Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Chapter 1 - Why Choose Flex-Hone® Tools? Features and Benefits

    • 1.0 Why Choose Flex-Hone® Tools? Features and Benefits

    • 1.1 Abrasive Globules and Flexible Nylon Filaments

    • 1.2 Mounting

    • 1.3 Sizes

    • 1.4 Cutting Action

    • 1.5 Surface Finish Quality

    • 1.6 Benefits of the Flex-Hone Tool

    • Chapter 1 Quiz - Test your knowledge

  • 2

    Chapter 2 - Flexible Hones vs. Rigid Hones

    • 2.0 Flexible Hones vs. Rigid Hones

    • 2.1 When to Use Flexible Hones Instead of Rigid Hones

    • 2.2 When to Use Rigid Hones Instead of Flexible Hones

    • 2.3 Flex-Hone Advantages

    • Chapter 2 Quiz - Test your knowledge

  • 3

    Chapter 3 - Flex-Hone® Setups and Configurations

    • 3.0 Flex-Hone® Setups and Configurations

    • 3.1 Operations and Lubrication

    • 3.2 Off-Line Operations

    • 3.3 In-Machine Operations

    • 3.4 Mounting Styles

    • Chapter 3 Quiz -Test your knowledge

  • 4

    Chapter 4 - Target Markets: Industries and Applications for Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 4.0 Target Markets: Industries and Applications for Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 4.1 Aerospace

    • 4.2 Aluminum Extrusions

    • 4.3 Automotive

    • 4.4 Brass Instruments

    • 4.5 Earth Moving Equipment

    • 4.6 Fluid Power

    • 4.7 General Industry

    • 4.8 Hydraulics

    • 4.9 Marine

    • 4.10 Military/Defense

    • 4.11 Oil and Gas

    • Chapter 4 Quiz - Test your knowledge

  • 5

    Chapter 5 - Selecting Abrasives and Grits for Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 5.0 Selecting Abrasives and Grits for Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 5.1 Understanding Abrasive Types and Grits

    • 5.2 Abrasive Quick Reference Chart

    • 5.3 Achieving the Desired Finish

    • 5.4 End and Stem Markings

    • Chapter 5 Quiz - Test your knowledge

  • 6

    Chapter 6 - Tool Diameter and Operating Parameters

    • 6.0 Tool Diameter and Operating Parameters

    • 6.1 Flex-Hone® Tools and Diameters

    • 6.2 Tool Diameters and Recommended Speeds

    • 6.3 Tool Diameters and Stroke Rate

    • Chapter 6 Quiz - Test your knowledge

  • 7

    Chapter 7 – Types of Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 7.0 Types of Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 7.1 Standard-Duty Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 7.2 Heavy-Duty Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 7.3 Extra Heavy-Duty Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 7.4 Flex-Hone® for Rotors Tools

    • 7.5 Diamond Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 7.6 Flex-Hone® Tools for Chamfer Blending

    • 7.7 Flex-Hone® for Firearms Tools

    • Chapter 7 Quiz - Test your knowledge

  • 8

    Chapter 8 – Flex-Hone® Part Numbers

    • 8.0 Flex-Hone® Part Numbers

    • 8.1 Five-Digit Part IDs and Flex-Hone® for Firearms Tools

    • 8.2 Smart Part IDs for Flex-Hone® Tools

    • Chapter 8 Quiz - Test your knowledge

  • 9

    Chapter 9 – Custom Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 9.0 Custom Flex-Hone® Tools

    • 9.1 Bore Diameter

    • 9.2 Brush Part Length, Overall Length, and Form

    • 9.3 Abrasive Types and Grit

    • Chapter 9 Quiz - Test your knowledge

  • 10

    Final Exam - Flex-Hone® Tools

    • Final Exam - Introduction to the Flex-Hone Tool