Sandvik Coromant Academy
Metal Cutting Technology
Training Handbook n x D m x π 1000 vc =
Content Turning Theory Selection procedure System overview Choice of inserts Choice of tools - External - Internal Code keys Troubleshooting
Drilling A A A A
4 12 16 22
A A A A
50 56 66 70
Parting & Grooving Theory Selection procedure System overview Parting & grooving - how to apply - Parting off - General grooving - Circlip grooving - Face grooving - Profiling - Turning - Undercutting Troubleshooting
B B B B B B B B B B B B
4 7 11 15 22 25 27 28 31 33 35 36
Threading Theory Selection procedure System overview How to apply Troubleshooting
E E E E E E
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F F F F F F
4 9 14 16 21 26
G G G G G G
4 7 15 23 29 33
H H H H
4 18 29 44
H H H H
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Boring Theory Selection procedure System overview Choice of tools How to apply Troubleshooting
Tool holding History and background Why modular tooling Turning centers Machining centers Multi-task machines Chucks
Machinability C C C C C
4 9 13 19 25
Workpiece materials The cutting edge Cutting tool materials Manufacturing of cemented carbide
Other information
Milling Theory Selection procedure System overview Choice of insert – how to apply Choice of tools – how to apply Troubleshooting
Theory Selection procedure System overview How to apply Hole quality and tolerances Troubleshooting
D D D D D D
4 9 13 24 29 36
Machining economy Maintenance & tool wear Formulas and definitions Cutting data calculator
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A2
Turning Turning generates cylindrical and rounded forms with a single-point tool. In most cases the tool is stationary with the workpiece rotating.
• Theory
A4
• Selection procedure
A 12
• System overview
A 16
• Choice of inserts – how to apply
A 22
•C hoice of tools – how to apply - External - Internal
A 50 A 56
• Code keys
A 66
• Troubleshooting
A 70
A3
A
Theory
B
Turning is the combination of two movements – rotation of the workpiece and feed movement of the tool.
Parting and grooving
Turning
General turning operations
The feed movement of the tool can be along the axis of the workpiece, which means the diameter of the part will be turned down to a smaller size. Alternatively, the tool can be fed towards the center (facing off), at the end of the part. Often feeds are combinations of these two directions, resulting in tapered or curved surfaces.
Threading
C
D
Milling
Turning and facing as axial and radial tool movements.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Three common turning operations:
G Tool holding
- Longitudinal turning - Facing - Profiling.
Machinability Other information
H
A4
Theory
A
Turning
Definitions of terms Spindle speed
B
The spindle speed rpm (revolution per minute) is the rotation of the chuck and workpiece.
Parting and grooving
n (rpm)
Threading
C
vc (ft/min)
(m/min)
The cutting speed is the surface speed, ft/min (m/min), at which the tool moves along the workpiece in feet (meters) per minute.
D
Milling
Cutting speed
Definition of cutting speed
n
C
F
vc = cutting speed, ft/min (m/min)
Boring
The definition of cutting speed as the result of the diameter, pi (π) and spindle speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). The circumference (C) is the distance the cutting edge moves in a revolution.
Drilling
E
Dm = machined diameter, inch (mm)
G Tool holding
n = spindle speed, rpm Circumference, C = π x Dm inch (mm) Metric
vc =
π × Dm × n 12
ft/min
vc =
π × Dm × n 1000
H
m/min
A5
Machinability Other information
Inch
A
Theory
Turning
Calculation of the circumference •C ircumference = π x diameter (inch) (mm)
B Parting and grooving
• π (pi) = 3.14 Example: Dm2 = 3 .937 inch (100 mm) Circumference = 3.14 x 3.937 = 12.362 inch
C Threading
Circumference = 3.14 x 100 = 314 mm Dm1 = 1 .969 inch (50 mm) Circumference = 3.14 x 1.969 = 6.183 inch
D
Milling
Circumference = 3.14 x 50 = 157 mm
Example of cutting speed fluctuations
E
The cutting speed differs depending on the workpiece diameter. Given:
Drilling
Spindle speed, n = 2000 rpm Diameter, Dm1 = 1.969 inch (50 mm) Diameter, Dm2 = 3.150 inch (80 mm)
Boring
F
Inch
G Tool holding
vc =
vc1 =
H Machinability Other information
Metric
vc2 =
A6
π × Dm × n 12
ft/min
3.14 × 1.969 × 2000 12 3.14 × 3.150 × 2000 12
vc =
= 1030 ft/min
vc1 =
= 1649 ft/min
vc2 =
π × Dm × n 1000
m/min
3.14 × 50 × 2000 1000 3.14 × 80 × 2000 1000
= 314 m/min = 502 m/min
Theory
A
Feed
fn = cutting feed (inch/r) (mm/r) ap = depth of cut (inch) (mm)
κr = entering angle ψr = lead angle
Depth of cut
E
F
Boring
Lead angle = 0° Entering angle = 90°
The cutting depth (ap) in inch (mm) is half of the difference between the un-cut and cut diameter of the workpiece. The cutting depth is always measured at right angles to the feed direction of the tool.
D
Lead (entering) angle The cutting edge approach to the workpiece is expressed through the lead angle (ψr), which is the angle between the cutting edge and the workpiece plane. It can also be expressed as the entering angle (κr), the angle between the cutting edge and the direction of feed. The lead angle is important in the basic selection of the correct turning tool for an operation.
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G Tool holding
vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min)
The cutting feed (fn) in inch/r (mm/r) is the movement of the tool in relation to the revolving workpiece. This is a key value in determining the quality of the surface being machined and for ensuring that the chip formation is within the scope of the tool geometry. This value influences, not only how thick the chip is, but also how the chip forms against the insert geometry.
C
H Machinability Other information
n = spindle speed (rpm)
Parting and grooving
The cutting speed (vc) in ft/min (m/min) at which the periphery of the cut workpiece diameter passes the cutting edge.
Threading
Surface/cutting speed
B
Milling
The workpiece rotates in the lathe, with a certain spindle speed (n), at a certain number of revolutions per minute (rpm).
Drilling
Spindle speed
Turning
Definitions of terms
A
Theory
Turning
Calculating cutting data Example of how to calculate the spindle speed (n) from cutting speed (vc).
Parting and grooving
B
Cutting speed
Given: Cutting speed, vc = 1312 ft/min (400 m/min)
C Threading
Diameter Dm = 3.937 inch (100 mm)
D
Inch
Metric
Milling
n=
n=
Drilling
E
vc × 12 π × Dm
1312 × 12 3.14 × 3.937
r/min
= 1274 r/min
n=
π × Dm 400 ×1000 3.14 × 100
r/min
= 1274 r/min
Inclination and rake angles Rake angle
F
Boring
λ γ
G
The rake angle gamma (γ) is a measure of the edge in relation to the cut. The rake angle of the insert itself is usually positive and the clearance face is in the form of a radius, chamfer or land and affects tool strength, power consumption, finishing ability of the tool, vibration tendency and chip formation.
Tool holding
Inclination angle
The inclination angle lamda (λ) is the angle the insert is mounted in the tool holder. When mounted in the tool holder, the insert geometry and inclination in the tool holder will determine the resulting cutting angle with which the cutting edge cuts.
H Machinability Other information
vc × 1000
n=
A8
Theory
A
Turning
Cutting depth and chip formation B
ap
κr Parting and grooving
ap
The cutting depth (ap) is the length the edge goes into the workpiece.
Chip formation varies with depth of cut, lead (entering) angle, feed, material and insert geometry.
Threading
C
D
Milling
Feed rate and the effective cutting edge length
Drilling
E
The effective cutting edge length (la) relates to cutting depth and lead (entering) angle.
G Tool holding
Cutting edge length
The feed rate (fn) is the distance the edge moves along the cut per revolution.
H
A9
Machinability Other information
Feed rate
Boring
F
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Theory
Insert shape selection, lead (entering) angle and chip thickness The lead angle, ψr (entering angle κr), of the tool and the nose radius (re) of the insert affect the chip formation in that the chip cross-section changes. The chip thickness is reduced and the width increased with a larger lead angle (smaller entering angle). The direction of chip flow is also changed.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Lead angle ψr: -5°, 15° Entering angle κr: 95°, 75°
Lead angle ψr: -17.5°, -3°, 27.5° Entering angle κr: 107.5°, 93°, 62.5°
TNMG
Lead angle ψr: 45°, 15° Entering angle κr: 45°, 75°
Lead angle ψr: Variable Entering angle κr: Variable
Lead angle ψr: -3°, -1°, 30° Entering angle κr: 93°, 91°, 60°
VNMG Lead angle ψr: -27.5°, -17.5°, 17.5°
Boring
Entering angle κr: 117.5°, 107.5°, 72.5°
Lead angle ψr (Entering angle κr) • Is defined by the holder tip seat in combination with insert shape selected.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
Lead angle ψr: -5° Entering angle κr: 95°
RCMT
F
H
WNMG
SNMG
Drilling
E
DNMG
CNMG
Maximum chip thickness hex
ψr = 45° hex ≈ fn x 0.71
A 10
hex ≈ fn
•R educes relative to the feed rate as the lead angle increases (entering angle reduces).
Theory
A
Turning
The effect of lead angle (entering angle) on chip thickness Maximum chip thickness hex reduces relative to the feed rate as the lead angle increases (entering angle reduces).
Parting and grooving
κr
κr
κr
Lead angle ψr Entering angle κr
−5° 95°
15° 75°
30° 60°
45° 45°
0° min 90° max
Chip thickness compared to feed, inch (mm)
.039 (1)
.038 (0.96)
.034 (0.87)
.028 (0.71)
Variable
D .082 (2.08)
.091 (2.3)
.111 (2.82)
Variable Milling
.079 (2)
Calculating power consumption n = spindle speed (rpm)
fn = cutting feed (inch/rev) (mm/rev)
Drilling
vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min) ap = depth of cut (inch) (mm)
F
kc = s pecific cutting force (lbs/in2) (N/mm2) Pc = net power (HP) (kW)
Boring
For information about the kc value, see page H 16.
E
G Pc =
Pc =
vc × ap × fn × kc 33 × 103
vc × ap × fn × kc 60 × 103
HP
Tool holding
The net power (Pc) in HP (kW) required for metal cutting is mainly of interest when roughing, where it is essential to ensure that the machine has sufficient power for the operation. The efficiency factor of the machine is also of great importance.
H
kW
A 11
Machinability Other information
Contact length la, inch (mm) at ap .079 inch (2 mm)
C Threading
κr
B
Turning
A
Selection procedure Production planning process
Parting and grooving
B
Selection procedure
Dimension and type of operation
C Component
Threading
1
Workpiece material and quantity
D
Milling
Machine parameters
2
Machine
Drilling
E
3
Choice of tool
Type of turning tool: - External/internal - Longitudinal - Profiling - Facing
Boring
F
4
How to apply
5
Troubleshooting
Cutting data, tool path, etc.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
A 12
Remedies and solutions
Selection procedure
A
Turning
1. Component and the workpiece material Parameters to be considered
C Threading
•A nalyze the dimensions and quality demands of the surface to be machined. • Type of operation (longitudinal, profiling and facing). • External, internal • Roughing, medium or finishing • Tool paths • Number of passes • Tolerances
Parting and grooving
B
Component
D Material achinability M Cast or pre-machined Chip breaking Hardness Alloy elements
Milling
• • • • •
E
Drilling
2. Machine parameters Condition of the machine
F
Boring
Some important machine considerations: - Stability, power and torque, especially for larger diameters - Component clamping - Tool position - Tool changing times/number of tools in turret - Spindle speed (rpm) limitations, bar feed magazine - Sub spindle, or tail stock available? - Use all possible support - Easy to program - Cutting fluid pressure.
Tool holding
G
H
A 13
Machinability Other information
P M K N S H
A
Selection procedure
Turning
3. Choice of tools Turning with rhombic inserts
Parting and grooving
B
Different ways to optimize turning Advantages • Operational versatility. • Small lead angle. • For turning and facing. • Good roughing strength.
Disadvantages • Can cause vibration when turning slender components.
Advantages • Increase feed and gain productivity. • Use normal feed rate and gain surface quality. • Productivity booster.
Disadvantages • In back turning and profiling the wiper edge is not effective.
Threading
C
Turning with wiper inserts
Milling
D
Drilling
E
New ways in profile turning
F
Boring
Advantages • Increase feed and gain productivity. • Use normal feed rate and gain surface quality. • Productivity booster • Tolerance • Setup time
Tool holding
G Rigid insert location with T-rails.
Machinability Other information
H
A 14
Selection procedure
A
Turning
4. How to apply Important application considerations The tool path has a significant impact on the machining process.
Parting and grooving
It influences: - Chip control - Insert wear - Surface quality - Tool life.
B
In practice, the tool holder, insert geometry, grade, workpiece material and tool path influences the cycle time and productivity considerably.
Threading
C
D
Milling
5. Troubleshooting Some areas to consider
E Insert style
Positive style
•O ptimize the chip breaking by changing the depth of cut, the feed or the insert geometry.
F
• T he depth of cut should be no less than 2/3 of the nose radius (re). Insert wear
G Tool holding
ake sure that the flank wear does not •M exceed the general recommendation of .012 inch (0.3 mm).
Boring
Nose radius
ap
re
H
A 15
Machinability Other information
Negative style
Chip breaking
Drilling
•U se positive inserts for lower cutting forces in general and for internal turning.
Turning
A
System overview
External turning, negative inserts 1. Longitudinal turning
B
2. Profiling
Parting and grooving
3. Facing
C Threading
1
2 3
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Overview of tool holders
Boring
F
Tool holding
G •N egative insert • Rigid clamping system • Modular/shank tools
Machinability Other information
H
A 16
•N egative insert • Lever clamping system • Modular/shank tools
System overview
Turning
External turning, positive inserts
A
1. Longitudinal turning
B
2. Profiling
Parting and grooving
3. Facing
C 1 Threading
2 3
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Overview of tool holders
Boring
F
•N egative/positive insert • All clamping systems • Cutting heads • Modular/shank tools
•P ositive insert • Screw clamping system • Modular/shank tools
G Tool holding
• Positive insert • Screw clamping system • T-rail interface • Modular/shank tools
H
A 17
Machinability Other information
•P ositive insert • Screw clamping system • Modular/shank tools
Turning
A
System overview
Internal turning, negative/positive inserts 1. Longitudinal turning
B Parting and grooving
2. Profiling
3
2
1
3. Longitudinal turning “Mini bars”
Threading
C
Overview of internal tool holders
Milling
D
Drilling
E •N egative insert • Rigid clamping system • Min. hole .984 inch (25 mm) • Modular/boring bars
egative insert •N • Lever clamping system • Min. hole .787 inch (20 mm) • Modular/boring bars
• • • •
• • • •
ositive insert P Screw clamping system Cutting heads Min. hole .236 inch (6 mm) • Modular/boring bars
•D ampened boring bars • Min. hole .512 inch (13 mm) • Boring bars
Boring
F
•N egative/positive inserts • Dampened boring bars • Min. hole 1.575 inch (40 mm) • Boring bars
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
egative/positive insert N All clamping systems Cutting heads Min. hole .787 inch (20 mm) • Dampened modular/ boring bars A 18
System overview
Turning
Tools for small part machining 2. External turning (Sliding head machines) 3. Internal turning (Exchangeable inserts)
2
4. Internal turning
C
4
Threading
5. Internal turning (Carbide rods)
5
B Parting and grooving
1. External turning
1
A
3
D
Overview of tool holders
Milling
External tools
•P ositive insert • Screw clamping system • Shank tools
• Quick change tools • Positive insert • Screw clamping system
•P ositive insert • Screw clamping system
Drilling
E
F
Boring
Internal tools
•P ositive insert • Screw clamping system • Min. hole .394 inch (10 mm)
•P ositive insert • Carbide rods • Min. hole .012 inch (0.3 mm) • Machine adapted bars A 19
H Machinability Other information
•P ositive insert • Screw clamping system • Min. hole .236 inch (6 mm)
Tool holding
G
A
System overview
Turning
Overview of insert clamping systems Clamping of negative basic-shape inserts
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Lever clamping system
Rigid clamping system
Clamping of positive basic-shape inserts
Milling
D
Screw clamping system
Drilling
E
F
Boring
Screw clamping system
Clamping of positive T-rail inserts
Tool holding
G
T-rails
Machinability Other information
H Screw clamping system
A 20
5°/7°
System overview
A
Turning
Modern insert clamping for turning tools Rigid clamping
B
• Negative inserts
Parting and grooving
• Excellent clamping • Easy indexing
C
• Negative inserts
Threading
Lever clamping
• Free chip flow
D
Milling
• Easy indexing
E
Screw clamping
Drilling
• Positive inserts •S ecure clamping of the insert
F
Boring
• Free chip flow
Screw clamping system, T-rail
G Tool holding
• Positive inserts • Very secure clamping • High accuracy
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Machinability Other information
H
Choice of inserts
Choice of inserts
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
A 22
• Basic factors
A 23
• Insert geometries
A 32
• Insert grades
A 39
• Insert shape, size, nose radius
A 42
• Cutting data effect on tool life
A 48
Choice of inserts – basic factors
A
Turning
The complex world of metal cutting Getting metal cutting processes right means knowing the workpiece material, then choosing the correct insert geometry and grade to suit the specific application.
• T hese three main basic factors must be carefully considered and adapted for the machining operation in question.
Grade
Parting and grooving
D
E
Drilling
• T he knowledge and understanding of how to work with and employ these factors is of vital importance.
C Threading
• T he interaction between an optimized insert geometry and grade for a certain workpiece material is the key to successful machining.
Milling
Workpiece material
B
Geometry
F
Boring
The machining starts at the cutting edge
Tool holding
G
A 23
Machinability Other information
H Typical chip breaking sequences with high speed imaging.
A
Choice of inserts – basic factors
Turning
Six material groups
Parting and grooving
B
In the metal cutting industry there is an incredibly broad range of component designs made from different materials. Each material has its own unique characteristics influenced by the alloying elements, heat treatment, hardness, etc. This strongly influences the selection of cutting tool geometry, grade and cutting data.
Workpiece materials are divided into 6 major groups in accordance with the ISOstandard, where each group has unique properties regarding machinability.
Threading
C
P
Steel
M
Stainless steel
Milling
D
Workpiece material groups
Drilling
E
• ISO P – Steel is the largest material group in the metal cutting area, ranging from unalloyed to high-alloyed material including steel castings and ferritic and martensitic stainless steels. The machinability is normally good, but differs a lot depending on material hardness, carbon content, etc.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
• ISO M – Stainless steels are materials alloyed with a minimum of 12% chromium; other alloys are, e.g., nickel and molybdenum. Different conditions such as ferritic, martensitic, austenitic and austenitic-ferritic (duplex), makes this an extensive material group. Common for all these types are that they expose cutting edges to a great deal of heat, notch wear and built-up edge.
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K
Cast iron
• ISO K – Cast iron is, contrary to steel, a short-chipping type of material. Gray cast iron (GCI) and malleable cast irons (MCI) are quite easy to machine, while nodular cast iron (NCI), compact cast iron (CGI) and austempered cast iron (ADI) are more difficult. All cast irons contain silicon carbide (SiC) which is very abrasive to the cutting edge.
Turning
A
B Parting and grooving
Choice of inserts – basic factors
Aluminum
• ISO N – Non-ferrous metals are softer types of metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, etc. Aluminum with a silicon content (Si) of 13% is very abrasive. Generally high cutting speeds and long tool life can be expected for inserts with sharp edges.
D
Milling
N
Threading
C
Drilling
E • ISO S – Heat Resistant Super Alloys include a great number of high-alloyed iron, nickel, cobalt and titanium-based materials. They are sticky, create built-up edge, workharden and generate heat, very similar to the ISO M-area, but they are much more difficult to cut, leading to shorter tool life for the cutting edges.
F
Boring
S
Heat resistant alloys
• ISO H – This group covers steels with a hardness between 45-65 HRc and also chilled cast iron around 400-600 HB. The hardness makes them all difficult to machine. The materials generate heat during cutting and are very abrasive to the cutting edge.
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G Tool holding
Hardened steel
H Machinability Other information
H
A
Choice of inserts – basic factors
Turning
Cutting forces
Parting and grooving
B
Another expression of the differences in the six material groups is through the force (FT) needed to shear off a specific chip cross-section in certain conditions.
tion of how much power is needed for an operation. kc1 = specific cutting force for average chip thickness .039 inch (1 mm).
