Cutting Tools
Let the Tool Path Help the Tool
A cutting tool supplier works in CAM software to create processes that extend tool life and improve performance.
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Manual Horizontal Index Table
Distributed by CNC Indexing & Feeding Technologies, Ganro Industrial Corporation’s GCT series manual horizontal index table adds indexing capability to a horizontal boring mill.
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CBN-PCD Diamond-Tipped Boring Bars
Scientific Cutting Tools offers a complete line of PCD-tipped boring bars for abrasive nonferrous materials and CBN-tipped bars for ferrous metal measuring 45 HRc or harder. PCD-tipped boring bars last longer for abrasive, nonferrous metals such as silicon aluminum, ceramics and composites.
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Micron Milling and Mold Chucks
Distributed by ERI-America, Micron milling chucks by Showa Tool are said to guarantee tolerances as tight as 1µm at the chuck nose and 2µm at 3×D.
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Drilling and Plunge Milling Tool
Komet’s Quatron hi.feed milling cutter provides four indexable inserts for roughing applications involving drilling or plunge milling.
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Adjustable Cartridge Drill
Allied’s Revolution Drill features a cartridge design that is adjustable to 0.200" (5.1 mm) on diameter, which eliminates the need for special or subsequent boring operations.
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Performance Grade for Turning Stainless
Ingersoll’s CVD-coated series T-TINOX grades are said to improve productivity in stainless steel turning operations.
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Nothing Boring about Boring
Under the right conditions, a precision boring operation can correct for a drilled hole that is slightly out of location.
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Controlling Burr Formation within Small Intersecting Holes
A reader struggles with burrs between intersecting holes 1 mm and less in diameter. MMS Online’s micromachining expert offers advice.
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Brush Hone Boosts Safety, Productivity, Finish Quality
This manufacturer recently employed the Flex-Hone ball-style honing brush from Brush Research Manufacturing to automate the finishing of die bores. In addition to providing quality and productivity improvements, the tool helped eliminate the potential for operator discomfort and injury.
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