Karbosan SC Flat Metal Cutting Disc 180x3.0x22 mm

Karbosan SC Flat Cast Iron Cutting Disc 180x3.0x22 mm

Professional Solution for Heavy Castings and Hard Materials

The Karbosan SC Flat Cast Iron Cutting Disc is a high-performance abrasive disc designed for larger models of standard angle grinders (180 mm), specializing in cutting tough materials such as cast iron, hard castings, alloy steels, and non-ferrous hard metals.

Its 180 mm outer diameter offers greater cutting depth and higher operating speed, increasing efficiency. The 3.0 mm thickness provides excellent resistance to bending under high torque and ensures a long service life. The most critical feature of this disc is its use of SC (Silicon Carbide) abrasive grains, specifically formulated for the hard and brittle nature of cast materials. Silicon Carbide is known for its ability to make fast and clean cuts in these hard metals.

Product Features

Feature	Detail
Product Name	Karbosan SC Flat Cast Iron Cutting Disc
Form	Flat (Type 41)
Dimensions (Diameter x Thickness x Bore)	180 x 3.0 x 22 mm
Abrasive Type	SC (Silicon Carbide)
Area of Use	Cast Iron, Hard Castings, Non-Ferrous Metals
Special Feature	High Abrasion Performance and Sharpness on Hard Materials
Compatible Machine	180 mm Angle Grinder

Areas of Use and Industries

The Karbosan SC 180 mm Cast Iron Cutting Disc is used in industrial sectors where fast and controlled cutting of large and hard cast parts is essential:

Sectors

Foundries and Heavy Metal Industry: Rapid cutting and cleaning (deburring) of excess material like risers and feeders from large cast parts.

Machine Manufacturing and Maintenance (Heavy Industry): Modification, cutting, and sizing operations on machine blocks, large engine bodies, and press parts made of cast iron.

Plumbing and Infrastructure (Industrial): Cutting large-diameter cast iron pipes, valves, and heavy fittings on-site or in the workshop.

Automotive (Heavy and Commercial): Special cutting and modifications on cast parts of heavy vehicle engine blocks and braking systems.

Non-Ferrous Metal Processing: Cutting and cleaning large aluminum, bronze, and brass castings.

Applications

High-Efficiency Cutting: The aggressiveness of the SC abrasive combined with the power of a 180 mm machine ensures time-saving, fast cutting in cast materials.

Large Part Cutting: The disc's diameter advantage allows cutting wide or thick cast parts where a 115 mm disc would be insufficient.

Clean and Controlled Cutting: The sharpness of Silicon Carbide creates controlled and smooth cut lines without damaging the brittle structure of cast material.

Long-Lasting Use: The 3.0 mm thickness extends the disc's durability and lifespan in cutting applications for materials like cast iron, which generate high friction and require high hardness.

About the Product

180x3.0 mm: Silicon Carbide Solution for Cast Iron Challenges

Silicon Carbide (SC): Sharpness Against Hardness

Cast iron contains a high amount of carbon and has a different structure than standard steel. This structure makes the material very hard and relatively brittle, which makes cutting difficult. The Karbosan SC Flat Cast Iron Cutting Disc is specially formulated to overcome this challenge.

Silicon Carbide (SC) abrasive is harder and more brittle than Aluminum Oxide (NK), commonly used in metal cutting. This brittleness is not a disadvantage, but rather an advantage: as the abrasive grains dull, they break down in a controlled manner, constantly forming new, sharp cutting edges. This self-sharpening feature ensures the disc maintains a consistently high cutting speed even in hard cast materials and reduces the load on the machine.

180 mm Diameter and 3.0 mm Thickness Balance

The 180 mm diameter allows the professional user to reach a larger area in one pass and make deeper cuts. The 3.0 mm thickness ensures that the disc operates without bending or lateral stress under the high power and torque of a 180 mm machine. This thickness slows down the rapid wear of the disc in materials like cast iron, which generate high friction, offering a durable and safe solution.

The Karbosan SC Flat Cast Iron Cutting Disc 180x3.0x22 mm, thanks to the power of a 180 mm machine, the durability provided by its 3.0 mm thickness, and the superior sharpness of Silicon Carbide in cast materials, is an indispensable and specialized abrasive solution for professionals in sectors such as foundries, heavy machinery manufacturing, and industrial plumbing who need to cut hard and tough materials quickly, reliably, and with high performance.