This value, the specific cutting force value (kc), is indicated for various types of workpiece materials and used in the calcula-
C
Steel
Threading
P
D
Milling
•P materials have a kc1 variation of: 217,500-449,500 lbs/inch2 (1500-3100 N/mm2).
M
Stainless steel
Drilling
E
Boring
F
K
Cast iron
Tool holding
G
• M materials have a kc1 variation of: 261,000-413,250 lbs/inch2 (1800-2850 N/mm2).
•K materials have a kc1 variation of: 114,550-195,750 lbs/inch2 (790-1350 N/mm2).
Machinability Other information
H
A 26
Choice of inserts – basic factors
A
N
Turning
Aluminum
Parting and grooving
B
•N materials have a kc1 variation of: 50,750-195,750 lbs/inch2 (350-1350 N/mm2).
Threading
S
C
Heat resistant super alloys
Hardened material
Boring
F
• H materials have a kc1 variation of: 369,750-706,150 lbs/inch2 (2550 – 4870 N/mm2).
Tool holding
G
H
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Machinability Other information
H
E
Drilling
• S materials have a kc1 variation of: - 348,000-449,500 lbs/inch2 (2400-3100 N/mm2) for HRSA - 188,500-203,000 lbs/inch2 (1300-1400 N/mm2) for titanium alloys
Milling
D
A
Choice of inserts – basic factors
Turning
Chip formation There are three patterns for a chip to break after it has been cut.
B Against the tool
Against the workpiece
Self-breaking, where the material, in combination with how the chip is curved, leads to the chips being parted as they come off the insert.
Chips breaking against the tool, where the chip curves around until it makes contact with the clearance face of the insert or tool holder, and the resulting strain snaps it. Although often accepted, this method can in some cases lead to chip hammering, where the chip damages the insert.
Chips breaking against the workpiece, where the chip snaps when making contact with the surface that has just been machined. This type of chip breaking is usually not suitable in applications where a good surface finish is needed, because of possible damage caused to the component.
Parting and grooving
Self-breaking
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
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Choice of inserts – basic factors
A
Turning
Chip formation varies with different parameters Chip formation varies with depth of cut, feed, material and tool geometry.
Self-breaking
ap
Against the tool
ap
Against the workpiece
Parting and grooving
B
C Threading
κr
D
Milling
Insert rake angle The rake angle (γ) can be either negative or positive. Based on this, there are negative and positive inserts, where the clearance angles are either zero or several degrees plus. This determines how the insert can be tilted in the tool holder, giving rise to a negative or positive cutting action.
Drilling
E
F Negative cutting action Boring
Positive cutting action
γ
Tool holding
G
H
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Machinability Other information
γ
A
Choice of inserts – basic factors
Turning
Insert rake angle
Parting and grooving
B
Negative style
Threading
C
There is a distinction in cutting edge geometry between negative and positive insert geometry: - A negative insert has a wedge angle of 90° seen in a cross-section of the basic shape of the cutting edge.
D
-A positive insert has an wedge angle of less than 90°. The negative insert has to be inclined negatively in the tool holder so as to provide a clearance angle tangential to the workpiece while the positive insert has this clearance built in.
• • • • •
ouble/single sided D Edge strength Zero clearance External/internal machining Heavy cutting conditions
• • • • •
ingle sided S Low cutting forces Side clearance Internal/external machining Slender shafts, small bores
Note: The clearance angle is the angle between the front face of the insert and the vertical axis of the workpiece.
Milling
Positive style
Insert geometries
F
Metal cutting is very much the science of removing chips from the workpiece material in the right way. Chips have to be shaped and broken off into lengths that are manageable in the machine.
Boring
Drilling
E
• In milling and drilling a lot of parameters influence the chip formation compared to turning. • Turning is a single-cut operation with a stationary tool and a rotating workpiece. • The insert rake angle, geometry and feed play an important role in the chip formation process. • Removing heat from the cutting zone through the chip (80%) is a key issue.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
A 30
Choice of inserts – geometries
A
Turning
The design of a modern insert Definitions of terms and geometry design
Nose cutting edge design
Main cutting edge design .010 in. (0.25 mm)
20°
Parting and grooving
B
C
Macro geometry with chip breaker
•C utting edge reinforcement .010 inch (0.25 mm) • Rake angle 20°
Geometry for small cutting depths
Threading
5°
D
• Primary land 5°
Milling
.008 in. (0.2 mm)
E
The reinforcement of the cutting edge Drilling
The ER-treatment (Edge Roundness) gives the cutting edge the final micro-geometry.
G Tool holding
• T he relationship between W/H is what makes inserts suitable for different applications.
F
Boring
•E R-treatment is done before coating, and gives the final shape of the cutting edge (micro-geometry).
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Machinability Other information
H
Turning
A
The working area of an insert geometry A chip breaking diagram for an insert geometry is defined by acceptable chip breaking for feed and depth of cut.
Parting and grooving
B
Choice of inserts – geometries
Cutting depth, ap inch (mm)
•C utting depth (ap) and feed (fn) must be adapted to the chipbreaking area of the geometry to get acceptable chip control.
C
•C hip breaking which is too hard can lead to insert breakage.
Threading
•C hips which are too long can lead to disturbances in the machining process and bad surface finish.
D
Milling
Feed, fn inch/r (mm/r)
Drilling
E
F
Three main application areas in turning R M F
= Roughing
Roughing
= Medium machining
aximum stock removal and/or severe •M conditions.
= Finishing
• L arge cutting depth and feed rate combinations.
Cutting depth, ap inch (mm)
• High cutting forces. Medium machining Boring
• Most applications – general purpose. • Medium operations to light roughing.
G Tool holding
•W ide range of cutting depth and feed rate combinations. Finishing • Small cutting depths and low feed rates. Feed, fn inch/r (mm/r)
Machinability Other information
H
A 32
• Low cutting forces.
Choice of inserts – geometries
A
Turning
Chip breaking application areas
CNMG 432 (CNMG 120408) .236 (6.0)
Medium – M Medium operations to light roughing. Wide range of depth of cut and feed rate combinations.
.157 (4.0)
.079 .(2.0)
E
Chip breaking area:
P R
ap = 5.0 (1.0 - 7.5 ) fn = 0.5 (0.25 - 0.7)
Drilling
ap = .197 (.039 - .295) inch fn = .020 (.010 - .028) inch/r
CNMM 432-PR (CNMM 120412-PR)
Cutting depth, ap inch (mm)
D
Milling
Chip breaking diagram Roughing of low alloy steel
C
mm mm/r
F The area marked in red indicates the area which gives acceptable chip breaking.
.236 (6.0) .118 (3.0)
Boring
(0.1) .004
Finishing – F Operations at light depths of cut and low (0.4) (0.8) feed rates. .016 .031 Feed, fn inch/r (mm/r) Operations requiring low cutting forces.
B Parting and grooving
Roughing – R High depth of cut and feed rate combinations. Operations requiring the highest edge security.
Cutting depth, ap inch (mm)
Threading
Turning of low alloy steel
G Tool holding
.059 (1.5) .039 (1.0) .020 (0.5) (0.2) .008
(0.3) .012
(0.4) .016
(0.5) .020
(0.6) .024
(0.7) .028
Feed, fn inch/r (mm/r)
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Machinability Other information
H (0.1) .004
A
Choice of inserts – geometries
Turning
Medium machining of low alloy steel
Parting and grooving
B
Chip breaking area:
P M
ap = .118 (.020 - .217) inch fn = .012 (.006 - .020) inch/r ap = 3.0 (0.5 - 5.5) fn = 0.3 (0.15 - 0.5)
CNMG 432-PM (CNMG 120408-PM)
Cutting depth, ap inch (mm)
mm mm/r
.236 (6.0)
C Threading
.118 (3.0)
D
.059 (1.5) .039 (1.0) .020 (0.5)
Milling
(0.1) .004
(0.2) .008
(0.3) .012
(0.4) .016
E
Drilling
Finishing of low alloy steel
F
Cutting depth, ap inch (mm)
Feed, fn inch/r (mm/r)
(0.5) .020
Chip breaking area:
P F
ap = .016 (.010 - .059) inch fn = .006 (.003 - .012) inch/r ap = 0.4 (0.25 - 1.5) fn = 0.15 (0.07 - 0.3)
CNMG 434-PF (CNMG 120404-PF)
mm mm/r
Boring
.059 (1.5) .049 (1.25)
G
.039 (1.0)
Tool holding
.030 (0.75) .020 (0.5) .010 (0.25)
Machinability Other information
H
(0.1) .004
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(0.15) .006
(0.2) .008
(0.25) .010
(0.3) .012
(0.35) .014
Feed, fn inch/r (mm/r)
Choice of inserts – geometries
A
It is important to select the correct insert size, insert shape, geometry and insert nose radius to achieve good chip control. •S elect the largest possible point angle on the insert for strength and economy. •S elect the largest possible nose radius for insert strength.
l
B Parting and grooving
Considerations when selecting inserts
Turning
Selection of inserts
C
re
Threading
•S elect a smaller nose radius if there is a tendency for vibration.
l = cutting edge length (insert size) re = nose radius
Milling
D
Dedicated inserts for the ISO P, M and K area
E
Finishing
Medium
Roughing
F .008 in. (0.2 mm)
.013 in. (0.32 mm) Boring
.003 in. (0.07 mm)
.004 in. (0.1 mm)
.013 in. (0.32 mm)
G Tool holding
.012 in. (0.29 mm)
.010 in. (0.25 mm)
H
A 35
Machinability Other information
Workpiece material
Drilling
The different micro and macro-geometries are adapted to the various requirements in the applications.
A
Choice of inserts – geometries
Turning
Geometry description
Parting and grooving
B
Every insert has a working area with optimized chip control. A geometry description and application information are also available. Geometry working area
Geometry description
Application
-PM
CNMG 432-PM (CNMG 12 04 08-PM) ap = .020 – .217 inch fn = .006 – .020 inch/r
-PM – for medium turning with broad capability for steel. Feed: .004 – .026 inch/r (0.1 – 0.65 mm/r) Depth of cut: .016 – .339 inch (0.4 – 8.6 mm) Operations: turning, facing and profiling. Advantages: all-purpose, reliable, with problemfree machining. Components: axles, shafts, hubs, gears, etc. Limitations: depth of cut and feed, risk of overloading the cutting edge. General recommendations: Combine with a wear resistant grade (GC4225) for best productivity. Possible optimization: geometry WMX.
Threading
C
D
ap = 0.5 – 5.5 fn = 0.15 – 0.5 ap inch (mm) .236 (6.0)
.010 in. (0.25 mm)
.197 (5.0) .157 (4.0)
.008 in. (0.20 mm)
.118 (3.0)
Milling
.079 (2.0) .039 (1.0) (0.1) (0.2) (0.3) (0.4) (0.5) (0.6) (0.7) (0.8) (0.9) .004 .008 .012 .016 .020 .024 .028 .031 .035
mm mm/r
fn inch (mm)
E
Drilling
From universal to optimized turning inserts
F
Universal inserts • Universal geometry. • Optimizing with grades.
Boring
• Performance compromised.
Application area
Optimized inserts
H
•O ptimized performance according to workpiece machinability.
Machinability Other information
Tool holding
G
•D edicated geometries and grades.
A 36
Application area
Choice of inserts – geometries
A
Dedicated turning inserts Turning
For steel, stainless, cast iron, aluminum, heat resistant super alloys and hardened steel.
Negative basic-shape inserts ISO
Finishing
Medium
Roughing
Positive basic-shape inserts Finishing
Medium
Roughing
Parting and grooving
B
C Threading
P
D
Milling
M
K
Drilling
E
N
F
Boring
S
G Tool holding
H
A 37
Machinability Other information
H
A
Choice of inserts – geometries
Turning
Inserts for general turning
Threading
C
•A negative insert has a wedge angle of 90° seen in a cross-section of the basic shape of the cutting edge.
Negative, double/single-sided inserts Plain inserts
Parting and grooving
B
The choice of different insert concepts
Double sided
Single sided
Without hole
With hole
• A positive insert has a wedge angle less than 90°.
Positive, single-sided inserts
Milling
D
Drilling
E
F
•A vailable as double/singlesided inserts with P-hole or plain.
•A vailable with 7° or 11° clearance angle.
Positive 11°
Positive 7°
Positive T-rail clamping
• The positive T-rail inserts have a clearance angle of 5° or 7°.
Chip forming at high pressure and temperatures The choice of cutting material and grade is critical for success The ideal cutting tool material should:
Boring
e hard to resist flank wear and -b deformation. - be tough to resist bulk breakage.
G Tool holding
-n ot chemically interact with the workpiece material. -b e chemically stable to resist oxidation and diffusion. Temperatures given in Celsius
Machinability Other information
H
A 38
-h ave good resistance to sudden thermal changes.
Choice of inserts – grades
Turning
The main range of cutting tool materials The most common cutting tool materials are divided into the following main groups:
• HT U ncoated cermet containing primarily titanium carbides (TiC) or titanium nitrides (TiN) or both •HC Cermet as above, but coated
• CC Ceramics as above, but coated. - Cubic boron nitrides (BN)
Parting and grooving
- Cermets (HT, HC)
itride ceramics containing prima• CN N rily silicon nitride (Si3N4).
C
- Polycrystalline diamonds (DP, HC) • HC P olycrystalline diamonds, but coated.
Threading
- Coated cemented carbides (HC)
B
- Ceramics (CA, CM, CN, CC) • CA O xide ceramics containing primarily aluminum oxide (Al2O3).
D
Milling
• CM M ixed ceramics containing primarily aluminum oxide (Al2O3) but containing components other than oxides.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
H
A 39
Machinability Other information
- Uncoated cemented carbide (HW)
A
A
Choice of inserts – grades
Turning
How to select insert geometry and grade Select the geometry and grade according to the application.
B
Machining conditions
Build up of a grade chart
Parting and grooving
Wear resistance Good
C Threading
Average
Difficult
Milling
D
Machining conditions Good conditions • Continuous cuts • High speeds • Pre-machined workpiece • Excellent component clamping • Small overhangs
Drilling
E
Good
F
Boring
Average conditions • Profiling cuts • Moderate speeds • Forged or cast workpiece • Good component clamping
Tool holding
G
Difficult conditions • Interrupted cuts • Low speeds • Heavy cast or forged skin on workpiece • Poor component clamping
Machinability Other information
H
A 40
Average
Difficult
Choice of inserts – grades
A
Turning
Dedicated grades for ISO P, M and K Dedicated grades minimize tool wear development
B Parting and grooving
The workpiece material influences the wear during the cutting action in different ways. Therefore dedicated grades have been developed to cope with the basic wear mechanisms, e.g.: - Flank wear, crater wear and plastic deformation in steel - Built-up edge and notch wear in stainless steel
C Threading
- Flank wear and plastic deformation in cast iron.
D
Milling
Select geometry and grade depending on the type of the workpiece material and type of application.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
G GC 4200
ISO
M
GC 2000
ISO
K
GC 3200
Tool holding
P
H
A 41
Machinability Other information
ISO
A
Choice of inserts – shape
The influence of large and small point angle
B
The insert shape and point angle varies considerably from the smallest, at 35°, to the round insert.
Parting and grooving
Turning
Selection of the insert shape
-o thers give the best profiling accessibility.
Threading
C
Each shape has unique properties: - some provide the highest roughing strength
Each shape also has unique limitations. For example: - high edge accessibility during machining leads to a weaker cutting edge.
Round
90°
80°
80°
60°
55°
35°
R
S
C
W
T
D
V
Milling
D
Drilling
E Accessibility
Vibration tendency
Power consumption
Large point angle
Small point angle
G
• Stronger cutting edge
• Weaker cutting edge
• Higher feed rates
• Increased accessibility
• Increased cutting forces
• Decreased cutting forces
• Increased vibration
• Decreased vibration
Tool holding
Boring
F
Cutting edge strength
Machinability Other information
H
A 42
Choice of inserts – shape
A
Turning
Factors affecting choice of insert shape Insert shape should be selected relative to the lead (entering) angle accessibility required of the tool. The largest possible point angle should be applied to give insert strength and reliability.
B = Most suitable
Parting and grooving
= Suitable
C
Finishing
Longitudinal turning
Profiling
Operational versatility
Limited machine power Vibration tendencies Hard material
Intermittent machining
Small lead angle Large lead angle
Milling
E
Drilling
Facing
D
F
Boring
Light roughing/semifinishing
G
Tool holding
H
A 43
Machinability Other information
Roughing strength
Threading
Insert shape
A
Choice of inserts – shape
Turning
Number of cutting edges
Parting and grooving
B
S
C
W
T
D
V
Number of edges, negative inserts
4/8
2/4
3/6
3/6
2/4
2/4
Number of edges, positive inserts
4
2
3
3
2
2
ISO (first letter)
R
Threading
C
Insert shape
D
Selection of the nose radius
Milling
Effect of small and large nose radius re re
E
Drilling
re
Boring
F
G
Small nose radius
Large nose radius
• Ideal for small cutting depth
• Heavy feed rates
Tool holding
• Reduces vibration • Weak cutting edge
Machinability Other information
H
A 44
• Large depths of cut
Rule of thumb
• Strong edge security
The depth of cut should be no less than 2/3 of the nose radius rε.
• Increased radial pressures
Choice of inserts – nose radius
A
Turning
A small nose radius should be first choice With a small nose radius, the radial cutting forces can be kept to a minimum, while utilizing the advantages of a larger nose radius leads to a stronger cutting edge, better surface texture and more even pressure on the cutting edge.
Parting and grooving
B
C DOC
Threading
DOC DOC
D
Milling
• T he relationship between nose radius and DOC (depth of cut) affects vibration tendencies. It is often an advantage to choose a nose radius which is smaller than the DOC.
E
F
Boring
However with a round insert, radial pressure will never stabilize because the theoretical nose radius is half the insert diameter (iC).
Tool holding
G
H
A 45
Machinability Other information
The radial force exerted on the workpiece grows linearly until the nose radius of the insert is less than the depth of cut where it stabilizes at the maximum value.
Drilling
Effect of nose radius and DOC
A
Choice of inserts – nose radius
Turning
High feed turning with wiper inserts Wiper – General information
B
Why use a wiper • Increase feed and gain productivity.
Parting and grooving
Wiper insert rWiper
Rmax
se normal feed rate and •U gain surface quality. When to use wipers • Use wipers as a first choice where it’s possible.
Threading
C
Conventional insert
D
Rmax
isually, surfaces can •V look different even though the measured surface is great.
Milling
rISO
Limitations • General limitation is vibration.
E
Wiper – Technical solution Drilling
•O ne wiper cutting edge is based on 3-9 radii. •C ontact surface between insert and component is longer with wipers.
F
• L onger contact surface makes a better surface finish. Boring
• L onger contact surface increases cutting forces which makes a wiper insert more sensitive to vibration when machining unstable components.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H A conventional nose radius compared with a wiper nose radius.
A 46
Choice of inserts – nose radius
A
Turning
Wiper – Surface finish Traditional insert
B
• T wo times feed with a wiper will generate as good surface as conventional geometries with normal feed.
C
• T he same feed with a wiper will generate twice as good surface compared with conventional geometries.
Threading
Wiper insert Twice the feed, same Ra
Parting and grooving
Rule of thumb
Rt = Maximum value peak-to-valley height Ra = A rithmetic average height of the profile
Milling
D Wiper insert Same feed, half Ra
Drilling
E
Achieved surface – traditional ISO inserts and wipers
F
Ra
157 (4.00)
Standard -PM
118 (3.00)
Wiper -WM
79 (2.00) Wiper -WMX
0 (0.00) (0.20) .008
(0.35) .014
(0.50) .020
H
(0.65) Feed, fn inch/r (mm/r) .026
A 47
Machinability Other information
39 (1.00)
G Tool holding
Insert geometry
197 (5.00)
Boring
(µm) 236 (6.00)
A
Choice of inserts – speed and tool life
Turning
Cutting data parameters affect tool life B Parting and grooving
Use the potential of: - ap – to reduce number of cuts - fn – for shorter cutting time - vc – for best tool life
Threading
C
Cutting speed
Tool life
D
vc – large effect on tool life.
Milling
Adjust vc for best economy.
Boring
F
Cutting speed vc
Feed
Tool life
Drilling
E
fn – less effect on tool life than vc.
Feed fn
Cutting depth
Tool life
Tool holding
G
ap – little effect on tool life.
