what is a lapping tool
Laps and lapping tools are used for precision surface finishing, often in conjunction with loose abrasive compounds. Lap is a soft material that is charged with an abrasive and is used for cutting harder material.A lapping machine uses a charged lead piece as lap for cutting a hardened steel piece. lapping ring tool is a tool used to set the ring properly in the piston grooves. Other laps and lapping tools are commonly available. There are several ways in which laps and lapping tools function.