brushed stainless steel finish
ATA’s brushed stainless steel finish process creates a uniform, smooth and matte linear texture on stainless steel surfaces, effectively hiding fingerprints and minor scratches while retaining the material’s inherent corrosion resistance and durability, suitable forStainless steel sheet metal and various stainless steel product finishing in high-demand fields.
Our brushed stainless steel finish technology is widely applied in architectural decoration, electrical appliances and commercial equipment production, fully complying with international standards such as ISO 9001, ASTM A480 and DIN 4762, ensuring strict control of texture uniformity, surface roughness and color consistency.
Service
ATA brushed stainless steel finish Service
Brushed stainless steel finish is a high-precision surface treatment process that uses abrasive tools to create uniform linear textures on stainless steel surfaces, achieving a matte, wear-resistant and aesthetically pleasing finish.
The process is completed by adjusting abrasive particle size, brushing speed and pressure, performing automatic or semi-automatic brushing operations, and conducting post-treatment to ensure consistent texture and surface quality.
ATA provides one-stop brushed stainless steel finish services, covering material analysis, abrasive selection, precision brushing, post-finish inspection and packaging, to meet customized surface aesthetic and functional needs of different industries.
Capability&Advantages
ATA brushed stainless steel finish Capability
Brushed stainless steel finish is suitable for a variety of high-demand user scenarios, including the surface treatment of Stainless steel cabinet, stainless steel electrical box, architectural decorative parts and commercial kitchen equipment, adapting to the strict aesthetic and functional requirements of architecture, electrical, catering and medical industries.
ATA has strong capabilities in brushed stainless steel finish, with a team of professional surface treatment technicians and advanced automatic brushing equipment, which can handle stainless steel workpieces of different sizes, thicknesses and shapes, adopting high-quality abrasives and scientific brushing processes to ensure uniform texture, smooth surface, no obvious scratches and efficient batch production, fully meeting high-precision surface finishing needs.
ATA brushed stainless steel finish standard
The ATA brushed stainless steel finish standard mandates strict control over workpiece dimensions, brushing parameters, abrasive performance and surface quality, and can be realized through high-precision CNC brushing equipment, reasonable selection of abrasives and cooling measures, and strict pre-brushing inspection and post-brushing finishing.
Standards | Description |
|---|---|
Workpiece thickness range | Cold-rolled stainless steel: 0.3-6.0mm; Hot-rolled stainless steel: 1.0-55mm; Thickness deviation ≤±0.02mm, uniform thickness to avoid brushing unevenness |
Workpiece size range | Minimum brushing size: 5×5×5mm; Maximum brushing size: 1500×1000×450mm; Dimensional tolerance ±0.01mm, no size fluctuation |
Brushing texture type | Straight grain, chaotic grain optional; Texture clear and uniform, no blurred or discontinuous areas, consistent direction for straight grain |
Brushing texture spacing | Texture spacing: 0.05-0.2mm; Uniform spacing, no uneven density; Spacing tolerance ±0.01mm |
Surface roughness | Surface roughness Ra ≤0.8μm; Matte surface, no bright spots or dark spots; Touch smooth, no obvious texture indentation |
Brushing speed requirement | Brushing speed: 10-50m/min; Adjust based on workpiece thickness and texture requirement: 10-25m/min for thick workpieces, 30-50m/min for fine brushing |
Feed rate requirement | Feed rate: 0.1-0.5mm/r; Stable feed, no fluctuation; Feed stability ≤±0.008mm/r to ensure uniform texture |
Applicable stainless steel grades | Suitable for 304, 316L, 201, 430, 321, 310S; Workpiece surface free of rust, oil stains, oxide scale or impurities before brushing |
Abrasive requirement | Abrasive material: corundum or silicon carbide; Grain size: 150-320 mesh; Abrasive surface sharp, no wear or agglomeration |
Brushing pressure | Brushing pressure: 0.1-0.5MPa; Uniform pressure, no local over-pressure or under-pressure; Avoid workpiece deformation or uneven texture |