Machinability Other information
H Cutting depth ap
A 48
Choice of inserts – speeds and tool life
A
Turning
Effects of cutting speed The single largest factor determining tool life Too low
• Rapid flank wear
• Built-up edge
• Poor finish
• Uneconomical
B Parting and grooving
Too high
• Rapid cratering • Plastic deformation
Threading
C
Effects of feed rate
D
Too high
Too low
• Loss of chip control
• Stringers
• Poor surface finish
• Uneconomical
Milling
The single largest factor determining productivity
E
ratering, plastic defor•C mation
• Chip hammering
F
Boring
• Chip welding
Drilling
• High power consumption
Effects of depth of cut • High power consumption
• Loss of chip control
• Insert breakage
• Vibrations
• Increased cutting forces
• Excessive heat
G Tool holding
Too small
• Uneconomical
H
A 49
Machinability Other information
Too deep
Turning
A
Choice of tools – external turning
External turning Tool selection and how to apply
B Parting and grooving
General guidelines •S ecure insert and tool holder clamping is an essential factor for stability in turning. • T ool holder types are defined by the lead (entering) angle, the shape and size of the insert used.
C Threading
• T he selection of tool holder system is mainly based on the type of operation. •A nother important selection is the use of negative versus positive inserts.
D
Milling
•W henever possible choose modular tools.
E
Drilling
Definitions of key figures
Boring
F
22° Max in copy angle
Lead angle ψr –3° (Entering angle κr = 93°)
Feed directions
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H Insert point angle
A 50
60°
Insert shape
Choice of tools – external turning
A
Turning
Four main application areas Longitudinal turning/facing • Rhombic shape C-style (80°) insert is frequently used. • Holders with lead angles of –5° and –3° (entering angles of 95° and 93°) are commonly used.
C Threading
• Alternatives to the C-style insert are D-style (55°), W-style (80°) and T-style (60°).
Parting and grooving
B
The most common turning operation.
Profiling Versatility and accessibility is the determining factor. • The effective lead angle (ψr ) (entering angle (kr)) should be considered for satisfactory machining.
D
•M ost commonly used lead angle is –3° (entering angle = 93°) because it allows an in-copying angle between 22°-27°. Milling
• T he most frequently used insert shapes are D-style (55°), V-style (35°) and T-style (60°) inserts.
E Facing •P ay attention to the cutting speed which will change progressively when feeding towards the centre.
Drilling
The tool is fed in towards the center.
• L ead angles of 15° and –5°/–1° (entering angles of 75° and 95°/91°) are commonly used.
F
Boring
• C-style (80°), S-style (90°), and T-style (60°) inserts are frequently used.
Plunging •R ound inserts are very suitable for plunge turning as they can be used for both radial and axial feeds. • Neutral 90° holders for round inserts are commonly used.
Tool holding
G
A method to produce or widen shallow grooves.
A 51
Machinability Other information
H
A
Choice of tools – external turning
Turning
Small lead angle Features / Benefits • Cutting forces directed towards chuck.
B
• Can turn against a shoulder.
Parting and grooving
• Higher cutting forces at entrance and exit of cut.
–5°
• Tendency to notch in HRSA and hard materials.
Threading
C
D
Large lead angle
Milling
Features / Benefits • Produces a thinner chip - Increased productivity.
E
• Reduced notch wear. • Cannot turn against a shoulder.
Drilling
45°
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
A 52
Choice of tools – external turning
A
Turning
The lead angle Important consideration in profile turning Longitudinal turning
B
Out-copying
Parting and grooving
In-copying
ψr ψr
ψr
β
• T he maximum in-copying angle beta (β) is recommended for each tool type and is specified in the catalogs.
D
Milling
β
• T he effective lead angle (ψr) should also be considered for satisfactory machining when the operation involves profiling.
Threading
C
E
Axial and radial cutting forces Large lead angle
Drilling
Small lead angle
F Ff = axial Fp = radial
Boring
Fp = radial
Ff = axial
• Higher cutting forces especially at entrance and exit of cut.
• Reduced load on the cutting edge. • F orces are directed both axially and radially. - Vibration tendencies.
H
A 53
Machinability Other information
• Forces are directed both axially and radially.
Tool holding
G • Forces directed toward the chuck. Less tendency for vibration.
A
Choice of tools – external turning
++
++
++
+
+
+
Wedge clamp design
+
+
+
Screw clamp design
+
++
+
+
++
++
++
++
+
+
+
=R ecommended tool holder system = Alternative system
Plunging
++ +
Facing
Tooling system
Profiling
Parting and grooving
B
Longitudinal turning
Turning
Define the suitable clamping system
Milling
D
Rigid clamp design
Negative inserts
Threading
C
Boring
F
Positive inserts
Drilling
E
Lever design
Screw clamp design
T-rail
+
++
Machinability Other information
H
Ceramic and CBN inserts
Tool holding
G
A 54
Rigid clamp design
Top clamp design
++
Choice of tools – external turning
A
Alternative shape
Rhombic 80°
++
D
Rhombic 55°
+
++
+
R
Round
+
+
+
S
Square
+
T
Triangular
+
W
Trigon 80°
+
V
Rhombic 35°
K
Rhombic 55°
C
+
++
Threading
C
B Parting and grooving
Plunging
Recommended insert shape
Facing
D
++ +
+
+
E
+
Drilling
+
Milling
++ = +=
Profiling
Insert shape
Longitudinal turning
Turning
Insert recommendation depending on operation
+ +
+
F
Screw clamping
Screw clamping, T-rail
G Tool holding
“P lever style”
H
A 55
Machinability Other information
Rigid clamping
Boring
Modern insert clamping for turning tools
Turning
A
Choice of tools - internal turning
Internal turning Tool selection and how to apply
B Parting and grooving
General guidelines • In internal turning (boring operations) the choice of tool is very much restricted by the component’s hole diameter and length.
C
hip evacuation is a critical factor for -C successful boring.
D
- T he clamping method has a decisive effect on the performance and result.
Milling
Threading
-C hoose the largest possible bar diameter and the smallest possible overhang.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Selection factors Tool and insert geometry
Chip evacuation
Tool requirements
• Lead (entering) angle
• Chip size
• Reduced length
• Insert shape, negative/ positive
• Chip control
• Increased diameters
• Techniques
• Optimized shape
• Insert geometry • Nose radius
Machinability Other information
H
A 56
• Different tool materials • Clamping
Choice of tools – internal turning
A
Turning
Effect of cutting forces on internal turning Radial and tangential cutting forces deflect the boring bar
B
Tangential cutting force, Ft
Parting and grooving
• F orces the tool down, away from the center line. • Gives a reduced clearance angle.
• Alters cutting depth and chip thickness. ives out of tolerance dimension and •G risk of vibration.
Fr
• Directed along the feed of the tool. Milling
Ft
D
Feed force, Fa
Fa
Threading
C
Radial cutting force, Fr
F
E
• If possible, do not choose a lead angle more than 15° (entering angle less than 75°), since this leads to a dramatic increase of the radial cutting force Fr. - L ess force in radial direction = less deflection.
F
Boring
•S elect a lead angle close to 0° (entering angle close to 90°).
G Tool holding
Lead angle and cutting forces
Drilling
Selecting lead (entering) angles
A 57
Machinability Other information
H
A
Choice of tools – internal turning
Turning
Four main application areas Longitudinal turning/facing
B
The most commonly used internal turning operation.
Parting and grooving
• Rhombic shape C-style (80°) insert is frequently used. • Boring bars with lead angles of –5° and –3° are commonly used. •D -style (55°), W-style (80°) and T-style (60°) insert shapes are also frequently used.
Threading
C
Profiling Versatility and accessibility is the determining factor. • The effective lead angle (ψr) should be considered.
D
• Bars with lead angle of –3°, allowing an in-copying angle between 22–27°, are commonly used. Milling
-style (55°), V-style (35°) and T-style (60°) inserts are •D frequently used.
E
Longitudinal turning • A lead angle of close to 0° is recommended.
F
•C -style (80°), S-style (90°) and T-style (60°) inserts are frequently used.
Boring
Drilling
Boring operations are performed to open up existing holes.
Back boring Back boring is a boring operation with reverse feed. • It is used for turning shoulders less than 90°.
Tool holding
G
• Use smallest possible overhang.
•B oring bars with –3° lead angles and D-style (55°) inserts are commonly used.
Machinability Other information
H
A 58
Choice of tools – internal turning
A
Longitudinal turning
Insert shape
Facing
B Parting and grooving
Recommended insert shape Alternative shape
Rhombic 80°
+
D
Rhombic 55°
+
R
Round
+
S
Square
+
T
Triangular
++
W
Trigon 80°
+
V
Rhombic 35°
++ ++
C
+ Threading
C
+
D
+
+ +
Milling
++ = +=
Profiling
Turning
Insert recommendation depending on operation
+
E
Drilling
Selecting the insert basic shape
• Inserts with clearance angle 11° - First choice when small cutting forces and long overhangs are required. • F or best economy - Use negative inserts in stable conditions and with short overhang. 7°, positive, single sided inserts
Negative, double sided inserts
G
H
A 59
Machinability Other information
11°, positive, single sided inserts
F
Boring
• Inserts with clearance angle 7° - First choice for small and medium holes from .236 inch (6 mm) diameter.
Tool holding
Positive inserts generate lower cutting force and tool deflection
A
Choice of tools – internal turning
Turning
Insert point angle
Parting and grooving
B
Small point angle: Use the smallest angle giving acceptable strength and economy
- Increases accessibility - Decreases vibration - Decreases cutting forces. Round
90°
80°
80°
60°
55°
35°
R
S
C
W
T
D
V
Threading
C
D
Milling
Cutting edge strength
Accessibility
Vibration tendency
Power consumption
E
Drilling
Chip area and nose radius Cutting forces and cutting tool deflection
F
Boring
Rule of thumb!
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
•B oth small and large chip areas can cause vibration: - Large due too high cutting forces - Small due too high friction between the tool and the workpiece.
A 60
• The relationship between rε (nose radius) and ap (depth of cut) affects vibration tendencies. • L ess force in radial direction = less deflection.
Choose a nose radius which is somewhat less than the cutting depth.
Choice of tools – how to apply
A
Turning
Clamping the boring bar
•M aximum contact between tool and tool holder (design, dimensional tolerance).
dmm
lamping length 3 to 4 times bar diam•C eter (to balance cutting forces). • Holder strength and stability.
B Parting and grooving
Critical stability factors for optimized performance
C Threading
3 - 4 x dmm
Milling
D
Tool requirements for clamping
E
Drilling
Maximum contact between tool and tool holder
Best choice
F
Coromant Capto® coupling
Boring
Acceptable
G Tool holding
Not recommended
Not recommended
A 61
Machinability Other information
H
A
Choice of tools - how to apply
Turning
EasyFix sleeves For correct clamping of cylindrical bars
B Parting and grooving
Guarantees correct center height
C
Benefits: • Cutting edge in right position • Best cutting action gives better surface finish
Threading
• Reduced setup time • Even insert wear. Silicon sealer
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Groove
Boring
F
G
A spring plunger mounted in the sleeve clicks into a groove in the bar and guarantees correct center height.
Tool holding
Spring plunger
The slot in the cylindrical sleeve is filled with a silicon sealer which allows the existing coolant supply system to be used.
Machinability Other information
H
A 62
Choice of tools - how to apply
A
Turning
Factors that affect vibration tendencies Vibration tendencies grow towards the right
Parting and grooving
B
Lead (entering) angle
Threading
C
Nose radius Micro and macro geometry
D
Milling
Edge design
E
• Inserts with thin coatings, or uncoated inserts, are to be preferred as they normally give lower cutting forces.
Micro and macro geometry • Use a positive basic-shape insert, as these give lower cutting forces compared to negative inserts.
Drilling
• Insert wear changes the clearance between the insert and the hole wall. This can affect the cutting action and lead to vibration.
F
Boring
Nose radius • Choose a nose radius which is somewhat smaller than the cutting depth.
Edge design
Tool holding
G
H
A 63
Machinability Other information
Lead (entering) angle • Choose a lead angle as close to 0° (entering angle as close to 90°) as possible, never more than 15° (less than 75° for entering angle).
A
Choice of tools - how to apply
Turning
Chip evacuation Chip evacuation is a critical factor for successful boring
B Parting and grooving
•C entrifugal force presses the chips to the inside wall of the bore. • T he chips can damage the inside of the bore. - Internal coolant can help with chip evacuation.
C Threading
-B oring upside down helps to keep chips away from the cutting edge.
D
Chip evacuation and chip control Milling
Hard breaking of chips, short chips • Power demanding and can increase the vibration.
E
Drilling
•C an cause excessive crater wear and result in poor tool life and chip jamming.
F
Long chips • Can cause chip evacuation problems.
Boring
• Causes little vibration tendency, but can in automated production cause problems due to chip evacuation difficulties.
Tool holding
G Short and spiral chips • To be preferred. Easy to transport and do not cause a lot of stress on the cutting edge during chip breaking.
Machinability Other information
H
A 64
Choice of tools - how to apply
A
Turning
Recommended tool overhang Maximum overhang for different types of bars
B Parting and grooving
Steel bar – up to 4 x dmm Carbide bar – up to 6 x dmm Short, dampened bar – up to 7 x dmm
C Threading
Long, dampened bar – up to 10 x dmm Carbide reinforced, dampened bar – up to 14 x dmm 14
10
7
6
4
Clamping length: 4 x dmm
Milling
Overhang: ... x dmm
D
E
Eliminate vibrations • Increase productivity in deep bores • Minimize vibration
Coolant tube
•M achining performance can be maintained or improved
Oil
•D ampened boring bars are available in diameters from .394 inch (10 mm) High density mass
- F or max overhang 14 x dmm (carbide reinforced)
F
Boring
Rubber damper
Drilling
Internal machining with dampened boring bars
G Tool holding
Cutting head
Steel bar
Dampened bar
A 65
Machinability Other information
H
Turning
A
Code key for inserts and toolholders - INCH Extract from ISO 1832—1991
INSERT
Tolerances
Insert thickness Nose radius
Parting and grooving
B
Code keys
C N M G
C Threading
1
2
3
4
4 3 2 - PF 5
1. Insert shape
6
7
8
5. Insert size
D
Milling
2. Insert clearance angle
TOOL HOLDERS External
D C L N R 16 4 D
Drilling
E
F
E B 1 C 2 D
Boring
Internal
S 16 T S C L C R
G
H
Tool holding Machinability Other information
F
C3 A
H
5
E
F
B
1
C
2
D
4 5
Bar diameter
Coromant Capto® coupling size A 66
S = Solid steel bar A = Steel bar with coolant supply E = Carbide shank bar F = Dampened, carbide shank bar
Holder lead angle
Code keys
C
55°
S
R
D
4. Insert type
35°
T
V
80°
W
B
C
P
N
5. Insert size
A
G
Inscribed circle is indicated in 1/8"
M
T
S
W
T
B Parting and grooving
80°
Turning
2. Insert clearance angle
1. Insert shape
A
C 7. Nose radius rε rε rε rε rε rε
= = = = = =
.008 1/64 1/32 3/64 1/16 3/32
First choice nose radius recommendations: Finishing Medium Roughing
T-MAX P
CoroTurn 107
2 2 3
1 2 2
Threading
0 1 2 3 4 6
D
Milling
8. Geometry — manufacturer’s option The manufacturer may add a further two symbols to the code describing the insert geometry e. g.
E
-PF = ISO P Finishing -MR = ISO M Roughing
Drilling
B. Clamping system
D
Right-hand style L Left-hand style
Bars:
Boring
E. Shank or bar size Shanks: height and width
R
Neutral
F
S
Rigid clamping (RC) Top and hole clamping Hole clamping Screw clamping
D. Hand of tool
N
P
G. Tool length External, l1 in inch
Internal, l1 in inch
A = 4.000 B = 4.500 C = 5.000 D = 6.000 M = 4.000
M = 6.000 R = 8.000 S = 10.000 T = 12.000 U = 14.000
A 67
G Tool holding
Top clamping
M,W
H Machinability Other information
C
Turning
A
Code key for inserts and toolholders - METRIC Extract from ISO 1832—1991
INSERT
Tolerances
Insert thickness Nose radius
Parting and grooving
B
Code keys
C N M G 09 03 08 - PF
C Threading
1
2
3
1. Insert shape
4
5
6
7
8
5. Insert size = cutting edge length
D
Milling
2. Insert clearance angle
TOOL HOLDERS External
D C L N R 16 16 H 09
Drilling
E
F
E B 1 C 2 D
5
Boring
Internal
A 25 T S C L C R 09
G
H
Tool holding Machinability Other information
G
C3 A
H
F
J
G
B
1
C
2
D
Bar diameter
Coromant Capto® coupling size A 68
S = Solid steel bar A = Steel bar with coolant supply E = Carbide shank bar F = Dampened, carbide shank bar
Holder style
5
Code keys
C
55°
S
R
D
4. Insert type
T
35°
V
80°
W
B
C
P
N
5. Insert size = Cutting edge length
A
G
M
T
l mm: 06–25
07–15
06–32
09–25
06–27
11–16
06–08
B Parting and grooving
80°
Turning
2. Insert clearance angle
1. Insert shape
A
C 7. Nose radius = = = = = =
First choice nose radius recommendations:
0.2 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.6 2.4
Finishing Medium Roughing
T-MAX P
CoroTurn 107
08 08 12
04 08 08
Threading
02 rε 04 rε 08 rε 12 rε 16 rε 24 rε
D
Milling
8. Geometry — manufacturer’s option The manufacturer may add a further two symbols to the code describing the insert geometry e. g.
E
-PF = ISO P Finishing -MR = ISO M Roughing
M
Rigid clamping (RC)
D. Hand of tool
Top and hole clamping
E. Shank height
R
P
F
S
Hole clamping
Screw clamping
G. Tool length
Boring
D
Drilling
B. Clamping system
Tool length
G
F. Shank width
L Left-hand style N Neutral
H = 100 K = 125 M = 150 P = 170 Q = 180 R = 200
S = 250 T = 300 U = 350 V = 400 W = 450 Y = 500
A 69
H Machinability Other information
Right-hand style
Tool holding
= l1 in mm
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chip control Problem Long unbroken snarls winding around the tool or workpieces.
Cause • F eed too low for the chosen geometry.
Solution • Increase the feed. elect an insert geometry •S with better chip breaking capabilities. se a tool with high pres•U sure coolant.
Threading
C
•D epth of cut too shallow for the chosen geometry.
• Increase the depth of cut or select a geometry with better chip breaking capability.
• Nose radius too large.
•S elect a smaller nose radius.
• Unsuitable lead angle
•S elect a holder with as small a lead angle as possible (ψr =0° [κr =90°]).
• Feed too high for the chosen geometry
•C hoose a geometry designed for higher feeds, preferably a single-sided insert.
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Very short chips, often sticking together, caused by too hard chip breaking. Hard chip breaking often causes reduced tool life or even insert breakages due to too high chip load on the cutting edge.
• Unsuitable lead angle.
• Select a holder with as small a lead angle as possible (ψr =45°–15° [κr=45°–75°]).
• Nose radius too small.
• Select a larger nose radius.
Tool holding
G
• Reduce the feed.
Machinability Other information
H
A 70
Troubleshooting
A
The surface looks and feels “hairy” and does not meet the tolerance requirements
Cause • The chips are breaking against the component and marking the finished surface.
Solution • Select a geometry which guides the chips away.
B
• Change lead angle. • Reduce the depth of cut. •S elect a positive tool system with a neutral angle of inclination.
Parting and grooving
Problem
Turning
Surface finish
• Reduce the cutting speed.
• Too high feed in combination with too small nose radius generates a rough surface.
• Select a wiper insert or a larger nose radius. • Reduce the feed.
E
Burr formation • The cutting edge is not sharp enough.
F
Boring
• The feed is too low for the edge roundness.
•U se inserts with sharp edges: - PVD coated inserts - ground inserts at small feed rates, < .004 inch/r (< 0.1 mm/r).
•U se a holder with a large lead angle.
•E nd the cut with a chamfer or a radius when leaving the workpiece.
A 71
G Tool holding
• Notch wear at depth of cut, or chipping.
H Machinability Other information
Burr formation at the end of the cut when the cutting edge is leaving the workpiece.
D
Milling
• Select a grade with better resistance to oxidation wear, e.g., a cermet grade.
Drilling
• Hairy surface caused by excessive notch wear on the cutting edge.
Threading
C
A
Troubleshooting
Turning
Vibration
Parting and grooving
B
High radial cutting forces due to:
Cause - Unsuitable lead angle.
