Forte Rotary Broaches

Forte Rotary Broaches

Somma Tool Co., a manufacturer of rotary broaching tools and holders, announces a new line of broaches called Forte.

January 1, 2015
Cutting Tools & Tooling Special / Custom Cutting Tools

Somma Tool Co., a manufacturer of rotary broaching tools and holders, announces a new line of broaches called Forte.

Forte broaches are made of a tough broaching material. It is the company's new standard stock material replacing M2.

Forte has a high wear resistance, resulting in better tool life plus no chipping, according to the company.

The Forte broaches take a deep depth of cut and can be used in non-Somma broach holders as well.

ANSI hex and square broaches are stocked for same day shipping. Special "to print" sizes are available in 1-2 days.

Glossary terms in this article

  • wear resistance
    Ability of the tool to withstand stresses that cause it to wear during cutting; an attribute linked to alloy composition, base material, thermal conditions, type of tooling and ope…
  • depth of cut
    Distance between the bottom of the cut and the uncut surface of the workpiece, measured in a direction at right angles to the machined surface of the workpiece.

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