Steelmax 120V BM18 Portable Beveling Machine w/Radius Head, shown for steel beveling and plate edge preparation tasks.
Steelmax 120V BM18 Portable Beveling Machine SM-BM18 used by gloved hands for precise metal edge preparation.
Steelmax 120V BM18 Portable Beveling Machine in action: a gloved hand prepares the edge of a metal plate with precision.
Steelmax 120V BM18 Portable Beveling Machine SM-BM18: Worker in gloves operates radius head tool for plate edge finishing.
Steelmax 120V BM18 Portable Beveling Machine in use as a person bevels a metal pipe edge, sparks flying.

Steelmax 120V BM18 Portable Beveling Machine w/Radius Head (SM-BM18)

Sale price$3,495.00
Radius Milling Head:

Radius Milling Head

Radius Inserts Pkg/4:

Radius Inserts Pkg/4

Lead time: 2-3 Days

Quantity:
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The Steelmax BM18 is a light-weight portable beveling machine for use on flat, curved or rolled plate. It can also perform O.D. and I.D. bevels on pipe, including deburring, and can chamfer and countersink holes with a minimum diameter of 1-9/16" (40 mm).  Interchangeable bevel milling heads, utilizing indexable carbide inserts, are available for bevel angles of 22.5°, 30°, 37.5°, 45° and 60°. A radius milling head is also available with indexable carbide inserts to radius plate edges with a perfect 2, 3, 4 and 5 mm radius.

The BM18 is equipped with a simple bevel depth adjustment and electronic speed control for use on a variety of materials, including steel and aluminum. The BM18 is highly efficient for edge weld preparation and for producing radius plate edges for optimal paint and coating adhesion. The compact design makes the BM18 an excellent tool for many fabrication applications.

Please choose your desired radius head, then select your desired R2-R5 radius inserts. R2 would give you a 2 mm radius, and R5 would give you a 5 mm radius. 

Ideal Uses
• Beveled Edges for Weld Preparation
• Rounding Off Edges for Paint Preparation
• Removing Burrs and Sharp Edges
• Cleaning Out Holes and Cut Outs

Benefits
• Increased Production - up to 10x faster than grinding
• Consistent High-Quality Finish
• Improved Safety over Grinding Wheels
• Produces No Hazardous Dust
• No Distortion or Heat Input to Workpiece
• Variable Speed Control Permits Adjustment of Milling Head
• Requires No Secondary Grinding to Remove Heat Affected Zones

Features
• Rotary Milling Head with 4 Piece Tool Holder for Indexable Tin Coated Carbide Inserts
• 45-Degree Bevel with Variable Width up to 1/4-Inch (7mm)
• Radius Milling Inserts Available in Sizes 2, 3, 4, and 5 mm
• Compact Ergonomic Design with Cushioned Handle
• Special Anti-Loading Inserts Available for Beveling Aluminum
• Optional Anti-Abrasion Guide Plate for Smoother Aluminum Milling

Quick Specs
• Voltage: 110-120V | 50-60 Hz
• Spindle Speed: 1800 - 5850 RPM
• Max Bevel Width: 11/16" (18 mm)
• Min Material Thickness: 1/16" (2 mm)
• Min Diameter for Countersinking: 1-9/16" (40 mm)
• Weight w/out Head: 22 lbs (10 kg)
• Dims: 23" x 6" x 9.5" (585 x 156 x 238 mm)
• Motor: 2200 Watts

Includes
• BM18 Beveler (Heads and Inserts Must be Selected from Drop Down Boxes)
• Plastic Carry Case
• Tool Kit Set
• Operators Manual

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