Nose radius too large. Vibrations or chatter marks which are caused by the tooling or the tool mounting. Typical for internal machining with boring bars.
•S elect as small lead angle as possible (ψr = 0°)
elect a smaller nose •S radius.
elect a grade with a thin •S coating, or an uncoated grade.
xcessive flank wear on cut-E ting edge.
elect a more wear resistant •S grade or reduce speed.
- Insert geometry creating high cutting forces.
•S elect a positive insert geometry.
hip-breaking is too hard -C giving high cutting forces.
educe the feed or select a •R geometry for higher feeds.
-V arying or too low cutting forces due to small depth of cut.
• Increase the depth of cut slightly to make the insert cut.
- Tool incorrectly positioned.
• Check the center height.
Milling
D
Solution
nsuitable edge rounding, or -U negative chamfer.
Threading
C
Problem
High tangential cutting forces due to:
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
A 72
A
- Instability in the tool due to long overhang.
Solution • Reduce the overhang
B
se the largest bar •U diameter. • Use a Silent Tool or a carbide bar.
Parting and grooving
Cause
Threading
C
•E xtend the clamping length of the boring bar.
D
Milling
•U se EasyFix for cylindrical bars.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
G Tool holding
nstable clamping offers -U insufficient rigidity.
H
A 73
Machinability Other information
Problem
Turning
B2
Parting & Grooving Parting and grooving is a category of turning. It has a wide range of machining applications requiring dedicated tools. These tools can be used, to some extent, for general turning.
• Theory
B4
• Selection procedure
B7
• System overview
B 11
• Parting & grooving – how to apply
B 15
• Troubleshooting
B 36
B3
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Parting & grooving theory Parting off Chip evacuation is essential Chip evacuation is a critical factor in parting operations. There is little opportunity to break chips in the confined space as the tool moves deeper. The cutting edge is designed largely to form the chip so it can be evacuated smoothly. Consequences of poor chip evacuation are chip obstruction, which leads to poor surface quality, and chip jamming, leading to tool breakdown.
Threading
C
Theory
•C hip evacuation is a critical factor in parting operations.
D
Milling
•C hip breaking is difficult in the confined slots created as tools cut deep into the workpiece. • T ypical chips are clock-spring shaped, narrower than the groove.
E
Drilling
• T he insert geometry shrinks the chip width.
F
Parting off – definition of terms Boring
n n = spindle speed (rpm)
G
vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min)
Tool holding
fnx = radial cutting feed (inch/r) (mm/r) ar = depth of groove (inch) (mm) (outer dia. to center or bottom of groove)
Machinability Other information
H
B4
Theory
A
Turning
Cutting speed value Feed rate reduction is often advantageous for performance when machining towards the center to minimize the pressure on the cutting edge.
Parting and grooving
B
•C utting speed declines to zero at the center.
Threading
C
D
Milling
100 – 0% of vc
E
Feed reduction towards center
Drilling
To reduce pip size, the feed should be reduced by up to 75% when approaching the center, around .079 inch (2 mm) before the part comes off.
educe feed by 75% when approaching •R the center, around .079 inch (2 mm) before the part comes off.
Boring
F
G
• Feed reduction reduces pip size.
Tool holding
• F eed reduction reduces vibration and increases tool life.
B5
Machinability Other information
H
.079 (2mm)
A
Theory
Turning
Grooving– definition of terms
Parting and grooving
B
The tool movement in directions X and Z is called feed rate (fn), or fnx/fnz, inch/r (mm/r). When feeding towards center (fnx), the rpm will increase until it reaches the rpm limit of the machine spindle. When this limitation is passed, the cutting speed (vc) will decrease until it reaches 0 ft/min (m/min) at the component center.
C
n = spindle speed (rpm)
n Threading
vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min) fnz = axial cutting feed (inch/r) (mm/r) fnx = radial cutting feed (inch/r) (mm/r) ar = depth of groove (inch) (mm) (outer dia. to center or bottom of groove)
D
Milling
ap = depth of cut in turning
E
Drilling
Face grooving– definition of terms
Boring
F
The feed has a great influence on chip formation, chip breaking, and thickness, and also influences how chips form in the insert geometry. In sideways turning or profiling (fnz), the depth of the cut (ap) will also influence chip formation.
n = spindle speed (rpm)
G
vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min)
Tool holding
n
fnx = radial cutting feed (inch/r) (mm/r) ar = depth of groove (inch) (mm)
H Machinability Other information
fnz = axial cutting feed (inch/r) (mm/r)
B6
Selection procedure
Turning
Tool selection procedure
A
Production planning process <.0004 (.01 mm)
Dimension and quality of the groove or face
Parting and grooving
B
C Component
Workpiece material, chip evacuation
Threading
1
D
2
Milling
Machine parameters Machine
E
Choice of tool
Drilling
3
Type of tool: - Spring-clamp - Screw-clamp - Insert type
F
How to apply
Boring
4
Cutting data, method, cutting fluid, etc
Troubleshooting
Remedies and solutions
H
B7
Machinability Other information
5
Tool holding
G
A
Selection procedure
Turning
1. Component and the workpiece material Parameters to be considered
B
Component
Parting and grooving
•A nalyze the dimensions and quality demands of the groove or face to be machined. • • • •
Threading
C
T ype of operation: parting, grooving Cutting depth Cutting width Corner radius
D
Milling
P M K N S H
• • • • •
achinability M Clamping Chip breaking Hardness Alloy elements
Drilling
E
Material
F
2. Machine parameters Condition of the machine
Boring
tability, power and torque especially for •S larger diameters • Component clamping • Tool changing times/number of tools in turret • Chip evacuation • Cutting fluid and coolant
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
B8
Selection procedure
A
Turning
3. Choice of tools Multiple grooving •M ultiple grooving is the best method for rough grooving when the depth is bigger than the width. •M ake a “fork”. This will improve chip flow and increase tool life.
B Parting and grooving
Example of different machining methods
C Threading
D
• Good chip control.
E
Drilling
•P lunge turning is the best choice when machining steel and stainless steel and when the width of the groove is larger than the depth.
Milling
Plunge turning
F
•R amping avoids vibration and minimizes radial forces.
Boring
•R ound inserts are the strongest inserts available.
G
• Double the number of cuts/passes.
Tool holding
Ramping
• F irst choice in heat resistant super alloys (HRSA). Reduces notch wear.
B9
Machinability Other information
H
A
Selection procedure
Turning
4. How to apply Important application considerations •C enter height is important, ±.004 inch (±0.1 mm).
B Parting and grooving
educe feed by up to 75% around .079 •R inch (2 mm) before center. .079
Max ±.004 inch (±0.1 mm)
C
se shortest possible overhang, ar inch •U (mm). • L argest height dimension on blade for bending stiffness.
Threading
• Use coolant to improve chip flow.
D
Milling
ar
Some areas to consider Insert wear and tool life • Check the wear pattern and if necessary adjust cutting data accordingly.
Drilling
E
5. Troubleshooting
To improve chip formation & tool wear • Use recommended chip former. • Use neutral front angle. • Check center height. • Use cutting fluid.
Boring
F
General recommendation – parting off • Neutral inserts (insert without front angle). • To save material, use smallest possible insert width. • Largest possible tool holder. • Shortest possible overhang, ar.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
B 10
System overview
Turning
System overview
A
External parting and grooving 4. Shallow to deep grooving
2. Turning and recessing
5. Face grooving
3. Undercutting
6. Profiling
B Parting and grooving
1. Parting-off solid bars and tubes
4
C Threading
5
6
D
1
2
3
Milling
4
4
E
Drilling
1
Internal grooving
F
1. Grooving and pre-parting Boring
2. Face grooving 3. Profiling
G
2
1
B 11
H Machinability Other information
1
Tool holding
3
A
System overview
Turning
Different systems Insert type
B Parting and grooving
Application
Threading
C
CoroCut2
CoroCut1
CoroCut3
Q-Cut 151.2
Medium
Deep
Shallow
Deep
Q-Cut 151.3
U-Lock 154.0
Parting (Cut off)
Grooving Internal, small dia. Face grooving
D
Milling
Turning
Profiling
E
Drilling
Undercutting
Circlip grooving
Boring
F
G
First choice
Tool holding
Medium parting – Ø ≤1.575 inch (40 mm) Second choice
H Machinability Other information
Deep parting – Ø ≤4.409 inch (112 mm)
B 12
Shallow parting – Ø ≤.472 inch (12 mm)
System overview
Turning
Internal parting and grooving
A
Different systems
B
≥.472 (≥12)
≥.394 (≥10)
≥.984 (≥25)
C Threading
≥.165 (≥4.2)
Parting and grooving
Internal grooving – min hole diameter
.165 .394 (4.2) (10)
.472 .984 (12) (25)
Min. hole diameter, inch (mm)
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Face grooving – min/max first cut diameter
F Ø.472 (Ø12)
Ø.906 (Ø23)
Boring
Ø.244 (Ø6.2)
Ø1.339 (Ø34)
.472 – 1.181 (12 – 30)
.906 – 2.756 (23 – 70)
1.339 – ∞ (34 – ∞)
First cut diameter, inch (mm)
H
B 13
Machinability Other information
.244 – .709 (6.2 – 18)
Tool holding
G
Turning
A
System overview
Inserts Overview
B Parting and grooving
Application
Threading
C
Milling
D
Machining condition
Parting (Cut off)
Grooving
Turning
Finishing
CF
GF
TF
Medium
CM
GM
TM
Roughing
CR
Profiling
RM
E
RO
Drilling
Optimizer
Sharp
F
Boring
ER treated
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
B 14
RS
CS GE
RE
Profiling
AM
A
Turning
Parting and grooving – how to apply
B
• Parting & grooving and how to apply
B 16
• Parting off and how to apply
B 22
• General grooving and how to apply
B 25
Threading
Parting and grooving
Parting & grooving and how to apply
• Circlip grooving and how to apply
B 27
D
• Face grooving and how to apply
B 28
• Profiling and how to apply
B 31
• Turning and how to apply
B 33
• Undercutting and how to apply
B 35
Milling
C
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
B 15
Machinability Other information
H
A
Parting and grooving – how to apply
Turning
Tool overhang & workpiece deflection
Parting and grooving
B
The tool overhang should always be minimized for improved stability. In parting and grooving operations consideration must be given to the depth of cut and the width of the groove, which means that stability must often be compromised to meet the demands of accessibility.
Threading
C Best stability •O verhang (ar) should be as small as possible.
D
• Largest seat size should be used.
Milling
• ar = 8 x la max
E
Drilling
Internal machining Shank type:
F
• Dampened steel bars ≤5 x dmm
• Steel bars ≤3 x dmm • Carbide bars ≤5 x dmm
Boring
•C arbide reinforced dampened bars, up to 7 x dmm.
Tool holding
G Inserts: • Use smallest possible width • Use light cutting geometries.
Machinability Other information
H
B 16
Parting and grooving – how to apply
A
Turning
Tool holder selection parameters System considerations
Medium parting – Ø ≤1.575 inch (≤40 mm)
C Threading
Shallow parting – Ø ≤.472 inch (12 mm)
Parting and grooving
B
Deep parting – Ø ≤4.409 inch (≤112 mm)
Deep parting
Medium parting
Shallow parting
• F irst choice are springclamp blades with singleedge inserts.
• First choice for medium parting are screw-clamp holders with 2-edge inserts.
•U se the 3-edge insert for economic parting in mass production.
Milling
D
E
Drilling
General tool holder considerations Tool block with spring-clamp tool blade for tool overhang adjustment.
F
Boring
• Shortest possible overhang, ar inch (mm) • Maximum tool holder shank • Largest height dimension
Tool holding
H
B 17
Machinability Other information
ar
G
• Maximum blade width
A
Parting and grooving – how to apply
Turning
Spring-clamp design blades Features/Benefits • Quicker insert change
B
• Cut off larger diameter Parting and grooving
• Adjustability • Deep grooving • Double ended
Threading
C
• Radial feed only
Screw-clamp design holders
D
Features/Benefits
Milling
• Smaller diameters • Shallow grooving
E
• Increased rigidity
• Radial & axial feed
Drilling
• Single ended
F
Screw-clamp design holders Boring
Features/Benefits •E xtremely small insert widths - grooving down to .020 inch (0.5 mm) - parting down to .039 inch (1 mm).
G Tool holding
• Cutting depths up to .236 inch (6 mm). • One holder for all insert widths. • Very tight insert indexing tolerance.
Machinability Other information
H
• The productivity choice, 3 cutting edges.
B 18
Parting and grooving – how to apply
A
Overhang should not exceed 8 x la (width of insert).
B
Use as narrow an insert as possible: - To save material - Minimize cutting force - Minimize environmental pollution.
Parting and grooving
Max ar = 8 x la (width of insert)
Turning
Parting-off bars
Threading
C
D
Milling
Material savings
Drilling
E
F
Positioning of the tool
Boring
Use maximum deviation of ±.004 inch (±0.1 mm) from center line. Too high cutting edge • Clearance will decrease. • Cutting edge will rub (break).
Tool holding
G
Too low cutting edge • Tool will leave material in center (PIP).
H
B 19
Machinability Other information
Max ±.004 inch (±0.1 mm)
A
Parting and grooving – how to apply
Turning
Positioning of the tool 90º mounting of tool holder •P erpendicular surface • Reduce vibrations
Parting and grooving
B
Hand of insert
Threading
C
Hand of insert
Milling
D
E
Three types of insert with different entering angles: - Right hand (R) - Neutral (N) - Left hand (L)
Right hand (R)
Insert geometry
Drilling
Neutral entering angle
F
rε
laa ϕr = 0
Increases strength Higher feed/productivity Better surface finish Straighter cut Pip stays on part falling off.
Boring
rε
• • • • •
Tool holding
G
Small/large corner radius rε
Machinability Other information
H
B 20
Small corner radius • Smaller PIP • Better chip control • Lower feed rate Large corner radius • Increased feed rate • Longer tool life
Parting and grooving – how to apply
A
Turning
Recommendations for boring bar solutions EasyFix sleeves
B Parting and grooving
Use EasyFix clamping sleeves for accurate machining with less vibration and precise height.
Threading
C
D
Milling
Recommended overhang dmm
E
Drilling
Carbide reinforced dampened bars
l <7 x dmm
F
dmm Dampened steel bars
Boring
Carbide bars
l ≤5 x dmm
G Tool holding
dmm Solid steel bars
l ≤3 x dmm B 21
Machinability Other information
H
A
Parting off – how to apply
Pip reduction by using different front angles
B
•C hoose left or right hand front angle to control the pip or burr.
Parting and grooving
Turning
Parting off
• When the front angle is: - increased, the pip/burr is decreased - decreased, the chip control and tool life are improved.
C
•C entrifugal force will always push away the parted off component - Tool will leave material in center (PIP).
Threading
R L
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Example of front angles on 1-, 2- and 3-edge inserts: 5°, 10°, 8°, 12°, 15°, 20°
Note! A front-angled insert will give reduced chip control due to the direction of the chip flow. (A neutral insert directs the chip straight out of the groove).
Tool selection - Review
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
B 22
General recommendations:
Consider:
-N eutral inserts - Smallest possible insert width - Largest possible tool holder.
-
utting depth C Insert width Front angle Corner radius.
Parting off – how to apply
A
Turning
Parting-off tubes
Use insert with the smallest possible width (la) to save material, minimize cutting force and environmental impact.
B Parting and grooving
Parting-off tubes
Parting-off thin walled tubes
D
Milling
Make sure that the lowest possible cutting forces are generated. Use inserts with the smallest possible width and sharpest cutting edges.
Threading
C
•C enter height is important, ±.004 inch (±0.1 mm). • If subspindle is used, pull away the component approximately .040 inch (1 mm) before center.
ø .040 inch (øØ1 0.1 mm)
•R educe feed by up to 75%, approximately .079 inch (2 mm) before center – also for tube parting.
G Tool holding
0.25 x fn
F
Boring
Max ±.004 inch (±0.1 mm)
Drilling
E
Practical hints
fn
.079 (2mm)
B 23
Machinability Other information
H
A
Parting off – how to apply
Turning
Use cutting fluid
Parting and grooving
B
Cutting fluid has an important function since the space often is restricted and obstructed by the chips. It is therefore important that coolant always is used in large amounts and directed at the cutting edge throughout the whole operation.
• Use large amounts.
C
• Direct at the cutting edge. Threading
• Use coolant adapter. • Has positive effect on chip formation. • Prevents chip jamming.
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Example of external coolant supply in addition to internal coolant channels.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
B 24
Grooving – how to apply
A
Turning
General grooving •S ingle cut grooving is the most economic and productive method to produce grooves.
•A screw-clamp tool holder should be selected for grooving operations.
C Threading
• If the depth of the groove is bigger than the width, multiple grooving is the best method for rough grooving.
Parting and grooving
B
Milling
D
E
Single cut grooving
Drilling
•E conomic and productive method to produce grooves.
•W iper inserts give extremely high quality surface on the side of the groove.
F
Boring
• F inishing geometry has width tolerance of ±.0008 inch (±0.02 mm) and works well in low feeds.
Tool holding
G
B 25
Machinability Other information
H
A
Grooving – how to apply
Turning
Multiple grooving • T he best method for rough grooving when depth is bigger than width.
B Parting and grooving
•U se the insert width to produce full grooves and then remove the rings.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Practical hints When producing high quality grooves, there is often a need for chamfered corners.
E • One way is to use the corners on the insert, for example, of a finishing grooving insert, to chamfer; see illustration A.
B
• A better way to make grooves with chamfer in mass production is to order a Tailor Made insert with the exact chamfer form; see illustration B.
Drilling
A
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
B 26
Circlip grooving – how to apply
A
•C irclip grooving can be performed with three-edge inserts or two-edge grooving inserts. • F or internal grooving there is also a wide choice of inserts and boring bars.
B Parting and grooving
Circlips on shafts and axle components are very common.
Turning
Circlip grooving
Threading
C
Systems to choose from
r 2-edge inserts in widths •O .059 - .236 inch (1.50 - 6.00 mm).
E
• Internal inserts are available for min. hole diameter .394 inch (10 mm) and with circlip widths .043 - .163 inch (1.10 - 4.15 mm). in hole diameter for carbide rod inserts •M is .165 inch (4.2 mm) and circlip widths are .031 - .079 inch (0.78 - 2.00 mm).
internal
Internal/external
Milling is an alternative for non-rotating components • T he circlip widths for diameters .382 - 1.366 inch (9.7 – 34.7 mm) cutters are .028 - .203 inch (0.70 - 5.15 mm).
Cutter diameter .382 - 1.366 inch (9.7 – 34.7 mm)
Cutter diameter 1.535 - 2.480 inch (39 – 80 mm)
• T he circlip widths for diameters 1.535 - 2.480 inch (39 – 80 mm) cutters are .043 - .203 inch (1.10 - 5.15 mm).
B 27
Drilling
Carbide rod inserts
F
Boring
internal inserts
Milling
D • F or best economy, use 3-edge inserts in widths .039 - .125 inch (1.00 - 3.18 mm).
G Tool holding
2-edge inserts
H Machinability Other information
3-edge inserts
A
Face grooving – how to apply
Turning
Face grooving Making grooves axially on the faces on a component requires tools dedicated to the application.
B Parting and grooving
• T he correct curve on the tool is dependent on the radius of the workpiece. • T he inner and outer diameters of the groove need to be taken into account in order to select the tool.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Tools for face grooving
Drilling
E
Boring
F
•C urved tool for face grooving, shank 0º style.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
B 28
urved tool for face •C grooving, shank 90º style.
•E xchangable cutting blades make it possible to make a special tool from standard tools.
Face grooving – how to apply
A
• T ool must be adapted to the bending radius of the groove. achine largest diameter •M and work inwards for best chip control.
B Parting and grooving
• T ool is fed axially towards the end surface of the part.
Turning
Choice of R and L tools depending on rotation
C Threading
Left hand (L) tool
D
Milling
Right hand (R) tool
Choice of A and B curve, right or left hand tool
E
Drilling
Choose the correct tool – A or B curve, right or left hand style – depending on machine setup and workpiece rotation.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
B 29
Machinability Other information
H
A
Face grooving – how to apply
Turning
First cut consederation 1 If the insert support rubs workpiece inside dia: - maybe the dia. range is wrong - tool is not parallel to axis - check center height - lower the tool below center line.
