Learn how a precision steel ball is made. From heading, flashing, heat treating, grinding, lapping and final inspection.
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From Raw Material to Final Inspection
HOW A PRECISION BALL IS MADE
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1. Heading
Wire or Rod Produces “Slugs” through Header
2. Flashing
Flashing Removes the Ring Around the “Slug”
3. Heat Treating
The Rough Balls are then Heat Treated
