Mikron Corp. Monroe, based in Monroe, Conn., has added a new product family to its line of cutting tools. Tapping and threading tools from the DC Swiss company are now available directly from inventory at Mikron Corp. DC Swiss has been selected due to its specialized knowledge and decades-long experience in threading technology, according to Mikron.

DC Swiss develops and produces threading tools for many industry segments and all materials, according to the company, including taps, thread mills and thread forming tools for diameters from 0.0118" to 6.300" (0.300mm to 160mm).

Highlights include:

• Tapping and threading tools for difficult-to-machine materials, such as titanium alloys, Ni-alloys and stainless steel alloys.
• Nano programs for small threads.
• Thread whirling cutters for difficult materials at diameters starting at 0.0118" (0.300mm).
• Threading tools for aerospace materials.
• A special "Fit Line" program specifically for the U.S. market (in DIN length/ANSI shank diameters).