Cost-Per-Hole Advantage

Modular Tool Components
Michigan Deburring Tool’s patented and patent pending designs feature a permanent Assembly Holder, an inexpensive, but tough, Quick Change Pilot, and the option of adjustable, or fixed position, Quick Change Blades. And, because these blades are interchangeable, you can alter a standard adjustable tool into a custom fixed position tool, by simply changing the blade.
THE COMPETITION CAN'T DO THAT!
This combination of low cost components, quick change convenience and design flexibility will add up to LOWER YOUR COST-PER-HOLE.

The Assembly Holder
While this core component of our modular design entails many features, it is surprisingly inexpensive. And since it remains in your machine tool holder during component changes, axial presetting is done just once. So set it and forget it! Both, the pilot stop, and blade mounting pins assure precise locations of our quick change components. A conveniently located Pilot Clamp Screw makes in machine pilot changes both quick and simple. Our Adjustment Screw not only adjust the blade elevation, but facilitates blade insertion and removal as well. And just to make it easier, 1/2 revolution of this screw is all it takes to go from full blade extension to blade removal position. Of course this is done in machine as well.

Another first for Michigan is the Retention Screw. This nylon tipped screw retains the position of the blade by applying passive radial pressure against the Adjustment Screw. This pressure prevents "self adjustment" due to vibrations.

The Quick Change Pilot
The simple design of our Quick Change Pilots not only makes them less expensive, but more durable as well. Small hole pilots (ranges A,B & C) are manufactured from M-2 drill blanks, while the larger pilots (ranges D & above) are made from high quality, H-13 tool steel. Why replace the entire tool when you can replace a single component for a fraction of the cost.

The Quick Change Blade (Adjustable)
The adjustable version of our Quick Change Blade incorporates an integrated spring. This serves to maintain the position of the cutting head relative to the pilot upon adjustment. Another benefit of this blade version is the limiting feature . This feature serves a dual purpose. First, it serves to prevent the blade from being adjusted beyond its working range, (which could result in damage or breakage) and secondly, to assist in the presetting of the blade elevation. To use this feature, once a blade has been inserted, turn the Adjustment Screw in until it stops. At this point you have reached the limiting feature, and the blade is set at maximum elevation. At this setting the tool will cut aggressively. Simply back out the screw about 1/4 turn to achieve a less aggressive setting. By making a mental note of the amount of rotation, you have established a preset reference for subsequent blade changes. Now, as the cutting edge wears due to use, the blade may be adjusted to compensate.

The Quick Change Blade (Fixed Position)
For users who prefer the simplicity of a fixed position blade, The custom built, non adjustable version of our Quick Change Blade is ideal. This is especially true where production levels are very high or operator input is not desired.