NTK's Shaper Duo tools are effective alternatives to traditional approaches for socket machining, such as end milling and rotary broaching. The insert bars generate less tool pressure than broach methods, and cycle time is greatly reduced due to an efficient machining process. The system generates better socket tolerance and corner edge sharpness. The tooling is designed for positioning in the back spindle of Swiss machines. NTK carries a selection of insert bars capable of machining T6 up to T30 hexalobular sockets, hexagon size ranging from 1.5 up to 12mm, and square sockets ranging from 1.9 up to 8.1mm AF range.

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