…By Khurram Alley for TDPel Media.
Burrs are created during machining. While they are sometimes inevitable, shop owners should strive to minimize them.
Burrs are often the result of cutting, shearing, punching, or laser-cutting operations. They can form due to the type and thickness of the metal, the condition of the die or blade, and the power or pressure being exerted on the machine. They can be very dangerous for workers to handle, concentrate stresses in certain areas, and affect lubrication.