Brushing width per pass | Single brushing width: 5-50mm; Adjust based on abrasive width and workpiece size; Width tolerance ±0.015mm, no overlap deviation |
Cooling fluid requirement | Cooling fluid: stainless steel special brushing fluid; Fluid temperature: 15-30℃; Uniform spraying, no shortage to avoid abrasive wear and workpiece oxidation |
Brushing direction | Unidirectional or bidirectional optional; Direction stable, no deviation; Avoid cross texture or messy texture |
Brushing allowance per pass | Single brushing allowance: 0.01-0.05mm; Total allowance: 0.1-0.2mm; No over-brushing to avoid thickness loss exceeding limit |
Surface defect requirement | No scratches, tool marks, indentations or burrs; No oxidation, discoloration or rust spots; No foreign matter adhesion on the surface |
Post-brushing surface treatment | Remove cooling fluid and debris; Passivate to enhance corrosion resistance; No residual abrasive particles or texture burrs |
Abrasive wear limit | Abrasive wear amount ≤0.02mm; Replace abrasive in time when wear exceeds limit to ensure texture uniformity and surface quality |
Spindle stability | Spindle runout ≤0.003mm; Rotational speed stable, no fluctuation; No abnormal noise during brushing operation |
Workpiece clamping requirement | Clamping force uniform: 2-30MPa; No clamping deformation or slipping; Clamping precision ±0.003mm |
Brushing speed stability | Speed fluctuation ≤±20m/min; Constant speed during brushing to avoid uneven texture spacing and surface roughness |
Edge brushing requirement | Edge brushing smooth, no burrs or sharp edges; Edge texture consistent with surface texture, no obvious difference |
Cooling system requirement | Cooling pressure: 0.2-0.8MPa; Cooling flow stable, no blockage; Cooling nozzle aligned with brushing area to ensure heat dissipation |
Abrasive replacement cycle | Replacement cycle: once every 8-12 hours; Replace in time when texture becomes blurred to ensure brushing effect |
Surface gloss requirement | Matte gloss, uniform and consistent; No obvious light and dark differences; Glossiness: 20-60 GU, tolerance ±5 GU |
Corrosion resistance requirement | Post-brushing passivate treatment; No rust within 48 hours under normal environment; Corrosion resistance meets basic stainless steel use requirements |
Curved surface brushing requirement (if used) | Texture consistent with curved surface direction; No uneven brushing or texture breakage; Surface smooth, no indentations or protrusions |
Material Selection for the Process
brushed stainless steel finish Material Selection
ATA’s brushed stainless steel finish process has excellent compatibility with various stainless steel materials, which can create uniform and beautiful brushed textures while maintaining the material’s corrosion resistance and mechanical properties, avoiding surface damage and texture unevenness.
Stainless Steel Type | Brushing Advantage | Application Scope |
|---|---|---|
Easy to brush, uniform texture, cost-effective, fingerprint-resistant | Electrical appliances, daily hardware, decoration | |
High corrosion resistance, smooth texture, durable finish | Marine parts, medical equipment, food industry | |
High strength, uniform brushing effect, no deformation | Pressure vessels, oil pipelines, industrial equipment |
brushed stainless steel finish Quality Control
ATA adheres to the whole-process quality management concept in the brushed stainless steel finish process, from the incoming inspection of stainless steel materials to the final inspection of finished products, strictly implementing international industry standards to ensure that each batch of products meets customer texture uniformity, surface roughness and aesthetic requirements; we use professional testing equipment and scientific testing methods to conduct comprehensive inspections on the finish quality, and the specific testing methods are as follows:
- Texture uniformity inspection: Use a magnifying glass and visual inspection to detect the direction and density of brushed textures, ensuring that the texture is uniform, consistent and free of messy lines.
- Surface roughness inspection: Use a surface roughness tester to detect the surface smoothness of finished products, ensuring that the roughness meets the design requirements and international standards.
