It is the unevenness of the machined surface with small spacing and tiny peaks and valleys. The smaller the surface roughness, the smoother the surface.
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Surface Roughness
It is the unevenness of the machined surface with small spacing and tiny peaks and valleys. The smaller the surface roughness, the smoother the surface.
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| Manufacturer / publisher | GRISH / Beijing Grish Hitech |
|---|---|
| Brand / publisher | GRISH |
| Content type | glossary |
| Language | English |
| Category | Metrology & quality control |
| Updated | 2026-10-16 |
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Source: https://grish.com/term/surface-roughness/ · Original publication: 2022-09-23. Manufacturer claims and terminology are reproduced as source material.Explore Polishing glossary ↗
Source: https://grish.com/term/surface-roughness/ · Original publication: 2022-09-23. Manufacturer claims and terminology are reproduced as source material.Explore Polishing glossary ↗
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