Parting and grooving
B
1 2
C
2 If the insert support rubs workpiece
Threading
outside dia: - maybe the dia. range is wrong - tool is not parallel to axis - check center height - lift the tool above center line.
Milling
D
Roughing
Finishing
1
Drilling
E
Roughing and finishing
2 3
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
First cut (1) always starts on the largest diameter and works inwards. The first cut offers chip control but less chip breaking. Cuts two (2) and three (3) should be 0.5–0.8 x width of the insert. Chip breaking will now be acceptable and the feed can be increased slightly.
B 30
Machine the first cut (1) within the given diameter range. Cut two (2) finishes the diameter. Always start outside and turn inwards. Finally, cut three (3) finishes the inner diameter to the correct dimensions.
Profiling – how to apply
A
Turning
Profiling When machining components with complex shapes, profiling inserts offer great opportunities for rationalization.
B Parting and grooving
•M odern parting and grooving tool systems can also perform turning. •A screw-clamp tool holder should be selected for turning and profiling operations in view of achieving maximum stablility.
C Threading
•A neutral tool holder is suitable for both opening up or completing a recess. • T he round shape inserts have dedicated geometries for these operations.
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Ramping
•U se round inserts for outstanding chip control and good surface finish. • In unstable setups, use ramping to avoid vibrations.
Tool holding
G
B 31
Machinability Other information
H
A
Turning – how to apply
Turning
Profile turning Insert radius < component radius
B
Recommended
• L arge area of insert creates high cutting pressure so feed should be reduced.
Parting and grooving
• If possible, use an insert radius that is smaller than the component radius. • If you must have the same insert radius as the component radius, use micro-stops to make the chip short and avoid vibrations.
Threading
C
Insert radius ≥ component radius is not recommended
Milling
D
E
Drilling
fn1 = parallel cuts – max. chip thickness .006 - .016 inch (0.15–0.40 mm). fn2 = radius plunging – 50% max. chip thickness.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
B 32
Turning – how to apply
A
Turning
Turning The most common applications for wide grooves or turning between shoulders are multiple grooving, plunge turning or ramping. All three methods are roughing operations and have to be followed by a separate finishing operation. A rule of thumb is that if the width of the groove is smaller than the depth – multiple grooving should be used and vice versa for plunge turning. However, for slender components, the ramping method may be used.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
•U se holders with smallest possible overhang, screw clamping and insert with rail shape if possible. •U se a stable, modular tooling system if possible.
Milling
D
E
Drilling
• Reinforced blade will increase stability.
Roughing
Boring
F
Tool holding
G 1. Radially infeed to required depth +.008 inch (+0.2 mm) (max 0.75 x insert width). 2. Retract radially .008 inch (0.2 mm). 3. Turn axially to opposite shoulder position.
B 33
Machinability Other information
H
4. Retract radially .020 inch (0.5 mm).
A
Turning – how to apply
Turning
Finishing
Parting and grooving
B
As the insert contours around the radius, most of the movement is in the Z direction. This produces an extremely thin chip along the front cutting edge which can result in rubbing and hence vibration.
Threading
C
• T he axial and radial cutting depth should be .020–.039 inch (0.5–1.0 mm).
Milling
D
E
Axial turning Surface finish
Drilling
• T his wiper effect generates high quality surface finish.
Ra max
F
Boring
•R a value below 20RA (0.5 µm) will be generated with high bearing.
Tool holding
G
H Machinability Other information
•Y ou get the best wiper effect when you “find” the right combination between feed (fn) and blade deflection.
B 34
Undercutting – how to apply
A
Turning
Undercutting • T hese applications require dedicated inserts with round cutting edges that are sharp and accurate. • T he tolerance of these inserts is high: ±.0008 inch (±0.02 mm).
B Parting and grooving
• When a clearance is needed.
Threading
C
D
Tools for undercutting Angled 20°
Angled 45° Milling
Angled 7° ,45° and 70°
Drilling
E
F
Boring
•H older for external undercutting. Insert with one cutting edge.
G Tool holding
•H older for internal undercutting. Insert with two cutting edges.
H
B 35
Machinability Other information
•H older for external undercutting. Insert with two cutting edges.
Turning
A
B
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tool wear
Parting and grooving
Problem
Flank wear
C
Plastic deformation
Crater wear
Chipping
Fracture
Built-up edge
Threading
Solution More positive geometry
++
D
++
Milling
Tougher grade
Drilling
E
More wear resistant grade
++
+
+
Increase cutting speed
+
F
Boring
Decrease cutting speed
Tool holding
G
+
Reduce feed rate
Choose stronger geometry
+ ++
++ +
+
+
++
Machinability Other information
H + + = Best possible remedy B 36
+ = Possible remedy
Troubleshooting
Bad surface •U se a short and stable tool. • Take away the chips – use geometry with good chip control.
•C heck speed/feed guidelines. • Use wiper geometry. • Check tool setup.
Turning
Solution
B Parting and grooving
Problem
A
C
•S elect a special soluble oil for the material.
D
Milling
• Select the sharpest geometry. • Use geometry with good chip control.
Bad chip breaking hange geometry. C Select a higher feed. Use dwelling (pecking). Increase coolant.
E
Drilling
• • • •
Threading
Bad surface on aluminum
Vibration •C heck tool condition. • Check tool setup.
F
Boring
•U se a stable setup. • Check speed/feed guidelines. • Use shorter overhang. • Change geometry.
•C heck center height. • Check angle between tool and component.
•C heck condition of blade. If blade is old, the insert could be unstable in the tip seat.
B 37
H Machinability Other information
Poor tool life
Tool holding
G
F2
Threading Thread turning is the process of an indexable insert tool making a number of passes along the section of a workpiece requiring a screw thread. By dividing the full cutting depth of the thread into a series of small cuts, the sensitive thread-profile point of the cutting edge is not overloaded.
• Theory
C4
• Selection procedure
C9
• System overview
C 13
• How to apply
C 19
• Troubleshooting
C 25
C3
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
D
Theory
Threading theory The threading methods The prime functions of a thread are: - to form a mechanical coupling - to transmit motion by converting rotational movement into linear and vice-versa - to obtain a mechanical advantage; using a small force to create a larger one.
Different ways of making threads Grinding
Rolling
Milling
Molding
Drilling
E
F
Metal cutting threading methods
Boring
Thread turning
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
C4
Milling
Tapping
Theory
A
Turning
Definitions of terms vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min)
B
= spindle speed (rpm)
ap = total depth of thread (inch) (mm) nap = number of passes
Parting and grooving
n
Threading
C
itch, mm or threads P = p per inch (t.p.i.)
β
D
= angle of the thread Milling
d1 = minor diameter external D1 = minor diameter internal d2 = pitch diameter external
E
D2 = pitch diameter internal d = major diameter external
Drilling
D = major diameter internal
ϕ = helix angle of the thread
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
C5
Machinability Other information
H
A
Theory
Turning
Definitions of terms 1. Root • The bottom surface joining the two adjacent flanks of the thread crest.
B Parting and grooving
2. Flank • The side of a thread surface connecting the crest and the root. 3. Crest • The top surface joining the two sides, or flanks.
C Threading
Helix angle • The helix angle (ϕ)is dependent on and related to the diameter and pitch (P) of the thread.
D
Milling
•B y changing the shim, the flank clearance of the insert is adjusted. • T he angle of inclination is lambda (λ). The most common angle of inclination is 1° which is the standard shim in the tool holder.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Cutting forces in and out of the thread • The highest axial cutting force in the threading operation occurs during the entrance and exit of the cutting tool.
Tool holding
G
•A ggressive cutting data can lead to movement of insecurely clamped inserts.
Machinability Other information
H
C6
Theory
A
Turning
Inclining the insert for clearance Selecting shims for inclination The inclination angle can be set using shims under the insert in the tool holder. The choice of which shim to use can be made by referring to a chart in the catalog. As standard, all tool holders are delivered with the shim set at 1°.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
D tan λ =
P
π × d2
Milling
Standard shim = 1°
E Threads/inch
Drilling
Pitch, mm
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Workpiece diameter
mm inch
C7
Machinability Other information
H
A
Theory
Turning
Selecting shims for inclination
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
The diameter and pitch influence the inclination angles. Example of how to use the diagram. 1. The workpiece diameter is 40 mm (1.575 inch) with a thread with a pitch of 6 mm (.236 inch). From the diagram we can see that the required shim must have an angle of inclination of 3º (standard shim can be used).
2. T he workpiece diameter is 4 inches (102 mm) with a thread with a pitch of 5 threads. From the diagram we can see that the required shim must have an angle of inclination of 1º.
Pitch, mm
Threads/inch
D 3 Milling
1
E
Drilling
1
F
Boring
Workpiece diameter
mm inch
Marking of threading inserts and shims How to read and understand markings.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
Angle of shim inclination
Thread profile Pitch Internal (O) External, no marking
C8
Carbide grade
Tool selection
Turning
Tool selection procedure Production planning process
Parting and grooving
B
Dimension and quality of the thread Component
C
Workpiece material, thread profile and quantity
Threading
1
A
D
2
Milling
Machine parameters Machine
E
Choice of tool
Drilling
3
Type of tool: - Full profile - V-profile - Multi-point
F
How to apply
Boring
4
Cutting data, in-feed etc.
Troubleshooting
Remedies and solutions
H
C9
Machinability Other information
5
Tool holding
G
A
Tool selection
Turning
1. Component and the workpiece material B
•A nalyze the dimensions and quality demands of the thread to be machined.
Parting and grooving
Component
• Type of operation (external or internal) • Right- or left-hand thread • Type of profile (metric, UN, etc.)
C
• Pitch size
Threading
• Number of thread starts • Tolerance (profile, position)
P M K N S H
Milling
D
Material • Machinability
E
• Chip breaking
Drilling
• Hardness
F
• Alloy elements
2. Machine parameters Condition of the machine
Boring
• • • • • • • •
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
C 10
pindle interface S Machine stability The spindle speed Coolant supply Clamping of the workpiece Horizontal or vertical spindle Power and torque Tool magazine
Tool selection
A
Turning
3. Choice of tools Different ways to make threads Full profile inserts
The insert can only cut one pitch.
Disadvantages • Each insert can only cut one pitch.
C Threading
As the insert is generating both the root and the crest, the tool pressure increases, putting high requirements on setup and overhang.
B Advantages • Better control over the thread form. • Less deburring.
Parting and grooving
The thread is cut by the insert with good control over the geometrical properties as the distance between the root and the crest is controlled.
In setups prone to vibrations, a non-topping insert can often prove to be a solution due to the reduction of cutting pressure.
Advantages • Flexibility, one insert can be used for several pitches. Disadvantages • Can result in burr formation that needs to be taken away.
E
Drilling
The insert can accommodate a range of pitches thus reducing stock. The root and flanks are being formed by the insert. The crest is controlled in a prior turning operation, resulting in high tolerances.
Milling
D
V-profile inserts
The tool pressure increases exponentially, requiring stable setups and shortened overhangs. Sufficient room behind the last thread is also needed.
Advantages • Reduced number of infeeds. • Very high productivity. Disadvantages • Requires stable setups. • Needs sufficient room behind the last thread.
G Tool holding
A full profile (topping) insert with several teeth reduces the number of required in-feeds and generates high productivity, e.g. a multi-point insert with two teeth reduces the number of in-feeds to half.
H
C 11
Machinability Other information
Multi-point inserts
Boring
F
A
Tool selection
Turning
4. How to apply Important application considerations The infeed method can have a significant impact on the thread machining process.
B Parting and grooving
It influences: - chip control - insert wear - thread quality - tool life
C Threading
In practice, the machine tool, insert geometry, workpiece material and thread pitch influence the choice of infeed method.
Milling
D
E
5. Troubleshooting Some areas to consider
Drilling
Insert wear and tool life • Check the wear pattern and if necessary adjust the cutting data accordingly.
F
Boring
Infeed type • Optimize infeed method, number and size of pass.
G Tool holding
λ
Insert geometry • Make sure the right insert geometry is used (all-purpose, F or C geometries).
H Machinability Other information
Insert inclination • Ensure there is sufficient and even clearance (insert – inclination shims).
C 12
System overview
External threading
Turning
System overview
A
1. Small part threading
B
2. Conventional threading
Parting and grooving
3. Oil pipe threading
Threading
C
3 0.5 – 8 mm 32 – 3 t.p.i
10 – 5 t.p.i
2
1
D
Milling
0.2 – 2 mm
E
Internal threading
10 – 5 t.p.i
Min hole: .157 inch (4 mm)
Min hole: .394 inch (10 mm)
4
F
3
2
Boring
0.5 – 3 mm 56 – 16 t.p.i
Min hole: .472 inch (12 mm)
1
2. Threading mini-bars
Tool holding
G
3. Conventional threading
H
1. Carbide rods
4. Oil pipe threading
C 13
Machinability Other information
0.5 – 2.5 mm 32 – 10 t.p.i
Min hole: 2.374 inch (60.3 mm)
Drilling
0.5 – 8 mm 32 – 3 t.p.i
A
System overview
Turning
External threading assortment
Inserts
Parting and grooving
B
Choose from an extensive program
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Pitch 0.2 32
2.0 10
5.0
mm t.p.i
8.0 3
• Three standard geometries • F our insert sizes: 1/4, 3/8, 1/2 and 5/8 inch (11, 16, 22 and 27 mm)
1/4 (11)
3/8 (16)
1/2 (22)
5/8 (27)
F
Boring
Tool holders 1. Coromant Capto® cutting units
G
2. Shank tools
Tool holding
3. Boring bars 4. Exchangable cutting heads 5. Cartridges
Machinability Other information
H
C 14
System overview
A
Turning
Internal threading assortment Choose from an extensive program and several systems
Conventional bars “New system”
Mini-bars
≥.157 inch (≥4 mm)
Bars for oil pipe threading
≥.394 inch (≥10 mm)
≥.984 inch (≥25 mm)
≥.472 inch (≥12 mm)
C ≥2.362 inch (≥60 mm)
Threading
Conventional bars “Old system”
Carbide rods
Parting and grooving
B
.394 (10)
.472 (12)
.984 (25)
2.362 (60) Min. hole diameter, inch (mm)
E
Drilling
.157 (4)
Milling
D
For high precision, internal threading of small components
F
Boring
Inserts for mini-bars
Tool holding
G
H
C 15
Machinability Other information
Carbide rods
A
System overview
Turning
Thread forms Thread type
Code
General use
ISO metric American UN
MM UN
Pipe thread
Whitworth, NPT British Standard (BSPT), NPTF American National Pipe Threads
WH, NT PT, NF
Food and fire
Round DIN405
RN
Aerospace
MJ UNJ
MJ NJ
Oil and gas
API Rounded API ”V” form 60°
RD V38, 40, 50
Oil and gas
Buttress, VAM
BU
Motion General use
Trapezoidal ACME Stub ACME
TR AC SA
Application
Insert/thread form
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
F
General usage • Good balance between load bearing capacity and volume of material.
Boring
Pipe Threads • Ability to bear loads.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
•A ble to form leak-proof connections (threads are often conical). Food & Fire • Same as for pipe threads but round, for easy cleaning for food. • Easily repeated connecting/disconnecting for fire. Aerospace • High precision and minimized risk for stress concentration and breakage.
C 16
Oil & Gas • Extreme load bearing and leak proof requirements, with limitations of thin wall thickness of pipe. Motion • Symmetrical form. • Large contact surface. • Sturdy form.
System overview
A
Turning
Insert types Three different types of threading inserts
B Full profile inserts Parting and grooving
• For high productivity in threading.
C V-profile inserts - 60º and 55º Threading
• F or threading with minimum tool inventory.
D
• F or highly productive, economic threading in mass production.
Milling
Multi-point inserts
E
Drilling
Three different geometries F-geometry
C-geometry
First choice in most operations.
Sharp geometry.
Chip breaking geometry.
F
Boring
All-purpose geometry
Gives clean cuts in sticky and work hardening materials.
Optimized geometry for low carbon, low alloy and easily machined stainless steel.
C 17
H Machinability Other information
Good chip forming in a wide range of materials.
Tool holding
G
A
System overview
Turning
A new, modern threading solution Ultra-rigid threading tool
B Parting and grooving
•U ltra-rigid threading with fixed position inserts. • T he insert locates in the correct position with guidance of the rail.
C Threading
• T he screw forces the insert on the rail back to a radial stop at one contact face in the insert seat. (The red contact faces).
Milling
D
Quick change coupling
Boring bar
Coromant Capto® coupling
Drop head
Drilling
E
A variety of tool holder solutions
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H CoromantCapto® coupling C 18
Shank tool
Exchangable cutting head
How to apply
Turning
How to apply In practice, the machine tool, insert geometry, workpiece material and thread pitch influence the choice of infeed method.
B Parting and grooving
Three different types of infeed
Threading
C
Modified flank infeed •M ost newer CNC machines can be programmed for modified flank.
D
•U sed with C-geometry as the chip breaker will not function with radial infeed. • Axially directed cutting forces reduce the risk of vibrations. • Controlled chip direction.
Milling
The infeed method can have a significant impact on the thread machining process. It influences: - chip control - insert wear - thread quality - tool life.
A
E
• Used by all manual machines and most canned CNC programs.
F
Boring
• F irst choice for work hardening materials and suitable for fine pitches.
Drilling
Radial infeed
ormally used with very large profiles and pitches, long •N work threading cycles where tool life needs to match the length of the thread. • Requires special programming.
Tool holding
G
Incremental infeed
C 19
Machinability Other information
H
A
How to apply
Turning
Modified flank infeed •M ost CNC machines have a programmed cycle using this infeed. • Chip is similar to that in conventional turning - easier to form and guide. • Chip is thicker, but has contact with only one side of the insert. • Less heat is transferred to the insert. • First choice for most threading operations.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C Feed direction Chip flow
Chip flow
Milling
D
Feed direction Feed direction
E
Drilling
C-geometry insert
•B etter chip control. • Better surfaces. • For C-geometry insert, modified flank infeed is the only suitable infeed.
F
Radial infeed Boring
•M ost commonly used method - and only method possible on older non-CNC lathes. • Makes a stiff “V” chip. • Even insert wear. • Insert tip exposed to high temperatures, which restricts depth of infeed. • Suitable for fine pitches. • Vibration possible and poor chip control in coarse pitches. • First choice for work hardening materials.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
C 20
How to apply
A
Turning
Incremental infeed •E ven insert wear and longest tool life in very coarse threads.
B
•C hips are directed both ways, making control difficult.
Parting and grooving
• Recommended for large profiles.
C Threading
Programming methods Ways of improving the machining result Decreasing depth per pass (Constant chip area)
Milling
• T he deepest pass is the first pass. • Follows recommendation on infeed tables in catalog. • More “balanced” chip area. • Last pass actually around .0028 inch (0.07 mm).
E
Drilling
Allows for constant chip area. This is the most common method in CNC programs.
D
F
G Tool holding
•M uch more demanding on the insert. • Offers best chip control. • Should not be used for pitches larger than 1.5 mm or 16 t.p.i.
H
C 21
Machinability Other information
Each pass is of an equal depth, regardless of the number of passes.
Boring
Constant depth per pass
A
How to apply
Use extra stock/material for topping the thread
B
For topping inserts, .001 – .003 inch (0.03 -– 0.07 mm) material should be left from prior turning operations to allow for proper forming of the crest.
Parting and grooving
Turning
Threading with full profile inserts
Threading
C
~.005
Infeed values recommendations ISO inch, external
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
H Machinability Other information
•A dd extra stock/material on the workpiece diameter, .002 – .006 inch (0.06 -– 0.14 mm) for topping the finish diameter of the thread.
Number of infeeds and total depth of thread.
Milling
D
• T he blank does not need to be turned to the exact diameter prior to the threading.
+.004 0
C 22
How to apply
A
Use maximum deviation of ±.004 inch (±0.1 mm) from centerline.
Max ±.004 inch (± 0.1 mm)
Turning
Positioning of the tool B
Too high cutting edge
Parting and grooving
• Clearance will decrease. • Cutting edge will rub (break). Too low cutting edge
C
Method of threading
Threading
• The thread profile can be incorrect.
Right and left hand threads and inserts
D
Internal
Right hand threads
Left hand threads
Right hand threads
Left hand threads
Milling
External
E
Left hand tool/insert
Right hand tool/insert
Left hand tool/insert
Drilling
Right hand tool/insert
F
Left hand tool/insert
Right hand tool/insert
Left hand tool/insert
Right hand tool/insert
Right hand tool/insert
Boring
Left hand tool/insert
G Tool holding
Left hand tool/insert
Left hand tool/insert
H
A negative shim must be used.