- Brushed stainless steel finish performance test: Conduct corrosion resistance and wear resistance tests on finished products to verify that the finish does not reduce the material’s performance and meets long-term service life requirements.
- Color consistency inspection: Compare finished products with standard samples to ensure that the color of the brushed surface is consistent, avoiding color differences between batches.
Why Choose ATA brushed stainless steel finish
ATA’s brushed stainless steel finish service integrates professional surface treatment technology, advanced brushing equipment and thoughtful after-sales support, providing customers with high-quality, high-efficiency and cost-effective surface finishing solutions.
Industry Advantage
ATA has more than 10 years of experience in brushed stainless steel finish, deeply understands the surface treatment needs of various industries, and has accumulated a large number of successful cases in Food & Beverage Industry and Electrical & Home Appliances.
Equipment Advantage
We are equipped with imported high-precision automatic brushing machines and intelligent texture detection systems, which can realize continuous high-precision brushing, improving production efficiency and ensuring consistent texture quality.
Service Advantage
Provide 24-hour technical consultation, customize brushed stainless steel finish solutions according to customer aesthetic and functional requirements, and provide after-sales maintenance and finish maintenance guidance for finished products.
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Material Selection for the Process
brushed stainless steel finish Multi-industry Application Solutions
Architectural & Decoration Industry: In the architectural field, brushed stainless steel finish is used for Stainless steel handrail, wall panels and decorative parts, creating a high-end, minimalist aesthetic effect while being wear-resistant and easy to clean, suitable for commercial buildings and high-end residences.
Electrical & Home Appliances Industry: Applied to the surface treatment of Stainless steel Enclosure and household appliance panels, the brushed stainless steel finish effectively hides fingerprints and scratches, enhancing the product’s appearance and durability, meeting consumer aesthetic and practical needs.
Food & Beverage Industry: Used for the surface treatment of Stainless steel kitchen work table and food processing equipment, the brushed surface is smooth, easy to clean and corrosion-resistant, fully meeting strict food safety standards.
Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Industry: Applied to the surface treatment of stainless steel medicine cabinet and medical instrument shells, the brushed stainless steel finish is sterile, easy to sterilize and aesthetically pleasing, meeting strict medical hygiene standards.
Commercial & Catering Industry: Used for the surface treatment of Stainless steel shelving and catering equipment, the brushed finish is wear-resistant, fingerprint-resistant and easy to maintain, adapting to the high-frequency use scenario of commercial places.
brushed stainless steel finish FAQS
Q1: How can ATA’s brushed stainless steel finish process ensure uniform texture and avoid messy lines or color differences?
A1: ATA has a professional technical team and advanced automatic brushing equipment, which can precisely adjust abrasive particle size, brushing speed and pressure, and adopt standardized operation processes to ensure that the direction and density of brushed textures are uniform, and strictly control color consistency through post-inspection to avoid messy lines and color differences.
Q2: In mass production of brushed stainless steel finish, how does ATA ensure the consistency of finish quality and avoid batch defects?
A2: We adopt fully automatic brushing equipment and implement strict quality control standards; each batch of materials is subject to unified incoming inspection, the brushing process is monitored in real time by intelligent systems, and finished products are sampled and inspected according to international standards to ensure batch consistency and avoid defects such as uneven texture and surface scratches.
Q3: For thin-walled or complex-shaped stainless steel workpieces, can ATA achieve efficient and precise brushed stainless steel finish without causing workpiece deformation?
A3: Yes, ATA is equipped with precision brushing equipment and adopts gentle brushing parameters for thin-walled and complex workpieces, optimizing clamping methods to reduce processing pressure, effectively avoiding workpiece deformation while ensuring uniform texture and high surface quality.
Q4: How does ATA adjust the brushed stainless steel finish process to meet the different texture density and roughness requirements of different customers?
A4: We have a professional R&D team that can customize brushing solutions according to customer needs, adjust abrasive particle size and brushing parameters to achieve different texture densities and roughness levels, and provide sample testing before mass production to ensure the finish meets customer expectations.
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