Ceratizit Introduces End Mill for Titanium, Super Alloys

Ceratizit USA is showcasing high-performance cutting tools for component and industry solutions and emphasize its integral role within the Ceratizit global carbide supply chain.

Ceratizit USA provides a cutting tool portfolio, technical expertise and engineering support to domestic and global customers. The company says its booth at IMTS 2024 reflects its commitment to delivering top-tier solutions by highlighting its connection to the broader organization and the resources available through its global network.

Attendees can expect to see a range of cutting tools from Ceratizit's portfolio including products featured in the company’s upcoming catalog, which is said to showcase a selection of metric and inch tools tailored specifically for metal cutting production in the U.S. and Canadian markets.

Additionally, Ceratizit USA added to its OptiLine Series of solid-carbide end mills with the launch of a six-flute end mill. OptiLine end mills are said to be versatile and optimized for various materials, machining strategies and part applications. The company designed and developed the custom six-flute OptiLine end mill specifically for titanium and super alloys (ISO-S).

The OptiLine six-flute end mill features a premium substrate and advanced tool geometry. The end mill’s asymmetrical variable helix and variable index flute configuration can enhance stability during cutting operations and includes chip splitters designed for applications involving 2.5 × D cutting lengths. Refined cutting edges and Ceratizit’s Dragonskin coating technology can improve chip control and reduce adhesion for longer tool life.

“We started with the six-flute’s foundation ensuring the substrate provides high toughness without sacrificing hardness,” says Scott Walrath, Ceratizit business development manager, solid round tools. “The six-flute’s other key differentiator is the asymmetrical flute design because each tooth on a different helix angle delivers stability when machining a workpiece at varying angles.”

To accommodate customers across U.S. industry sectors, the six-flute end mill is available in inch assortments.