C 23
Machinability Other information
Right hand tool/insert
Right hand tool/insert
A
Troubleshooting
Turning
Thread turning application hints
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
•C heck the workpiece diameter for correct working allowance before threadturning (add .006 inch (0.14 mm) as crest allowance). osition the tool accurately in the •P machine. heck the setting of the cutting edge in •C relation to pitch diameter. •M ake sure the correct insert geometry is used (all-purpose, F or C). • Ensure there is sufficent and even clearance (insert-inclination shims) to achieve correct flank clearance by selecting the appropriate shim.
ptimize infeed method, number and •O size of passes. nsure the correct cutting speed for the •E demands of the application. • In case of pitch error on component thread, check to see if machine pitch is correct. • It is recommended that the tool should start a minimum distance of 3 times the thread pitch before engaging the workpiece.
• If threads are rejected, check entire setup, including machine tool. heck the available CNC program for •C thread turning.
Drilling
E
Some vital factors to consider to achieve success
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
C 24
Troubleshooting Problem
Cause
Solution
1. Excessive temperature in cutting zone.
educe the cutting speed, 1. R increase the number of infeeds.
Plastic deformation
Starts as plastic deformation (A).
2. Inadequate supply of coolant. 3. Wrong grade.
Reduce the largest infeed depth, check the diameter before threading. 2. Improve coolant supply.
which leads to edge chipping (B).
3. C hoose a grade with better resistance to plastic deformation.
D
Built-up edge (BUE) ften occurs in stainless -O material.
B
BUE (A) and edge spalling (B) often occur in combination. Accumulated BUE is then ripped away together with small amounts of insert material, which leads to spalling.
ften occurs in low carbon -O steel.
- Increase cutting speed. -C hoose an insert with good toughness, preferably PVD coated.
- Unsuitable grade.
E
-C utting edge temperature too low.
Drilling
A
C Threading
B
Parting and grooving
B
Milling
A
A
Turning
Troubleshooting
F
3. Wrong grade. 4. Poor chip control. 5. Center height incorrect.
2. Increase number of infeeds. Reduce size of the largest infeeds. 3. Choose a tougher grade. 4. C hange to C-geometry and use modified flank infeed. 5. Correct center height.
C 25
G Tool holding
2. Infeed series too tough.
1. Turn to correct diameter before threading operation, .001 – .003 inch (0.03 – 0.07 mm) radially larger than max. diameter for thread.
H Machinability Other information
1. Wrong turned diameter prior to threading.
Boring
Insert breakage
A
Troubleshooting
Turning
Problem
Cause
Solution
1. Highly abrasive material.
1. W rong grade. Choose a more wear resistant grade.
Rapid flank wear
B
2. Cutting speed too high.
Parting and grooving
3. Infeed depths too shallow. 4. Insert is above center line.
2. Reduce cutting speed. 3. Reduce number of infeeds. 4. Correct center height.
Threading
C Abnormal flank wear 1. Incorrect method for flank infeed. 2. Insert inclination angle does not agree with the lead angle of the thread.
D
hange shim to obtain 2. C correct angle of inclination.
Milling
Poor surface on one flank of thread.
1. C hange method of flank infeed for F-geometry and standard geometry; 3 - 5° from flank, for C-geometry; 1° from flank.
E Vibration Drilling
1. Incorrect clamping of the workpiece. 2. Incorrect setup of the tool.
F
3. Incorrect cutting data. 4. Incorrect center height.
1. Use soft jaws. 2. O ptimize center hole and check pressure of face driver. Minimize overhang of tool.
Boring
Check that the clamping sleeve for bars is not worn. Use 570-3 anti-vibration bars.
G Tool holding
3. Increase cutting speed; if this does not help, lower the speed dramatically. Try F-geometry. 4. Adjust center height.
Machinability Other information
H
C 26
Solution
1. Cutting speed too low.
1. Increase cutting speed.
2. The insert is above the center height.
2. Adjust center height.
Poor surface finish
3. Uncontrolled chips.
3. U se C-geometry and modified flank infeed.
1. Incorrect method of infeed.
1. Modified flank infeed 3 - 5°.
2. Incorrect thread geometry.
2. U se C-geometry with modified flank infeed 1°.
1. Wrong center height.
1. Adjust center height.
2. Insert breakage. Excessive wear.
2. Change cutting edge.
1. Unsuitable thread profile (angle of thread and nose radius) external inserts used for internal operation or vice versa.
1. C orrect tool, shim and insert combination.
3. Adjust to 90°.
2. Wrong center height.
4. Correct the machine.
Poor chip control
Turning
Cause
B
C
Shallow profile
Threading
Problem
A
Parting and grooving
Troubleshooting
Milling
D
Incorrect thread profile
E
Drilling
2. Adjust center height.
F
3. Holder not 90° to center line.
Boring
4. Pitch error in machine.
1. R educe the number of infeeds.
2. Excessive pressure on cutting edge.
2. Change to a tougher grade.
3. Profile with too small thread profile angle.
Change to F-geometry.
3. Use modified flank infeed.
C 27
H Machinability Other information
1. Work hardening material in combination with infeed depths which are too shallow.
Tool holding
G
Excessive edge pressure
D2
Milling Milling is performed with a rotating, multi-edge cutting tool which performs programmed feed movements against a workpiece in almost any direction. Milling is mostly applied to generate flat faces, but with the development of machines and software there are increasing demands to produce other forms and surfaces.
• Theory
D4
• Selection procedure
D9
• System overview
D 13
• Choice of inserts – how to apply
D 24
• Choice of tools – how to apply
D 29
• Troubleshooting
D 36
D3
Turning
A
Milling theory Definitions of terms Spindle speed, cutting speed and cutter diameter
Parting and grooving
B
Theory
n = S pindle speed, rpm (revolutions per minute)
C
vc = Cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min)
Threading
ve = E ffective cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min) Dc = Cutter diameter (inch) (mm) De = Dcap = C utting diameter (inch) (mm) [at cutting depth]
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Cutting speed (vc) in ft/min (m/min) indicates the surface speed at which the cutting edge machines the workpiece. Specified cutter diameter (Dc), having an effective cutting diameter (De), which is the basis for the cutting speed vc or ve.
Tool holding
G
Spindle speed (n) in rpm is the number of revolutions the milling tool on the spindle makes per minute.
Machinability Other information
H
D4
Theory
A
Turning
Feed, number of teeth and spindle speed
B Parting and grooving
fz = F eed per tooth (inch/tooth) (mm/ tooth) vf = Table feed (inch/min) (mm/min) zn = Number of cutter teeth (pcs)
C
zc = E ffective number of teeth (pcs) [in engagement]
Threading
fn = F eed per revolution (inch/rev) (mm/rev) [fz x zc] n = Spindle speed (rpm)
vf = fz × zc × n
Milling
D
inch/min (mm/min)
Drilling
E
Feed per tooth, fz inch/tooth (mm/tooth), is a value in milling for calculating the table feed. The feed per tooth value is calculated from the recommended maximum chip thickness value.
F
Boring
Feed per minute, vf inch/min (mm/min), also known as the table feed, machine feed or feed speed is the feed of the tool in relation to the workpiece in distance per time-unit related to feed per tooth and number of teeth in the cutter.
G Tool holding
The number of available cutter teeth in the tool (zn) varies considerably and is used to determine the table feed while the effective number of teeth (zc) is the number of effective teeth in cut. Feed per revolution (fn) in inch/rev (mm/rev) is a value used specifically for feed calculations and often to determine the finishing capability of a cutter.
D5
Machinability Other information
H
A
Theory
Turning
Definitions of terms Depth of cut ae = R adial depth of cut (inch) (mm) [working engagement]
B Parting and grooving
ap = Axial depth of cut (inch) (mm)
Threading
C
D
Axial depth of cut, ap inch (mm), is what the tool removes in metal on the face of the workpiece. This is the distance the tool is set below the unmachined surface.
Radial cutting width, ae inch (mm), is the width of the component engaged in cut by the diameter of the cutter. It is the distance across the surface being machined or, if the tool diameter is smaller, that is covered by the tool.
Net power, torque and specific cutting force ap = Axial depth of cut (inch) (mm)
Milling
ae = Radial depth of cut (inch) (mm) [working engagement] vf = Table feed (inch/min) (mm/min)
E
kc = Specific cutting force (lbs/inch2) (N/mm2)
Drilling
Pc = Net power (Hp) (kW)
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
Mc = Torque (lbf ft) (Nm)
The net power (Pc) is the power the machine must be able to provide to the cutting edges in order to drive the cutting action. The efficiency of the machine must be taken into consideration when selecting cutting data. The torque (Mc) is the torque value produced by the tool during cutting action, which the machine must be able to provide.
The specific cutting force value (kc) is a material constant, expressed in lbs/inch2 (N/mm2). The values can be found in our main ordering catalog and technical guide. D6
Inch Pc =
ap × ae × vf × kc 396 × 103
Hp
Metric Pc =
ap × ae × vf × kc 60 × 106
kW
Inch Mc =
Pc × 16501 π×n
lbf ft
Metric Mc =
Pc × 30 × 103 π×n
Nm
Theory
A
Turning
Climb or conventional milling Climb milling – preferred method • In climb milling, the insert starts its cut with a large chip thickness.
B Parting and grooving
Using climb milling (also referred to as down milling), the burnishing effect is avoided, resulting in less heat and minimal workhardening tendency.
C
Always use climb milling for best cutting conditions.
F
Boring
The position of the cutter in relation to the workpiece engagement, and the contact which the cutter teeth have, are vital factors for a successful operation.
Drilling
E
Cutter diameter and position
•C utter diameter should be 20 – 50% larger than the width of cut.
G
•2 /3 rule (i.e., 5.906 inch (150 mm) cutter) - 2/3 in cut, 3.937 inch (100 mm) - 1/3 out of cut, 1.969 inch (50 mm). y moving the milling cutter off the center, a more •B constant and favorable direction of cutting forces will be obtained.
D7
Tool holding
The selection of milling cutter diameter is usually made on the basis of the workpiece width with the availability of the machine power also being taken into account.
D
Milling
• In conventional milling (also referred to as up milling) the chip thickness starts at zero and increases to the end of the cut.
H Machinability Other information
The feed direction of the workpiece is opposite to that of the cutter rotation at the area of cut.
Threading
Conventional milling
A
Theory
Turning
Chip formation through cutter position
Parting and grooving
B
The cutting edge in a radial direction engages with the workpiece in three different phases: 1. Entrance into cut 2. Arc of engagement in cut 3. Exit from cut
C
Dc = Cutter diameter ae = working engagement
Threading
The centerline of the cutter is well inside the workpiece width, ae >75% of Dc. • M ost favorable cutting conditions and optimized use of the cutter diameter.
D
Milling
• T he initial impact at the entry of cut is taken up further along the cutting edge, away from the sensitive tip. • The insert leaves the cut gradually.
E
T he centerline of the cutter is well outside the workpiece width, ae <25% of Dc. • The angle of entry is positive
Drilling
• T he impact at the entry is taken up by the outermost tip of the insert and the load is gradually taken up by the the tool.
F
Boring
The centerline of the cutter is in line with the workpiece edge, ae = 50% of Dc. • Not recommended.
G Tool holding
• T he shock loads at the cutting edge are very high at entry.
= Recommended cutter position.
Machinability Other information
H
= Alternative cutter position. = Not recommended cutter position.
D8
Selection procedure
Turning
Selection procedure
A
Production planning process
Parting and grooving
B
Type of operation and method
C
1
Component Threading
Workpiece material and quantity
2
Machine
Milling
D
Machine parameters
E
Choice of tool
Select type of cutter
Drilling
3
4
How to apply
Boring
F
Cutting data, method etc.
Troubleshooting
Remedies and solutions
H
D9
Machinability Other information
5
Tool holding
G
A
Selection procedure
Turning
1. Component and the workpiece material Parameters to be considered
B
Geometric shape
Parting and grooving
• Flat surface • Deep cavities • Thin walls/bases • Slots
Threading
C
P M K N S H
Milling
D
Material
Tolerances
• Machinability
• Dimensional accuracy
• Chip forming
• Surface finish
• Hardness
• Part distortion
• Alloy elements
• Surface integrity
Drilling
E
Condition of the machine
Boring
F
2. Machine parameters
G
Tool holding
• Available power
• Long overhang
• Age/condition – stability
• Poor holding
• Horizontal/vertical
• Axial/radial runout
• Spindle type and size
Tool holding
•N umber of axes/configuration • Workpiece clamping
H Machinability Other information
Material
D 10
Selection procedure
A
Turning
3. Choice of tools Different ways to optimize milling Cutters with round inserts Disadvantages
• Robust milling cutters.
•R ound inserts require more stable machines.
•V ery flexible for face milling and profiling.
Parting and grooving
B Advantages
C Threading
•H igh performance multipurpose cutters.
45° face mill Disadvantages
•G eneral choice for face milling.
• Max cutting depth .236-.394 inch (6-10 mm).
E
Drilling
• Smooth entry into cut.
90° square shoulder face mill
F
Disadvantages
• Great versatility.
• F eed per tooth is relatively low while fz = hex.
• Large depth of cut.
Boring
Advantages
• L ow axial cutting forces (thin workpieces).
G Tool holding
• Light-cutting inserts with true four edges.
H
D 11
Machinability Other information
•B alanced radial and axial cutting forces.
D
Milling
Advantages
A
Selection procedure
Important application considerations
B
Number of cutting edges/pitch
Parting and grooving
Turning
4. How to apply
•S electing the right number of edges or pitch is very important. • It affects both productivity and stability.
C
Insert geometry Threading
•S elect between a geometry for Light, Medium or Heavy machining.
•C hoose largest possible spindle size or outer diameter. Chip formation through cutter positioning •A lways use climb milling. • Move the cutter off the center. • Use a cutter with a diameter 20–50% larger than the cut.
Milling
D
Stability
E
Drilling
5. Troubleshooting Some areas to consider Insert wear and tool life
Boring
•C heck the wear pattern and if necessary adjust the cutting data accordingly.
G
Vibration
Tool holding
F
• • • •
Machinability Other information
H
D 12
eak fixture. W Long tool overhang. Weak workpiece. Size of spindle taper.
Unsatisfactory surface finish •C heck spindle runout. • Use wiper inserts. • Decrease feed per tooth.
System overview
Turning
System overview
A
Face milling
B
Cutters for general use
Parting and grooving
Face milling cutter with round inserts for tough conditions
Face and square shoulder milling cutter for light face milling operations
C Threading
General purpose face milling cutter with 45° lead (entering) angle
Milling
D
E
High feed face milling
Drilling
Dedicated cutters Face milling cutters for cast iron machining
K
Boring
F
G
Heavy duty face milling
Tool holding
Face milling cutters for aluminum machining
N
D 13
Machinability Other information
H
A
Selection procedure
Turning
Shoulder milling Cutters for general use Face and shoulder milling for light shoulder milling operations
B Parting and grooving
Face and shoulder milling cutter for heavy machining
Threading
C
Side and face milling cutter used for shoulder milling operation
D
Milling
End mills and long edge cutters
Indexable insert end mill
Drilling
E
End mill with exchangeable, solid carbide head
F Long edge milling cutter
Boring
Solid carbide end mill
G
Dedicated cutters Edging with square shoulder milling cutters
Tool holding
Deep shoulder milling
Machinability Other information
H
D 14
System overview
A
Turning
Profiling Cutters for general use – roughing Round insert cutter
Parting and grooving
B
Round insert end mill
Threading
C
D
Cutters for general use – finishing Milling
End mill with exchangeable, solid carbide head Solid carbide ball nose end mill
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Other methods
G Tool holding
Blade milling
H
D 15
Machinability Other information
Turn milling
A
System overview
Turning
Slot milling Side and face mill for slot milling
Parting and grooving
B
Cutters for general use – radial slot milling
Slitting cutter for grooving and parting off
Threading
C
Cutter for external, shallow grooving and slotting
Cutters for general use – axial slot milling
Milling
D
End mill for internal shallow grooving and slotting
End mill with exchangeable, solid carbide head
E
Indexable insert end mill
Long edge milling cutter
Drilling
Solid carbide end mill
Boring
F
Thread milling
G Tool holding
Solid carbide end mill
Indexable insert cutter Indexable insert end mill
Machinability Other information
H
D 16
System overview
A
Face milling
High-feed milling
B Parting and grooving
Tooling developments have also contributed to the new possibilities, along with the gains in productivity, reliablity and quality consistency that have been made in indexable insert and solid carbide technology.
C Shoulder milling
Slot milling
Threading
Modern milling is a very universal machining method. During the past few years, hand-in-hand with machine tool developments, milling has evolved into a method that machines a very broad range of configurations. The choice of methods in multi-axis machinery makes milling a strong contender for producing holes, cavities, surfaces that used to be turned, threads, etc.
Turning
Overview of milling operations
Cutting off
Chamfering
Profile milling
Milling
D
Turn milling
Drilling
E
Trochoidal milling
Circular milling
Linear ramping
F
Boring
Plunge milling
G Tool holding
Thread milling
H
D 17
Machinability Other information
Circular ramping
A
System overview
B
Milling machines may be manually operated, mechanically automated, or digitally automated via computer numerical control (CNC).
Parting and grooving
Turning
Milling methods
Conventional milling methods Vertical milling machines In conventional 3-axis machines, milling most frequently entails the generation of flat faces, shoulders and slots.
Threading
C
Surfaces and forms, other than those described below, are increasing steadily as the number of five-axis machining centers and multi-task machines grows.
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Face milling
High-feed milling
Shoulder milling
Cutting off
Chamfering
Plunge milling
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
D 18
Slot milling
System overview
A
Turning
Advanced milling methods Modern 4/5-axis machining center or multi-task machine Today, machines are developing in all directions. Turning centers now have milling capability through driven tools, and machining centers have turning capability via turnmill or mill-turn machines. CAM developments mean that 5-axis machines are increasing.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
• Increased flexibility • Fewer machines/setups to complete a component • Reduced stability • Longer tool lengths • Lower depth of cut.
C
D
Milling
The results of these trends and the development of methods put new demands and opportunities on the tooling, such as:
Turn milling
Trochoidal milling
Circular milling
F
Boring
Profile milling
Drilling
E
G Thread milling Tool holding
Circular ramping
H
D 19
Machinability Other information
Linear ramping
A
System overview
Turning
Positioning of cutters for face milling Type of milling cutter
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
E
Considerations
Round inserts
10°
45°
90°
ISO 40, 50
ISO 40, 50
ISO 40, 50
ISO 30, 40, 50
High
High
Medium
Low
Roughing
Very good
Good
Very good
Acceptable
Finishing
Acceptable
Acceptable
Very good
Good
Medium
Small
Medium
High
Versatility
Very good
Good
Good
Very good
Productivity
Very good
Very good
Very good
Good
Machine/spindle size Stability requirement
Drilling
Cutting depth ap
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
D 20
System overview
A
Turning
Positioning of cutters for shoulder milling Type of milling cutter
Parting and grooving
B
90°
90°
ISO 40, 50
ISO 30, 40, 50
ISO 40, 50
ISO 30, 40, 50
High
High
Medium
Low
D
Roughing
Very good
Good
Acceptable
Good
Finishing
Acceptable
Acceptable
Very good
Good
Large
Medium
Small
Large
All
All
Aluminum
Aluminum
Very good
Very good
Acceptable
Good
Machine/spindle size Stability requirement
E
Drilling
Cutting depth ap
Milling
90°
Threading
C
90°
Considerations
Boring
G Tool holding
Versatility
F
H
D 21
Machinability Other information
Material
A
System overview
Turning
Positioning of cutters for profile milling Type of milling cutter
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
E
Round inserts
Ball nose
Ball nose
Ball nose
ISO 40, 50
ISO 40, 50
ISO 30, 40
ISO 30, 40
High
Medium
Medium
Low
Roughing
Very good
Good
Acceptable
Acceptable
Finishing
Acceptable
Acceptable
Very good
Very good
Medium
Medium
Small
Small
Versatility
Very good
Very good
Very good
Very good
Productivity
Very good
Good
Good
Good
Considerations Machine/spindle size Stability requirement
Drilling
Cutting depth ap
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
D 22
System overview
A
Turning
Positioning of cutters for slots and grooves Type of milling cutter
Parting and grooving
B
Slot open Slot closed Cutting width Cutting depth ap inch (mm) Versatility
Grooving
Long edge
ISO 50
ISO 40, 50
ISO 40, 50
Open
Open
Open
Threading
Machine/spindle size
C
Side and face
–
–
–
D
Small
Small
Very good
≤4.508 (≤114.5)
≤.256 (≤6.5)
Good
Limited
Good
Good
Milling
Considerations
E
Drilling
Type of milling cutter
Indexable insert end mill
Exchangablehead end mill
Solid carbide end mill
Machine/spindle size
ISO 30, 40, 50
ISO 30, 40, 50
ISO 30, 40, 50
Open
Open
Open
Closed
Closed
Closed
Good
Small
Small
Cutting depth ap
Very good
Small
Large
H
Versatility
Very good
Very good
Very good
Slot closed Cutting width
D 23
G
Machinability Other information
Slot open
Boring
Considerations
Tool holding
F
Turning
A
Choice of inserts – how to apply
Choice of inserts and how to apply
Parting and grooving
B
Modern milling inserts for face milling operations.
