Using the right cutting tools is key when building a bicycle. Each cutting tool has its own specific purpose and application. Here are the details of how common cutting tools are used in the bicycle building process.
Use of milling cutter
Forming and finishing: Milling cutters are primarily used for forming and finishing work on bicycle frames and parts, including cutting and flattening material surfaces, as well as machining specific notches and contours.
Fine machining: Milling cutters are also used to fine machine parts to ensure that their size and shape meet design specifications.
The use of boring tools
Hole processing: Boring tools are mainly used to process precise hole positions on bicycle parts, such as seat tube clamping holes and bearing mounting holes, to ensure that the size, position and finish of the holes meet the requirements.
Use of chamfering milling cutter
Edge processing: Chamfering the edges of bicycle frames and parts to remove sharp edges, burrs, and burrs, which not only improves the appearance, but also makes users safer.
Use of engraving milling cutters
Decoration and marking: Engraving milling cutters are used to engrave decorative patterns, logos and technical parameters on bicycle frames or parts to increase the beauty and recognition of the bicycle.
Use of spot drill
Positioning and pilot holes: Before bicycle parts are screwed together or precise components are installed, use a spot drill to perform preliminary positioning and pilot holes to provide accurate guidance for subsequent precise drilling or threading.
Use of drill bits
Hole processing: Drills are widely used to drill holes in bicycle frames and parts to provide necessary hole positions for screw connections, parts assembly and functional realization (such as wiring harness passage, water bottle cage installation, etc.).
Threading: In some holes, a tap must be used for threading after drilling to install screws or adjusting parts.
Key considerations for using these tools
Material suitability: Choose tools and cutting parameters that match your bike’s material (such as aluminum alloy, steel or carbon fiber) to achieve the best machining results.
Precision requirements: Bicycle production requires high precision, and tool selection and operation must be able to meet precise dimensions and surface quality requirements.
Tool maintenance: Regularly check and maintain tools to ensure their performance and avoid problems during processing that affect product quality.