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Cutting Tools
The Overhang Effect
The length by which the tool extends from the toolholder is a variable that can be used to 'tune' the machining process. Contrary to what you may expect, increasing the tool's L:D ratio may reduce chatter and result in more productive milling.
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Manufacturer Learns How To Use Cutting Tools More Effectively
In today's competitive climate, cutting tool manufacturers have to do more than just produce tools--they have to help customers use those tools effectively.
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A Boring System For Non-Round Holes
Machining an out-of-round bore is easy if you're not particular about the location or magnitude of the roundness error. But accurately machining a hole that has a precisely defined non-round profile is a capability that would seem to be well beyond what a standard boring bar can accomplish.
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Harley Davidson Parts Manufacturer Mills A 'Mile Of Aluminum'
This designer and manufacturer of Harley-Davidson aftermarket motorcycle engines and related components, is using PCD milling to finish engine cases, oil pumps, rocker boxes, inner and outer primary engine covers, and transmission cases and covers.
Read MoreIntegrated Tool Management
Bridging the gap between process engineering and shop floor activities can bring about a "deproliferation" of cutting tools.
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CMM Locks In Inspection And Productivity
This company, established more than 140 years ago, manufactures a high volume of brass padlocks annually. They are made on two large rotary transfer machines with drilling capabilities. The company is also doing reverse engineering for tooling purposes for other machines it uses in its manufacturing and assembly departments.
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The Case For Copy Milling Cutters
The round-insert 'button cutter' can bring a high metal removal rate to a low horsepower machining center.
Read MoreTooling Reduces 21 Minute Job To 9 Minutes
Shop leadership was looking for a way to reduce the time it took to complete a very difficult boring job. The job took 21 minutes per part to complete with multiple roughing and finishing processes. It required 10 minutes of hone time.
Read MoreNew Borders For Swiss-Type Turning
The traditional niche may be too narrow. This shop uses sliding-headstock lathes for jobs that wouldn't normally be run on this type of machine.
Read MoreHigh Speed Machining Of Dies And Molds (Revisited)
A new machine may not be needed— just changes in the process.
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