Threading
C
D
Milling
The design of a modern milling insert E
Definitions of terms and geometry design
Drilling
Corner design
Main cutting edge design
.005
.005
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
•C utting edge reinforcement .005 inch (0.13 mm). • Rake angle 30°.
Corner reinforcement
H Machinability Other information
• Rake angle 30°. • Primary land 17°.
• Primary land 11°.
Chip former
D 24
•C utting edge reinforcement .005 inch (0.13 mm).
Main cutting edge design
Choice of inserts – how to apply
A
Turning
Making the tool choice in milling First choice High
B
Cutter pitch
H
M
L Close pitch (-M)
Extra close pitch (-H)
Light (-L)
Medium (-M)
Heavy (-H)
C Threading
Coarse pitch (-L)
Parting and grooving
Operation stability
Low
D
Toughness
Milling
Machining conditions/ Grades
Wear resistant
E Good conditions
Difficult conditions Drilling
Average conditions
Type of application
L
Tool holding
M
G
Medium milling • Most applications – general purpose milling. • Medium operations to light roughing. • Medium depth of cut and feed rate.
Light milling • Operations at small depth of cut and low feed rates. • Operations requiring low cutting forces.
H fn
Feed, inch/tooth (mm/tooth)
D 25
Machinability Other information
H
Heavy milling • Operation for maximum stock removal and/or severe conditions. • Larger depth of cut and feed rate. • Operations requiring highest edge security.
Boring
F
ap Depth of cut, inch (mm)
A
Choice of inserts – how to apply
Turning
Selecting the insert geometry
Parting and grooving
B
C
Light (-L) • Extra positive.
Threading
• Light machining. • Low cutting forces. • Low feed rates.
Medium (-M) •G eneral purpose geometry. • Medium feed rates. •M edium operations to light roughing.
Heavy (-H) • Reinforced cutting edge. • Heavy machining. • Highest edge security. • High feed rates.
Milling
D
E
Achieving good surface finish in milling
Drilling
Surface roughness Standard insert
•U se wiper inserts for higher productivity and improved surface finish.
One wiper insert
• L imit the feed to 60% of the parallel land.
F
Boring
•M ount the wiper inserts correctly. fn1 = ≤.031 x bs1 (fn1 = ≤0.8 x bs1)
G
Machinability Other information
H
fn Feed, inch/tooth (mm/tooth)
bs2
Tool holding
bs1
fn1 = ≤.024 x bs2 (fn1 = ≤0.6 x bs2)
bs, inch .079 (mm) (2.0)
D 26
.323 (8.2)
.002 inch (0.05 mm)
•S et the wiper inserts below other inserts.
Choice of inserts – how to apply
A
Turning
How to select insert grade Select the geometry and grade according to the application.
B
Machining conditions
Parting and grooving
Build-up of a grade chart Good
Average
C Threading
Difficult
Average
Difficult
D
Milling
Good
Define machining conditions
Drilling
E
F
•C utting depth 25% of max ap or less.
•C utting depth 50% of max ap or more.
•C utting depth 50% of max ap or more.
• Overhang under two times cutter diameter.
•O verhang two to three times cutter diameter.
•O verhang over three times cutter diameter.
• Continuous cuts.
• Interrupted cuts.
• Interrupted cuts.
• Wet or dry machining.
• Wet or dry machining.
• Wet or dry machining.
Boring
Difficult conditions
G Tool holding
Average conditions
H
D 27
Machinability Other information
Good conditions
A
Choice of inserts and – to apply
Turning
Dedicated grades for ISO P, M and K
Parting and grooving
B
C
Dedicated grades minimize tool wear development The workpiece material influences the wear during the cutting action in different ways. Therefore dedicated grades have been developed to cope with the basic wear mechanisms, e.g.: - Flank wear, crater wear and plastic deformation in steel - Built-up edge and notch wear in stainless steel
Threading
- Flank wear and plastic deformation in cast iron.
D
Milling
Select geometry and grade depending on the type of workpiece material and type of application.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
G ISO
Tool holding
P
Machinability Other information
H
D 28
GC 4200
ISO
M
GC 2000
ISO
K
GC 3200
Choice of tools – how to apply
Turning
Choice of cutter and how to apply
A
Parting and grooving
B
High performace face milling cutters for small to medium cutting depths.
Threading
C
D
Milling
Making the tool choice in milling First choice Operation stability
Low
E
High
Close pitch (-M)
Extra close pitch (-H)
F
Boring
Coarse pitch (-L)
H
M
L
Drilling
Cutter pitch
G
Wear resistant
Medium (-M) Machining conditions/ Grades
Heavy (-H)
Tool holding
Light (-L)
Toughness
Good conditions
Average conditions
Difficult conditions D 29
Machinability Other information
H
A
Choice of tools – how to apply
Turning
Selecting cutter pitches First choice Operation stability
Low
B
High
Parting and grooving
Cutter pitch
Threading
C
D
Coarse pitch (-L) •R educed number of inserts. • Limited stability.
Milling
• Long overhang.
E
H
M
L
•S mall machines/limited horsepower.
Extra close pitch (-H)
Close pitch (-M) • General purpose •S uitable for mixed production. •S mall to medium machines
•H igh number of inserts for maximum productivity. • Stable conditions. • Short chipping materials. • Heat resistant materials.
• Usually first choice.
•D eep, full slotting operations.
Drilling
• Differential pitch.
F
Limited stability
Stable conditions
Boring
First choice
G Tool holding
Long overhang
Limited horsepower
Machinability Other information
H
D 30
K
S
Cast iron (CMC 08)
Heat resistant alloys (CMC 20)
Choice of tools – how to apply
A
Turning
Cutting forces and entering angle 45° entering angle
Round insert cutters
B Parting and grooving
90° entering angle
Threading
C
Milling
D
• General purpose cutter.
•C hip thinning effect allows increased productivity.
• Increased chip thinning effect for heat resistant alloys.
Drilling
educed vibration on •R long overhang.
E
F
Boring
here 90° form is •W required.
•S trongest cutting edge with multiple indexes.
G Tool holding
eak-fixtured compo•W nents.
•G eneral purpose first choice.
H
D 31
Machinability Other information
• Thin-walled components
A
Choice of tools – how to apply
Turning
Axial and radial cutting forces Effect of entering angle (90º)
B
• Thin-walled components.
Parting and grooving
• Axially weak fixtured components. • Square shoulder • hex = fz (In case ae > 50% x Dc)
Threading
C
Effect of entering angle (45º) • General purpose 1st choice.
D
• Reduced vibration on long tool overhang.
Milling
•C hip thinning effect allows increased productivity. • fz = 1.41 x hex (Compensating for entering angle).
Drilling
E
Effect of entering angle (90º) On round inserts, the chip load and entering angle vary with the depth of cut.
•S trongest cutting edge with multiple indexes.
Boring
F
• General purpose cutter.
G Tool holding
• Increased chip thinning effect for heat resistant alloys. • hex = depends on ap.
Machinability Other information
H
D 32
Choice of inserts – how to apply
A
Turning
Formulas for cutters with round inserts Max. cutting diameter at a specific depth (inch). iC2 – (iC – 2 × ap)2
Parting and grooving
√
Facemilling round insert (ap
hex × iC 2 × √ ap × iC – ap 2
Threading
fz =
C
Slide milling (ae
hex × iC × Dcap 4 × √ ap × iC – ap 2 × √Dcap × ae – ae 2
E
Drilling
Feed compensation for different entering angles 90° = (fz or hex) × 1.0
Boring
F
45° = (fz or hex) × 1.41
Tool holding
G
Round = depends on ap
H
D 33
Machinability Other information
fz =
D
Milling
Dcap = Dc +
B
A
Choice of tools – how to apply
Turning
Calculating cutting data
Parting and grooving
B
Example in face milling Need:
Given:
Spindle speed, n (rpm)
Cutting speed, vc = 738 ft/min (225 m/min)
.157 (4 mm)
Table feed, vf (inch/min) (mm/min)
Feed per tooth, fz = .0082 inch (0.21 mm)
Metal removal rate, Q (inch3/min) (cm3/min)
Number of cutter teeth, zn = 5
C
Power consumption (Hp) (kW)
Cutter diameter, Dc = 4.921 inch (125 mm)
3.346 (85 mm)
Threading
Cutting depth, ap = .157 inch (4 mm) Working engagement, ae = 3.346 inch (85 mm)
D
Milling
Spindle speed Inch
n= Drilling
Metric n=
E
F
Given: vc = 738 ft/min (225 m/min)
vc × 12 π × Dc
738 × 12 3.14 × 4.921
Table feed
(rpm)
= 575 rpm
n=
n=
Boring Tool holding
3.14 × 125
= 575 rpm
vf = n × fz × zn (mm/min)
vf = 575 × .0082 × 5 = 23.6 inch/min
Metal removal rate
Given vf = 23.6 inch/min (600 mm/min)
Inch Q = ap × ae × vf
vf = 575 × 0.21 × 5 = 600 mm/min
Metric (inch3/min)
Q=
H Machinability Other information
225 × 1000
(rpm)
Metric vf = n × fz × zn (inch/min)
Q = .157 × 3.346 × 23.6 = 12.4 inch3/min D 34
π × Dc
Given: n = 575 rpm
Inch
G
vc × 1000
Q=
ap × ae × vf 1000 4 × 85 × 600 1000
(cm3/min)
= 204 cm3/min
Choice of tools – how to apply
A
Turning
Net power consumption Given: Material CMC 02.1 Metric
Pc =
ae × ap × vf × kc 396 × 103
(Hp)
Pc =
B ae × ap × vf × kc1
(kW)
60 × 106
Parting and grooving
Inch
C Cutting
Specific cutting force kc 1
02.1 02.2 03.11 03.13 03.21 03.22 06.1 06.2 06.3
Low alloyed (alloying elements d 5%) Non-hardened Hardened and tempered High alloyed (alloying elements > 5%) Annealed Hardened tool steel
Castings Unalloyed Low alloyed (alloying elements d 5%) High alloyed (alloying elements > 5%)
N/mm2
HB
mc
1500 1600 1700 1800 2000
125 150 170 210 300
0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25
430–390–50 385–350–15 365–330–00 315–290–60 235–210–95
1700 1900
175 300
0.25 0.25
300–275–45 195–180–60
1950 2150 2900 3100
200 200 300 380
0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25
230–205–85 190–170–55 165–150–35 105–95–85
1400 1600 1950
150 200 200
0.25 0.25 0.25
305–280–50 245–220–00 180–160–45
mc
CT530 Max chip thickness 0.1 – 0.15 – 0.2 Cutting speed vc, m
Specific cutting force kc 1 CMC ISO No.
Material Stainless steel
Ferritic/martensitic Hp = 7.7 Pc = 05.11 Non-hardened
396 × 103
05.12 05.13 05.21 05.22
PH-hardened Hardened Austenitic Non-hardened PH-hardened Austenitic-ferritic (Duplex) Non-weldable t 0.05%C Weldable < 0.05%C Stainless steel – Cast Ferritic/martensitic Non-hardened PH-hardened Hardened Austenitic PH-hardened Austenitic-ferritic (Duplex) Non-weldable t 0.05%C Weldable < 0.05%C
The calculation above is approximate05.51and valid for an 05.52 inch (0.1 mm). maximum chip thickness (hex) of .0039 For a more accurate value of power consumption (Pc) the 15.11 15.12 kc value should be calculated accordingly. 15.13 15.21 15.22
Inch kc = kc1 × hm-mc × 1 – 100 Metric
( )
γo kc = kc1 × hm-mc × 1 – 100
15.51 15.52
60 × 106
HB
= 5.8 kW 200 0.21
1800 2850 2350
330 330
0.21 0.21
285 –255 –230 205 –185 –165 215 –190 –170
1950 2850
200 330
0.21 0.21
265 –240 –215 200 –175 –160
2000 2450
230 260
0.21 0.21
260 –235 –210 230 –205 –185
1700 2450 2150 1800 2450
200 330 330 200 330
0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25
255 –230 –205 180 –160 –145 195 –175 –155 255 –225 –205 180 –160 –145
230 260
0.25 0.25
245 –220 –195 215 –190 –170
1800 2250 Specific cutting force kc 1
Hardness Brinell
F
G
CB50 hm = Average chip thickness Max chip thickness 0.1 – 0.15 – 0.2 CMC ISO No. Material γ mc N/mm HB Cutting speed v , m o = Insert rake angle Malleable cast iron K 07.1 Ferritic (short chipping) 790 130 0.28 = C hip thickness compensation factor m c 07.2 Pearlitic (long chipping) 900 230 0.28 Grey cast iron 08.1 Low tensile k strength 180 0.28 850 –720 –620 c = Specific cutting force 890 08.2 High tensile strength 1100 245 0.28 910 –780 –670 Nodular cast iron = S pecific cutting force for average chip k c1 09.1 Ferritic 900 160 0.28 09.2 0.28 495 –420 –360 thickness .039 inch1350 (1 mm)250 2) Pearlitic (N/mm H 45-60q entering angle. Positive cutting geometry and coolant should be used.
(lbs/inch2)
2
c
Tool holding
( ) γo
N/mm2
85 × 4 × 600 × 1700
E
1)
100 mm
125 mm
D 35 MILLING Cutting data
Machinability Other information
Pc =
3.346 × .157 × 23.6 × 246500 M
Hardness Brinell
D
Milling
01.1 01.2 01.3 01.4 01.5
Material Steel Unalloyed C = 0.10 – 0.25% C = 0.25 – 0.55% C = 0.55 – 0.80%
Drilling
P
CT530 Max chip thickness 0.1 – 0.15 – 0.2 Cutting speed vc, m
Boring
CMC ISO No.
Hardness Brinell
Threading
Milling with large engagement Metric
Condit Cutter, over the engage
A
Troubleshooting
Turning
Application hints for milling Power capacity • Check power capability and machine rigidity, making sure that the machine can handle the cutter diameter required.
Parting and grooving
B
Overhang • Machine with the shortest possible tool overhang on the spindle.
C Threading
Select correct cutter pitch • Use the correct cutter pitch for the operation to ensure that there are not too many inserts engaged in cut, as this may cause vibration.
D
Milling
Cutting engagement • Ensure there is sufficient insert engagement with narrow workpieces or when milling over voids.
E
Drilling
Up to .020 inch (0.50 mm) Use correct feed • Ensure that the right feed per insert is used to achieve the right cutting action by use of the recommended maximum chip thickness.
Boring
F
Cutting direction • Use climb (down) milling whenever possible.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
D 36
Choice of insert geometry • Use positive geometry indexable inserts whenever possible for smooth cutting action and lowest power consumption.
Turning
Dampened milling tools
Entering angle • Select the most suitable entering angle.
C Threading
• For longer overhang of more than 4 times the tool diameter, vibration tendencies can become more apparent, and dampened cutters can improve the productivity radically.
B
Cutter diameter • Select the right diameter in relation to the workpiece width. Cutter position • Position the milling cutter correctly.
Milling
D
F
Boring
Coolant • Only use coolant if considered necessary. Milling is generally performed better without.
Drilling
E
G Tool holding
Maintenance • Follow tool maintenance recommendations and monitor tool wear.
H
D 37
Machinability Other information
A
Parting and grooving
Troubleshooting
2
Drilling Drilling covers methods of making cylindrical holes in a workpiece with metal cutting tools
• Theory
E6
• Selection procedure
E 15
• System overview
E 20
• How to apply
E 26
• Hole quality and tolerances
E 37
• Troubleshooting
E 42
E3
Turning
A
Theory
The drilling process • T he drill is always engulfed in the workpiece, leaving no view of the operation.
B Parting and grooving
• Chips must be controlled. hip evacuation is essential; it affects •C hole quality, tool life and reliability.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Four common drilling methods
E Drilling
Trepanning
Drilling
Drilling is classified into four common methods: - Drilling
F
- Trepanning - Chamfer drilling
Boring
- Step drilling
Chamfer drilling
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
E4
Step drilling
Theory
A
Turning
The most common holes
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
1 2 3 4 5
6
Milling
The most common holes are:
D
1 Holes with clearance for bolts
E
2 Holes with a screw thread 3 Countersink holes
6 Holes to remove weight for balancing.
F
Boring
5 Holes that form channels
Drilling
4 Holes that have a good fit
Tool holding
G
E5
Machinability Other information
H
A
Theory
Turning
Maximum hole depth
B Parting and grooving
Chip evacuation
Maximum hole depth is a function of hole diameter Dc and hole depth (l4). Example: max hole depth l4 = 3 x Dc.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
H Machinability Other information
Hole depth (l4) determines the choice of tool.
E6
Theory
Turning
Drilling theory •C utting speed (vc) for indexable drills declines from 100% at the periphery to zero at the center. • T he central insert operates from cutting speed zero to approx. 50% of vc max. The peripheral insert works from 50% of vc max up to 100% of vc max.
C Threading
vc = 0
B Parting and grooving
Cutting speeds for indexable drills
0.5 x vc max
A
vc max
Milling
D
E
Cutting speeds for solid and brazed carbide drills Drilling
• T wo effective cutting edges, from the center to the periphery. • Two edges/rev: z = 2.
Boring
F
G Tool holding
vc max
H
E7
Machinability Other information
vc = 0
A
Theory
Turning
Solid carbide drill (SCD) vs. high speed drills (HSS)
Solid carbide drill •C hisel edge is practically eliminated with the solid carbide drill.
Parting and grooving
B
Point angle and chisel edge
C Threading
140º point angle Chisel edge
HSS drill
• T his results in better centering features and cuts chips close to the center of the drill point. This eliminates the need for a center drill.
D
Milling
• T he axial cutting force is reduced considerably, because the chisel edge is eliminated on solid carbide drills.
118º point angle
Drilling
E
F
1
4
2 Chisel edge 3 Primary clearance
2
2
1 Main cutting edge
6
4 Secondary clearance
Boring
5 Flute
Tool holding
G
6 Margin 7 First split 8 Negative chamfer 9 Clearance surface
Machinability Other information
H
E8
8
1
6 9
3
7 5
•C hisel edge is practically eliminated. • The main cutting edge reaches the center point. • Gives longer life and productivity. • Lower thrust and torque. • Better tolerances.
5
Theory
A
Cutting speed
Turning
Definitions of terms n = spindle speed (rpm)
B
vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min)
Parting and grooving
fn = feed per revolution (inch/r) (mm/r) vf = penetration rate (inch/min) (mm/ min) Dc = drill diameter (inch) (mm)
C Inch
π × Dc × n 12
ft/min
Threading
vc = Metric
Productivity in drilling is strongly related to the penetration rate, vf.
π × Dc × n 1000
D m/min
Milling
vc =
vf = fn × n inch/min (mm/min)
E Cutting speeds for indexable drills vc = 0
vc max 2
Drilling
Cutting speed (vc) for indexable drills declines from 100 % at the periphery to zero at the center.
vc max
F
Boring
The central insert operates from cutting speed zero to approx. 50% of vc max. The peripheral insert works from 50% of vc max up to 100% of vc max.
G vc = 0 Tool holding
Two edges, from the center to the periphery.
vc = max
Two edges/rev: z = 2.
H
E9
Machinability Other information
Cutting speeds for solid and brazed carbide drills
A
Theory
Turning
Parting and grooving
B
Effects of cutting speed – vc (ft/min) (m/min) • Affects the power Pc (Hp) (kW) and torque Mc (lbf-ft) (Nm). • The largest factor determining tool life. igher speed generates higher temperature and in•H creased flank wear, especially on the peripheral corner. •H igher speed is beneficial for chip formation in long chipping, soft materials, i.e., low carbon steel.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Too high cutting speed causes: - rapid flank wear - plastic deformation - poor hole quality - bad hole tolerance. Too low cutting speed causes: - built-up edge - bad chip evacuation - longer time in cut.
