Cutting Tools & Tooling

Products • June 6, 2016

Terminator Impact Bit Set

Wiha Tools has introduced a new Terminator Impact Bit Set in a compact metal box. After months of testing and engineering enhancements, Wiha has completed and improved the production of Terminator Impact Bits.

Products • June 6, 2016

AH8000 Inserts

Tungaloy Corp. announced an expansion of the AH8000 series for heat-resistant alloy turning. This expansion adds a new positive insert line to the product family.

Products • June 2, 2016

WDN10 PCD Insert

The WDN10 from Walter, a high-performance and wear-resistant polycrystalline diamond (PCD) insert delivers outstanding hardness, a low coefficient of friction and minimum heat distortion. This helps result in maximum productivity and cost efficiency in the high-speed machining of nonferrous materials.

Products • June 1, 2016

Wide Variety of Pipe Taps

Reiff & Nestor Co. manufactures and stocks a wide variety of both tapered (NPT, ANTP, NPTF, BSPT) and straight pipe taps (NPS, NPSM, NSPC, NPSF, BSP). Both NPT and NPTF are available with 0-2˚ rake, medium and high hooks.

Products • May 31, 2016

MILLHOG Rolling Motors and Tube Expanders

A full line of pneumatic rolling motors and tube expanders for straight-, flare-, long-reach and beaded rolls that prevent over and under expansion are available for sale or rent from Esco Tool.

Products • May 31, 2016

»dia-blue-power« PCD Cartridge Milling Cutter

LACH DIAMOND introduces its newly developed PCD cartridge milling cutter »dia-blue-power«. A PCD monoblock milling cutter with brazed cutting edges, chip and shear angle and a large chip space created the basis for better performance and cost reductions in the automobile and composite industries, according to the company.

Products • May 26, 2016

CNC Shank Boring Bars

Vermont Indexable Tooling announced the release of its patent-pending LS boring bar line. These boring bars are ready for work, equipped with a CNC shank and overall geometries that are designed to bore through a multitude of materials.

Products • May 26, 2016

Microscale Engraving Cutters

BIG KAISER introduces a series of new micro engraving cutters developed and built by its partner Sphinx (Derendingen, Switzerland). Building on Sphinx's microtooling expertise, the solid-carbide engraving cutters' sharp, positive cutting geometry promotes burr-free surface finishes and smooth transitions.

News • May 26, 2016 • Superior Spindle Service

5 ways to extend CNC spindle life

For most manufacturers, the productivity of their CNC equipment can be measured in fractions of seconds when it comes to things like cutting or grinding cycle times and the intervals between tool changes. The performance of the spindle—the workhorse of the CNC machine—has a dramatic impact on that productivity.

Products • May 25, 2016

Thread Gages in Standard and Nonstandard Sizes

The Rymon Co. specializes in stocking standard and nonstandard thread gage sizes. Stock includes: UN-UNS-UNC-UNF-UNEF-UNJ-STI; METRIC-METRIC STI-BSPP.

Products • May 24, 2016

MaxiMill 491 Mill System

Cutting Solutions by CERATIZIT has introduced the MaxiMill 491 milling system, engineered for easier use, more parts per shift, faster changeovers and profiles of exactly 90°. The MaxiMill 491 system offers eight smooth-cutting edges per insert to provide significant increases in production and savings, the company said.

Products • May 24, 2016

TorqueControl SoftFinish Pistol Ratchets

Wiha Tools has introduced TorqueControl SoftFinish Pistol Ratchets. Overtightening the screw is eliminated by the Wihanreliable torque technology. There's a distinctly audible and perceptible click signal when torque is reached.