Intended to provide instruction in the theory and operation of modern flat lapping and polishing machines, this one-of-a-kind manual thoroughly covers techniques for achieving specific results and contains a troubleshooting guide for correcting unintended faults. It includes both single- and dual-face machines. Flat Lapping and Polishing Handbook will be found valuable by process and manufacturing engineers, as well as machine operators.
Machine Theory & Design
Consumables
Process & Operation
Plate Flatness
Applications Guide
Glossary of Lapping Terms
Appendices (Logbook Forms, Drawing Notations, Reading Optical Flats)