Cutting Tools
Consider a Systems Approach to Tooling
How parts are processed is the key to reducing cycle times, especially when using Swiss-type and turn-mill machines.
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New Use of Hard Machining Can Replace EDM
Throughout the past decade, new developments in cutting tools and machining center technologies have opened the door for milling of complex component shapes and geometries in hardened materials previously accomplished through Electrical Discharge Machining.
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Tooling for Composite Applications
Designed for efficient hole making in composite materials, the CoroDrill 854 and CoroDrill 856 have been developed to withstand demands from CFRP materials and aluminum stacks.
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Faster Centerline Drilling with Continuous Pecks
One of the most difficult small-part turning operations does not involve a turning tool at all, but instead involves a drill.
Read MoreA Fix for Rigid Tapping Errors
Although it is a well-known fact that no one or nothing is perfect, there is comfort in knowing that there are ways to compensate for some imperfection, especially when dealing with machine tools. Most CNC machine tools now offer rigid tapping capability as a standard feature.
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Cutting Tool R&D Proves Productive
Paying attention to small differences in cutting tool technology makes an impact at this New England Swiss shop.
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Strategy Change Leads to Performance Boost
The application of a Horn Type 636 slot milling cutter has set new standards of accuracy, tool life, process reliability and costs for milling recesses on planetary gears at Sitec Aerospace in Bad Tölz, Bavaria, Germany.
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Cutting Tools for Titanium, Aluminum and Composite Aerospace Components
The company offers a range of Cyclo Cut cutting tools and Cyclo Cool metalworking fluids designed and blended for all aspects of aerospace machining.
Read MoreCreating the Indexable Insert
In the shop, we are often told how to use a cutting tool, but not necessary the mechanics behind the tool itself or how the tool is manufactured. A few articles Production Machining has published in the past discuss this topic.
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Continuous Improvement Streamlines Throughput on CNC Swiss-types
Applying continuous improvement is how this Swiss shop keeps ahead of the crowd.
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