Understanding the Identification System for Indexable Inserts
Oct 1, 2014 · There are 16 standard shapes of indexable inserts, and each shape is identified by a capital letter as follows (Figure 1): A – Parallelogram 85°; B – Parallelogram 82°; C – Diamond 80° (Rhombic); D – Diamond 55° (Rhombic); E – Diamond 75° (Rhombic); H – Hexagon 120°; K – Parallelogram 55°; L – Rectangle 90°;
Metalworking's Leading Publication | Cutting Tool Engineering
Oct 31, 2024 · Cutting tool manufacturer uses ultrasonic technology to remove burrs. 11/08/2024. Since May 2024, Intercable Tools GmbH, a more than 50-year-old manufacturer of connection technology and tools, has been using ultrasonic deburring technology from the …
Calculated forces when turning | Cutting Tool Engineering
Feb 1, 2013 · About the Authors: Edmund Isakov (pictured), Ph.D., is a consultant, writer and frequent CTE contributor. He is the author of the books “Mechanical Properties of Work Materials” (Modern Machine Shop Publications, 2000); “Engineering Formulas for Metalcutting” (Industrial Press, 2004); “Cutting Data for Turning of Steel” (Industrial Press, 2009); the CD-ROM “International System ...
Getting reaming right | Cutting Tool Engineering
Jun 1, 2010 · About the Author: Alan Richter is editor of Cutting Tool Engineering, having joined the publication in 2000. Contact him at (847) 714-0175 or [email protected]. Courtesy of Komet of America. Tool life increased from 1,200 holes to up to 50,000 holes when Magna Powertrain USA switched from a carbide reamer to a Dihart cermet-tipped Monomax Solid ...
Understanding cutting equations | Cutting Tool Engineering
Jul 1, 2014 · The following equation is used to calculate spindle speed: rpm = sfm ÷ diameter × 3.82, where diameter is the cutting tool diameter or the part diameter on a lathe in inches, and 3.82 is a constant that comes from an algebraic simplifica-tion of the more complex formula: rpm = (sfm × 12) ÷ (diameter × π).
The fundamentals of industrial sawing | Cutting Tool Engineering
July 28, 2017 - 07:15am. Extracting computer-generated shapes from CNC machines with high-pressure water and high-energy lasers can be appealing, making it is easy to forget about more-traditional cutting methods such as sawing. Sawing is one of the most common manufacturing processes in a machine shop. It is versatile, simple and reliable.
Tapping the Deep Hole | Cutting Tool Engineering
Aug 1, 1995 · The choice of tap for a deep-hole tapping operation will have an impact on the cost of the operation. Generally, hand taps will be the least expensive option. Spiral-point taps cost about 10% to 20% more, and spiral-flute taps may cost twice as much as hand taps. Forming taps are about 2 1/4 times the cost of hand taps.
Learn the ins and outs of centerless grinding
Jul 1, 2020 · Anyone who earns a living at a machine shop probably has heard about centerless grinding, but it is an obscure process often only familiar in name. The three basic types of centerless grinding are through-feed, in-feed and end-feed. In each case, the fundamental configuration of a machine is identical. The three primary components of a centerless grinder are the grinding wheel, regulating ...
Hertel Metalworking Products | Cutting Tool Engineering
Apr 1, 2015 · 800-645-7270. Fax. 800-255-5067. View Website. Send Email. View Buyers Guide. April 01, 2015. MSC Industrial Supply Co. is significantly expanding its Hertel line of metalworking products. This expanded offering features a wide range of new tools, including material-specific turning insert grades, spotting drills, combined drill and countersink ...
Understanding tangential cutting force when milling
May 1, 2012 · Number of Teeth Engaged (Zc): Engagement Factor (Ef): Cutting Tool Wear Factor (Tf): Calculate Ft. Tangential Cutting Force (Ft): Formula: Ft = σ × A × Zc × Ef × Tf. Because of the end user’s interest in milling a specific titanium alloy, the following information is provided about Ti6Al4V, an alpha-beta titanium alloy.