In these days of intense competition and shrinking profitability in the machining process, Companies struggle to get the basics right regarding Tooling fundamentals.Lets look at one here,Machinists usually select an insert for an operation, based the following characteristics :How versatile it is in cutting different part contoursSpindle power required to cutVibrations during cutting, which are …
Metalworking fluid is a blend of many chemicals that’s main job is to help oil emulsify (mix) into water. Many years ago, this fluid contained carcinogens, Now many countries prohibit from both sale and dumping down the drain.Without the carcinogens, metalworking fluid is not resistant to bacteria growth and in the right conditions, in a …
Secondary Machining operations such as chamfering edges of irregular shaped components , Square holes, Hex Holes and irregular shaped Bores can be frustrating and time consuming headache for machinists.Many a times the situation is compounded by inconsistent results and dimensions during chamfering. It makes chamfering these odd shaped edges a skill based activity increasing operator …
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CNC machinists frequently struggle to reach a balance between optimum cutting parameters and achieving the maximum tool life possible.Know the 3 top things to Reduce machining cycle time without reducing your Cutting Tool life. Cutting Speed has the highest effect on tool life. Feed rate has a much smaller effect. Depth of cut has almost …
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