Turning Tools
Sumitomo Offers Quick-Change System, Chipbreaker for Swiss-Type Machining
The PSZ Turn System offers products for front-turning, grooving, thread-cutting and back-turning applications. Additionally, the MEFF Chipbreaker enables excellent chip control, low cutting force and good surface finish at a range of depth of cuts.
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Walter Introduces New Turning Insert Geometry
The MP6 geometry combines features for medium machining, such as a positive rake angle, with those of roughing inserts.
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Tungaloy Adds Chipbreaker to Line of PVD-Coated Inserts
The PVD-coated insert grade series AH8000 performs in turning operations for heat resistant superalloys.
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Tungaloy Expands Turning Tool Lines With Left-Handed Inserts
The TCS18 and TCL18 inserts are designed for left-hand cuts, expanding product lines that previously offered only right-hand inserts.
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Ceramic Turning Grade Offers Alternative to PcBN
Kennametals’ KYHK15B grade reportedly provides greater depth of cut capabilities than PcBN inserts when machining hardened steel, high-temperature alloys and cast iron.
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Walter Introduces New Insert Grades for Turning Steel
Walter offers three Tiger·tec Gold grades specifically designed for turning operations in steel and cast iron.
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How to Turn Machine Shop Downtime Into Process Expertise
To take advantage of a lull in business, JR Machine devised a week-long cutting tool event that elevated the shop’s capabilities with aerospace alloys.
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Buying a Lathe: The Basics
Lathes represent some of the oldest machining technology, but it’s still helpful to remember the basics when considering the purchase of a new turning machine.
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Cermet Turning Insert Maximizes Dimensional Accuracy
Walter’s cermet turning insert is designed to ensure dimensional accuracy, superior surface finish and reduced vibration.
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Choosing Your Carbide Grade: A Guide
Without an international standard for designating carbide grades or application ranges, users must rely on relative judgments and background knowledge for success.
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