool
Angle grinder
Angle grinder
Structuring stainless steel with the FCGR film grip disc

In the photo: FCGR film grip disc

How to structure stainless steel in 3 steps

1

Choose your disc

Start with the FCGR in grit 60 or 120 for a sandblasted finish. Choose the 330GR as an affordable solution.

2

Grind in overlapping circles

Move in overlapping, circular movements over the entire surface. This gives you an even structure without visible grinding lines.

3

Finish finer

Want a finer, satin finish? Then continue grinding with the TGR until the surface is the same everywhere.

Frequently asked questions about structuring or orbital grinding of stainless steel

What does structuring or orbital grinding of stainless steel mean?

With structuring or orbital grinding, you work with overlapping, circular movements. This gives you an even, matt or satin finish without visible grinding lines. Scratches and fingerprints are therefore less noticeable.

Which disc do you use to structure stainless steel?

With the FCGR film grip disc in grit 60 or 120, you create a sandblasted finish.

How do you get a finer structure on stainless steel?

After the FCGR, finish further with the TGR/AF Tex grip disc. Its resilient, open structure gives a uniform finish without affecting the shape of the workpiece. Looking for an affordable disc? Then the 330GR is our economical choice.

What is the difference between linear and orbital grinding?

Linear grinding or brushing gives a structure with one clear scratch direction, as with a grit 320 brush finish. With orbital grinding, no direction is visible, so the surface looks evenly matt.

Overview of the most common challenges when grinding stainless steel

Phase 1

Weld removal

Removing TIG welds on flat stainless steel
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Removing TIG welds on round stainless steel
Removing TIG welds in  inside corners or 2D corners
Phase 2

Post-processing and cleaning

Removing scratches from flat stainless steel
Removing scratches from round stainless steel
Deburring sharp edges on stainless steel
Removing weld discolouration or paint
Phase 3

Finishing and uniformity

Texturing or orbital grinding of stainless steel
Grinding to a target Ra value
Pre-grinding for the final finish
Final finish: grit 320 brushed finish
Final finish: mirror polishing

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