Tap passes the acid test
General-purpose tap achieves reliability while eliminating twisted swarf and short tool life woes.n
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Machining
A closer look at boring combustion parts
Cutting tool manufacturers have been responding to the market and providing creative, effective solutions for boring holes.
Jabro-Solid2 JS750 Endmills
Shops that struggle to maximize end-mill tool life when machining tough materials can now achieve 25 to 40 percent longer life with new Jabro-Solid2 JS750 endmills from Seco Tools. Designed specifically for the aerospace sector, the new JS754 and JS755 tools provide cost-effective high performance to tackle that industry's challenging materials, including ISO M (stainless steel) and S (heat-resistant superalloys and titanium).
v20.25.00 of Expert Nesting software, v3.19 of JOC Automation software
JETCAM announced the launch of new versions of its core nesting software for CNC punch and profiling technologies, JETCAM Expert, and JETCAM Orders Controller (JOC) automation software.
QC just got easier
Look-Ahead: Robotic system finds and records defects in finished parts.
Up grinding versus down grinding
The Grinding Doc dispels the myth that switching from up grinding to down grinding eliminates burn and cuts wheel wear in half.
Benefits of dummy workpieces
The Grinding Doc's a fan of false nips, aka dummy workpieces, but only in certain situations.
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3-Axis and 4-Axis Mill Post Processor
CNC Software Inc., producers of Mastercam CAD/CAM software, announces a 3-axis and 4-axis milling post processor that will unleash the highest productivity on SINUMERIK-controlled machine tools. This new post processor was developed utilizing the technical expertise of Siemens CNC engineers.
Additions to Steadyline Turning/Boring Bars
Seco Tools has expanded its long-reach turning and boring solutions with additions to its series of Steadyline vibration-damping turning/boring bars and their respective heads. The new additions include 1.00" (25 mm) diameter Steadyline bars, GL25 turning heads and 4.00" (100 mm) diameter Steadyline bars, along with a range of rough and fine boring heads for Steadyline bars.
T9225 Insert Grade
Tungaloy's new T9225 insert grade is joining the earlier successes of T9125 to complement the T9200 CVD grade series for steel turning. T9225 brings an exceptional combination of unparalleled wear resistance and top-notch edge toughness of all P25 grades available on the market to every steel turning application.
Swap toolholders in 30 seconds or less
Swiss-Style Machining: The Arno Fast Change system from Arno-Werkzeuge provides fast setups and reduces the downtime.
Tips and tricks for CNC machining
When machining for precision, there's no such thing as planning too much. There are many important aspects to account for, from bit tapers to material burrs to caliper readings. Even what direction you attach your material to the stage can matter. Here are some quick tips to keep in mind as you plan your next machining project.