Silicon Nitride Insert Increases Productivity
Greenleaf offers the GSN100 silicon nitride ceramic insert grade to increase productivity during machining of cast iron.
The inserts increase tool life and offer cutting speeds ranging to 5,000 sfpm (1,525 m/min.) in single-point turning and grooving operations as well as milling operations. The insert is available in standard and special geometries, trigons, Rough Stuff surface treatments and custom edge preparations for specific applications.
Related Content
-
A New Milling 101: Milling Forces and Formulas
The forces involved in the milling process can be quantified, thus allowing mathematical tools to predict and control these forces. Formulas for calculating these forces accurately make it possible to optimize the quality of milling operations.
-
Selecting a Thread Mill That Matches Your Needs
Threading tools with the flexibility to thread a broad variety of holes provide the agility many shops need to stay competitive. They may be the only solution for many difficult materials.
-
How to Mitigate Chatter to Boost Machining Rates
There are usually better solutions to chatter than just reducing the feed rate. Through vibration analysis, the chatter problem can be solved, enabling much higher metal removal rates, better quality and longer tool life.
