The edges on slit metal coil can be sharp and dangerous, which is why it is important to apply edge conditioning to the metal strip for safe handling and processing. The process of edge conditioning involves forming the edges of the metal strip to a desired shape, removing burrs or jaggedness left over from the slitting process. This produces a safer product while also preventing corrosion which can develop around edge imperfections.
Based on the edge required, this is achieved by either machining or skiving the material. Conditioned edges are an excellent choice for industries where the exposed ends of strips come in external contact with or must be handled by processes that require sensitivity.
At Rolled Metal Products, we provide a wide range of standard and custom edging options for your metal strip.
Rolled Metal Products Edging Capabilities
| Thickness | 0.003" - 0.190" |
| Width | 0.110" - 4.5" |
| Coil Weight | 4000# max |
| Packaging | Ribbon or oscillate wound coils |
| Edges | Round, rolled, slit, deburred, square, broken corner, or custom |
STANDARD & CUSTOM EDGES
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Round Edge Full radius round edge produced by skiving (cutting into layers). * Commonly referred as #1 Round Edge |
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Rolled Edge Modified round edge produced by edge rolls. |
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Slit Edge A rotary slit edge that is roughly square with the burr intact. * Commonly referred as #3 Slit Edge |
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Deburred Edge Same as a slit edge except the burr has been eliminated by rolling or filing. * Commonly referred as #5 Deburred Edge |
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Squared Edge Full-square edge produced by skiving. |
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Broken Corner Skived edge broken corner. |
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V Edge V-shaped edge produced by skiving. |
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Custom Ask about how we can service your custom edging requirements. |