ARNO Werkzeuge USA. announces the SE grooving and part-off system. This cutting tool and insert system from ARNO USA is designed to optimize turning, grooving, parting-off and copy turning operations.

The "double V" insert seat design guarantees an accurate and secure location. In combination with a fixed stop it ensures precise insert repeatability, the SE groove and groove turning cutting tool system from ARNO USA is an economical and efficient solution for radial grooving and parting-off applications. The series is available in a wide variety of tooling configurations and sizes. They include inserts with groove widths from 0.079" to 0.236" (2mm to 6mm) with three geometries and available in five different grades. The geometries and grades available include:

• sintered geometry is especially design for grooving, turning and copy turning in steel and stainless steel materials.
• sintered geometry is for machining Steels and Stainless-Steel materials and universal geometry. Also suitable for thin-wall machining.
• ALU high precision ground geometry is available for nonferrous materials (aluminums – plastics).

Shank sizes range from 5/8" ¾" and 1" (12, 16, 20 and 25 mm) and depth capacity of either .472" or .827" (12 or 21mm).

ARNO USA's SE groove turn system offers machine shops many features and benefits which include:

• Active insert clamping with fixed stop for accurate insert positioning
• Directly pressed inserts with dedicated geometries for cost-efficient and optimum solution for reliable groove production
• The ground version is an ideal choice for nonferrous materials with sharp edge inserts and polished tops for better chip flow. Excellent for machining aluminums and plastics.
• Geometries for cutting steel and stainless steel
• Strong cutting edge for maximum feed rates and cutting depths

ARNO's ACS system is a new technology in monoblock holders. The ACS System ensures the coolant flow is directly underneath the chip. This is more accurate and efficient, thereby improving tool life considerably.