Using abrasive flow machining, Extrude Hone AFM can smooth fuel and air passages with flexible abrasive media that conforms to the geometry of the component.
The process is well suited to performance applications where internal passage quality and restriction can influence engine breathing.
How Automotive AFM Works
A polymer media carrying abrasive particles is forced through the part under hydraulic pressure.
As the media moves through runners, bends, and restrictions, it abrades the internal surface.
This allows the process to address features beyond the reach of conventional polishing tools.
The amount and location of material removal can be influenced by media formulation, abrasive concentration, pressure, tooling, and geometry.
Common Automotive Components
Extrude Hone AFM can evaluate:- Intake manifolds
- Exhaust manifolds
- Turbocharger housings
- Turbo impellers
- Pumps
- Cylinders and related passages
- Fuel pathways
- Airflow passages
The company's automotive information also identifies many compatible engine configurations, including diesels, turbos, hemis, and engines with a wide range of cylinder counts.
Performance and Flow
The purpose of automotive AFM is to improve the way air and fuel move through the engine component.
Improved flow can help support:
- Increased volumetric efficiency
- Better cylinder filling
- Improved horsepower
- Increased torque
- More efficient combustion
These potential benefits depend on the engine as a system. AFM is one part of a complete performance strategy.
Las Vegas Motorsports and Performance Applications
Las Vegas has an active performance automotive market that includes racing, exotic vehicles, off-road builds, motorcycles, classic cars, high-performance street vehicles, and specialty fabrication.
AFM can be valuable for customers seeking an internal finishing process beyond standard bolt-on modifications.
It may also help when working with custom or rare components that cannot easily be replaced.
Intake Manifold AFM
The intake manifold is the most frequently cited automotive application for AFM.
Its internal runners directly affect airflow into the engine, making reduced restriction potentially valuable.
Extrude Hone AFM recommends intake manifolds as a priority when customers plan to process just one engine component.Different Materials, Different Media
Aluminum and cast iron respond differently to abrasive processing.
Extrude Hone AFM can select a suitable abrasive approach for the component's material, along with the required tooling and pressure.This allows the process to be adapted to many stock, aftermarket, and custom engine parts.
Repeatable Processing
Once Extrude Hone AFM develops the correct combination of tool, grit, media, and pressure, results can be repeated on similar components.
Call (562) 531-2976 to discuss Las Vegas, NV automotive AFM and request a quote.
FAQs
Can AFM be used on motorcycle engines?
Yes. Extrude Hone AFM's automotive AFM applications include a variety of car, truck, and motorcycle engines.
Can AFM improve a turbocharged setup?
Suitable turbo components and associated flow passages can be evaluated for AFM.
