Centrifugal Iso-Finishing (CIF) is a high-energy finishing method where Centrifugal Barrel Machines are used.

A great example of this type of machine is the HZ Series. These machines are typically made up of four individual barrels (or drums) mounted on the outer edge of a turret. The turret is rotated in one direction, causing the barrels to rotate in the opposite direction creating very high G-forces or pressures, as well as considerable media sliding action within the drums. The movement mimics that of a ferris wheel. This action is due to either a Timing Belt, V-Belts or Chain that is connected between the main shaft and the centerline of the four barrels. In operation, this turret rotation creates a high centrifugal force. This force compresses the load into a tight mass causing the media and parts to slide against each other removing burrs and creating a superior finish. Short cycle times are realized because of the high centrifugal energy being applied to the parts.

What types of materials can I process in these machines?  Any type of material can be deburred, polished, or refined in a CBF including: Titanium, Gold, Silver, Zinc, Aluminium, Brass, Steel, Stainless, Pewter, Beryllium, Barium, Cadmium, Vanadium, Copper, Nickel, Zirconium, Tungsten, Iron, Tin, Vasco x-2m,9310, M50, Vim-var, Bismuth, Palladium, Yttrium, Niobium, Magnesium, Manganese, Scandium, Osmium, Plastics, and Glass.

What kind of parts are being deburred, finished and polished with Centrifugal Iso-Finishing?

• Medical Implants and Orthopedic Devices
• Dental and Orthodontic Parts
• Aerospace Engine Components
• Aerospace Airframe and Structural Components
• Automotive Engine and Powertrain Components (Isotropic Finishing)
• High-Performance Motorsports and Powertrain (Isofinishing)
• Motorcycle engine and powertrain
• Machine Tooling,
• Metal 3D Printed Parts
• Plastic 3D Printed Parts
• Injection Moldings and Machined Plastics
• Springs
• Acrylic and Acetate Polishing
• Precious Jewellery and Fashion Accessory Polishing
• Screw Machine Part Deburring and Super-Finishing
• Eyewear Components
• Firearms and ammunition
• Metal Injection Molded Parts (MIM)
• Investment Castings
• Powdered Metal Parts Smoothing and Polishing
• Deflashing and smoothing of plastics and rubber
• Surface Burnishing for Compressive Stress