Boring
F
Cutting speed (vc) affects: - tool life - power consumption.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
E 10
Theory
A
Effects of feed rate – fn (inch/r) (mm/r) •A ffects the feed force Ff (N), power Pc (Hp) (kW) and torque Mc (lbf-ft) (Nm).
Turning
Feed rate
B Parting and grooving
• Controls chip formation. • Contributes to hole quality. • Primarily influences surface finish. • Contributes to mechanical and thermal stress.
Threading
C
fn = fz × 2 inch/r (mm/r)
D
Milling
Feed rate (fn) affects: - chip formation - power consumption - feed force - mechanical and thermal stress on the drill.
E
Drilling
High feed rate: - harder chip breaking - reduced time in cut.
F
Boring
Low cutting speed: - higher risk of drill breakage - reduced hole quality. Low feed rate: - longer, thinner chips - quality improvement - accelerated tool wear - longer time in cut.
Tool holding
G
E 11
Machinability Other information
H
A
Theory
Turning
Approximate calculation of power consumption CoroDrill® 880
CoroDrill® Delta-C n = spindle speed (rpm) vc = c utting speed (ft/min) (m/min) fn = feed per revolution (inch/rev) (mm/rev) vf = penetration rate (inch/min) (mm/min) Dc = drill diameter (inch) (mm) fz = feed per edge (inch) (mm) kc1 = specific cutting force (lbf ft/ inch2) (N/mm2) Pc = power consumption (Hp) (kW) Ff = feed force (N) Mc = torque (lbf ft) (Nm)
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
Inch
E
fn × vc × Dc × kc1 132 × 103
Hp
Drilling
Pc =
Metric
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
For information about the kc value, see page H16.
Machinability Other information
H
E 12
Pc =
fn × vc × Dc × kc1 240 × 103
kW
Theory
A
CoroDrill® Delta-C
B Parting and grooving
CoroDrill® 880
Turning
Accurate calculation of power consumption
Pc =
Metric
fn × vc × Dc × kc 132 × 103
Pc =
Hp
D
fn × vc × Dc × kc
kW
240 × 103
κr)-mc ×
(
1–
γ0
100
)
E
Drilling
kc = kc1 × (fz × sin
Milling
Inch
C Threading
γ0 = 30°
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
For information about the kc value, see page H16.
E 13
Machinability Other information
H
A
Theory
Turning
Calculation of torque and feed force
Parting and grooving
B
C
n = Spindle speed (rpm) fn = F eed per revolution (inch/rev) (mm/rev) Dc = Drill diameter (inch) (mm)
Power consumption (Hp) (kW)
kc1 = S pecific cutting force (lbf ft/inch2) (N/mm2) Ff = Feed force (N)
Threading
Mc = Torque (lbf ft) (Nm)
Torque (lbf ft) (Nm)
Milling
D
Feed force (N)
Drilling
E
Mc =
Boring
F
Inch
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
E 14
Ff ≈ 0.5 × kc ×
Dc 2
fn × sin κr (N)
Metric
Pc × 16501 π×n
(lbf ft)
Mc =
Pc × 30 × 103 π×n
(Nm)
Tool selection
Turning
Tool selection procedure
A
Production planning process
Parting and grooving
B
Hole dimension and quality
C Component
Workpiece material, shape and quantity
Threading
1
2
Machine
Milling
D
Machine parameters
E
Choice of tool
Type of tool
Drilling
3
F
How to apply
Cutting data, coolant, etc.
Boring
4
Troubleshooting
Remedies and solutions
H
E 15
Machinability Other information
5
Tool holding
G
A
Tool selection
Turning
1. Component and the workpiece material Component:
B Parting and grooving
- Is the component rotation symmetric around the hole, i.e., can the hole be machined with a stationary drill? -C lamping, clamping forces and cutting forces. Is the component sensitive to vibrations?
C Threading
- Is a tool extension needed to reach the surface where the hole will be drilled, i.e., long tool overhangs?
D Material: Milling
-
Drilling
E
achinability m chip breaking hardness alloy elements.
F
2. Important machine considerations Condition of the machine:
Boring
-
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
E 16
achine stability m spindle speed coolant supply coolant pressure clamping of the workpiece horizontal or vertical spindle power and torque tool magazine.
Tool selection
A
Turning
3. Choice of drilling tools The basic parameters are: • diameter • depth • quality (tolerance, surface finish, straightness).
The hole type, and the required precision affect tool choice. Drilling can be affected by irregular or angled entry/exit surfaces and by cross holes.
B Parting and grooving
Different ways to make a hole
Drilling and boring
Step drilling
Threading
C
Milling, helical interpolation
Milling
D
Advantages
Advantages
Advantages
• Simple standard tools.
• Simple Tailor Made tools.
• Simple standard tools.
• Relatively flexible.
• F astest way to make a hole.
• Very flexible.
Drilling
E
F
• Low cutting forces.
Disadvantages Disadvantages
Boring
• Requires more power and stability.
• Longer cycle times.
G
• Less flexibility.
Tool holding
•R equires two tool positions.
Disadvantages
H
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Machinability Other information
• T wo tools, adapters and basic holders.
Turning
A
Tool selection
4. How to apply Important application considerations
B Parting and grooving
Tool holding lways use shortest possible drill and •A overhang. • F or best stability and hole quality, use modular tools, hydro-mechanical or hydraulic holding tools.
Threading
C
D Tool runout
Milling
•M inimum tool runout is essential for successful drilling.
E
Drilling
Chip evacuation and cutting fluid hip formation and evacuation is the •C dominant factor in drilling and affects hole quality.
Boring
F
Cutting speed
Thicker and stiffer chips
Tool holding
G More open due to less friction
Machinability Other information
H Feed
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Tool selection
Turning
5. Troubleshooting
A
Some areas to consider
B -C heck the wear pattern and if necessary adjust cutting data accordingly. Chip evacuation
Parting and grooving
Insert wear and tool life
C
Hole quality and tolerances -C heck clamping of drill/workpiece, feed rate, machine conditions and chip evacuation.
D
-C orrect cutting speed and feed rate is essential for high productivity and tool life.
Milling
Cutting data
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
H
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Machinability Other information
ø.984 in. (ø25mm)
Threading
- Check chip breaking and cutting fluid supply.
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
System overview
Drilling tools Drilling tools covering diameters from .0118 inch up to 4.331 inch (0.30 mm – 110 mm) and even larger as engineered products. Conventional drilling
C Threading
Irregular surface and cross-hole drilling
Milling
D
E
Drilling
F
Deep hole drill
Solid carbide drill Brazed carbide drill
Short hole drill
L/Dc
Boring
Large diameter drill 15xDc
G
Trepanning drill
Tool holding
10xDc
5xDc
Machinability Other information
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.394 (10)
.787 (20)
1.181 (30)
1.575 (40)
1.969 (50)
2.362 2.756 3.150 (60) (70) (80)
4.331 (110)
Drill diameter, Dc inch (mm)
System overview
A
Turning
Choice of drilling tools Step and chamfer drilling
Parting and grooving
Chamfer drilling
B
Step or step and chamfer drilling
Threading
C
Milling
D
Other methods
E
Drilling
Trepanning
F
Boring
Helical interpolation
G Tool holding
Radial adjusted drilling
Plunge drilling
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Machinability Other information
Solid drilling
A
System overview
Positioning of short hole drills
B
Indexable insert drills
Parting and grooving
Turning
Diameter and hole depth
Always to be considered as the first choice due to lower cost per hole. They are also very versatile tools.
•M edium and large diameter holes. • Medium tolerance demands. • Blind holes requiring a “flat” bottom. • Plunge drilling or boring operations.
First choice for smaller diameters and when closer hole tolerance is required.
•S mall diameter. • Close or precision tolerance holes. • Short to relatively deep holes.
An alternative choice to a solid carbide drill for larger diameters and when stability is bad (due to the less sensitive steel body).
Complement to solid carbide for larger diameters or when process stability is poor – the steel part of the drill provides toughness.
Threading
C
Application areas
Solid carbide drills
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Brazed carbide drills
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
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System overview
A
Turning
Indexable insert drills The basic drill
• For all workpiece materials. •S tandard, Tailor Made and special drills available. •A versatile tool that can do more than just drilling.
C Threading
• T he most economical way to produce a hole.
Parting and grooving
B
Milling
D
E
Mounting options
Drilling
Different mounting options are available, which enables the user to mount the drill to almost all machine configurations. Today, machine tool manufacturers are offering mounting options integrated to the spindle.
F Coromant Capto® coupling
Cylindrical with flat
Boring
Cylindrical shank
Whistle Notch
Other modular systems
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Machinability Other information
P-shank
Tool holding
G
A
System overview
Turning
Solid carbide drills The basic choice
Material-optimized drills
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
K
N
S
Special tools
Application-optimized drills Precision drill for hard steel
Chamfer drill
P M K N S H
P H
Drilling
E
P M K N S H
F
Short hole drills – ISO material groups ISO material group
M
K
N
S
Solid carbide drills
Brazed carbide drills
Indexable insert drills
Boring
P
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
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H
Selection procedure
A
Turning
Large hole diameters Large diameter drill
B Parting and grooving
Indexable insert drills are available in diameters up to 3.150 inch (80 mm).
Threading
C
Trepanning drill
D
Milling
Trepanning is used for larger hole diameters and where machine power is limited, because it is not as power consuming as solid drilling. Trepanning drills are available up to diameter 4.331 inch (110 mm) as standard.
Drilling
E
A milling cutter with helical or circular interpolation can be used instead of drills or boring tools. The method is less productive but can be an alternative when chip breaking is a problem.
F
Boring
Milling, helical interpolation
Tool holding
G
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Machinability Other information
H
Turning
A
How to apply Indexable insert drills Setup routine • Use the shortest possible drill.
Parting and grooving
B
How to apply
• Check programming length. •S tart drilling with a mid-range recommended feed rate to a depth of .125 inch (3.2 mm).
C
• Check chip formation and measure hole size. Threading
• Inspect the drill to make sure no drill-to-hole rubbing is taking place. • Increase or decrease feed rate according to chip formation, vibration, hole-surface quality, etc.
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Chip control • Improved chip evacuation is initially achieved by improving chip formation.
F
• Long chips may cause chip jamming in the drill flutes. Excellent
Boring
• Rectification involves selecting the correct insert geometry and adjusting cutting data.
G Tool holding
Acceptable
Not acceptable
H Machinability Other information
•A lso the surface finish may be affected and the insert or tool may be at risk.
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• CoroDrill 880 has three insert geometries to suit different materials and cutting conditions.
How to apply
A
Turning
Rotating drill • If over- or under-sized holes are produced or if the center insert tends to chip, it is often because the drill is off center. • T urning the drill 180° in its holder may solve this problem.
C Threading
•B ut it is important to ensure that the center axis of the drill and the axis of rotation are parallel in order to achieve accurate holes.
B Parting and grooving
Alignment
• T he machine spindle and the holder must be in good condition.
Milling
D
Radial adjustment
E
• It may be necessary to reduce the feed/rev (fn) due to longer tool overhang and less balanced cutting forces created by the offsetting. leeves are used to adapt various ISO •S shank sizes for one holder.
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Boring
G Tool holding
•R adial adjustment -.008 /+.028 inch (-0.2 /+0.7 mm). Note that the adjustment range for the drill should not be exceeded. (Maximum adjustment can be seen on the ordering pages in the catalog).
F
H Machinability Other information
•S etting is achieved by turning the scale ring surrounding the holder, marked in increments of .002 inch (0.05 mm), indicating a diametrical movement of the tool.
Drilling
Adjustable holder
A
How to apply
Turning
Adjustable sleeve for drills with ISO 9766 shanks
Parting and grooving
B
C Threading
Rotating drill – eccentric sleeve Drill diameter can be adjusted for closer hole tolerance. The adjustment range is approx. ±.012 (±0.3 mm), but adjustment in the negative direction should be made only if the drill produces an oversized hole (not in order to achieve undersized holes).
D
Milling
•O ne dot increases/decreases the diameter by .004 inch (0.10 mm). • Increase the diameter by turning the sleeve clockwise.
E
Drilling
•D ecrease the diameter by turning the sleeve counterclockwise. •U se both screws to clamp the drill in the fixture and make sure the bolts in the holder are long enough.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
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How to apply
A
Turning
Non-rotating drill
.001 inch
• T he total runout between the center line of the machine and the workpiece must not exceed .001 inch (0.03 mm).
C Threading
• T he drill should be mounted so that the top face of the peripheral insert is parallel to the machine’s transverse movement (usually X-axis).
B Parting and grooving
Alignment
Milling
D
• Misalignment also has the effect of radial offsetting, which produces either an over- or under-sized hole. • T esting can be carried out with a dial indicator together with a test bar.
Drilling
E
Dial indicator and test bar
F
1
2
•M ake holes with the drill mounted in each of the four flat positions. Hole measurement will indicate the state of machine alignment.
G Tool holding
• Another way is by making a drill with four flats equally positioned around the drill shank.
Boring
Drill with four flats
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Machinability Other information
H
4
A
How to apply
Turning
Deflection of turret Problem solving •D eflection of the turret on a CNC lathe can be caused by the feed force.
Parting and grooving
B
Feed force
Threading
C
• F irst, check if you can minimize torque by mounting the tool differently. Position B is preferable to position A.
D
Milling
B A
A
E
Drilling
• T o avoid wear on the drill body and retraction marks in the hole, mount the drill with the peripheral insert as shown in the picture.
F
Boring
Peripheral insert
Tool holding
G
Feed force
Machinability Other information
H
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• F inally, a reduction of the feed/revolution (fn) can be made to minimize the feed force.
How to apply
A
•N on-rotating indexable insert drills can also be used to generate tapered holes. •A lso chamfering and reliefs can be machined with the drill.
C Threading
hole which is to be threaded can be prepared in one •A pass along with chamfering.
B Parting and grooving
•H oles can be drilled larger than the nominal size of the drill as well as enlarged and finished with a subsequent boring pass.
Turning
Radial offset
Milling
D
Entering non-flat surfaces A
B
When entering non-flat surfaces there is a risk of drill deflection. To avoid this, the feed can be reduced when entering.
Drilling
A. Convex surface
E
• Normally no feed reduction needed.
F B. Concave surface Boring
• to 1/3 of original feed rate. C. Inclined surface
G
•W ith entering angle of 2º–89º, reduce feed to 1/3 of original feed rate.
Tool holding
D
D. Curved surface • Reduce feed 1/3 of original feed rate.
H
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Machinability Other information
C
A
How to apply
Turning
Irregular surfaces and pre-drilled holes When entering or exiting an irregular surface there is a risk of the inserts chipping.
B Parting and grooving
• T he feed rate should therefore be reduced. pre-drilled hole should be small rather •A than large - not more than 25% of the drill diameter - to avoid drill deflection.
C Threading
•H owever, reduced feed does allow broad machining of pre-drilled holes.
Milling
D
Coolant supply Internal coolant supply
E
Drilling
•A lways to be preferred especially in longchipping materials and when drilling deeper holes (4-5 x Dc). External coolant supply •C an be used when chip formation is good and when the hole depth is shallow.
F
Boring
Compressed air, minimal lubrication or dry drilling •C an be successful in favorable conditions, but is generally not recommended.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
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How to apply
A
Turning
Coolant – Important for successful performance Coolant supply is essential in drilling and influences: - chip evacuation - hole quality - tool life.
C Threading
•The cubic capacity of the coolant tank should be between 5-10 times larger than the volume of coolant that the pump supplies per minute. • The volume capacity can be checked using a stopwatch and a suitably-sized bucket.
Parting and grooving
B
D
Milling
The cutting fluid Soluble oil (emulsion) • 5 to 12% oil (10-25% for stainless steels). • EP (extreme pressure) additives.
Mist cutting fluid or minimal lubrication • can be used with good performance especially at high cutting speeds.
F
Boring
Neat oil • always with EP additives. • to be preferred for stainless steels. • both solid carbide and indexable insert drills work well with neat oil.
Drilling
E
G Tool holding
Dry drilling, without any coolant • can be performed in short-chipping materials. • hole depths up to 3 times the diameter. • preferably in horizontal applications. • tool life will be influenced negatively.
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Machinability Other information
H
A
How to apply
Turning
Brazed and solid carbide drills
Rotating drill .0008 inch (0.02 mm)
Parting and grooving
B
Tool runout Minimum tool runout is one of the main criteria for successful use of solid carbide drills. The runout should not exceed .0008 inch (0.02 mm) in order to achieve: - close hole tolerance
C Threading
- good surface finish - long and consistent tool life.
Stationary drill .0008 inch (0.02 mm)
Milling
D
Tool holding collet and tool shank in bad condition •A will ruin an otherwise perfect setup.
Drilling
E
•M ake sure that the TIR (Total Indicator Readout) is within .0008 inch (0.02 mm).
F
Boring
•A n unacceptable runout can be temporarily reduced by turning the drill or the collet 90° or 180° to find lowest TIR.
Tool holding
G
For best performance use hydro-mechanical, hydraulic or shrink fit chuck.
Machinability Other information
H
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How to apply
A
Turning
Coolant Internal or external Internal coolant supply
•S hould always be used at hole depths above 3 times the diameter. •A horizontal drill should have a flow of coolant coming out of the drill without any downward drop for at least 12 inches (30 cm).
C Threading
External coolant supply
Parting and grooving
B
• Is always to be preferred to avoid chip jamming.
• T o improve chip evacuation at least one coolant nozzle (two if drill is stationary) should be directed close to the tool axis. •C an sometimes help to avoid built-up edge formation due to a higher edge temperature.
D
Milling
• Can be acceptable in short-chipping materials.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
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Machinability Other information
H
A
How to apply
Turning
Safety precautions Internal coolant supply Safety against dangerous discs
uarding against through-hole discs is •G important to avoid damage or injury, especially when using non-rotating drills.
Rotating stop is an important measure
•A rotation stop may be necessary for rotating drills.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
External coolant supply
Milling
D
• If the coolant contains chip particles, the slit seatings may seize and as a result the housing will rotate.
E
Drilling
• If the rotating connector has not been used for a long time, check that the holder rotates in the housing before the machine spindle is started.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
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Hole quality and tolerance
Turning
Hole quality and tolerance
A
Steps to ensure good hole quality in drilling
• T ool holding influences hole quality and tool life. se the shortest possible drill for maxi•U mum stability. •C hip breaking and chip evacuation must always be satisfactory.
D
Milling
•C oolant supply and coolant pressure is important.
C Threading
• The machine tool should be in good condition.
Parting and grooving
B
E
F
- nominal value (the theoretical exact value) - tolerance width (a number), e.g., IT 7 according to ISO
G Tool holding
- position of the tolerance (designated by capital letters according to ISO).
Boring
Dmin
Hole dimensions are characterized by three parameters:
Dmax minus Dmin is the tolerance width, also called, e.g., IT 7.
H
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Machinability Other information
Dmax
Drilling
Hole and hole tolerance
A
Hole quality and tolerance
Turning
Hole tolerance according to ISO
Diameter range, inch/mm
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
E
Tolerance
Drilling Boring
.709– 1.181 18–30
1.181– 1.969 30–50
1.969– 3.150 50–80
3.150– 4.724 80–120
IT7
.0005 .0006 .0007 .0008 .0010 .0012 .0014 0.012 0.015 0.018 0.021 0.025 0.030 0.035
IT8
.0007 .0009 .0011 .0013 .0015 .0018 .0021 0.018 0.022 0.027 0.033 0.039 0.046 0.054
IT9
.0012 .0014 .0017 .0020 .0002 .0029 .0034 0.030 0.036 0.043 0.052 0.062 0.074 0.087
IT10
.0019 .0022 .0028 .0033 .0039 .0047 .0055 0.048 0.058 0.070 0.084 0.100 0.120 0.140
IT11
.0030 .0035 .0043 .0051 .0062 .0074 .0089 0.075 0.090 0.110 0.130 0.160 0.190 0.220
IT12
.0047 .0059 .0071 .0083 .0098 .0118 .0138 0.120 0.150 0.180 0.210 0.250 0.300 0.350
IT13
.0071 .0087 .0106 .0130 .0154 .0181 .0213 0.180 0.220 0.270 0.330 0.390 0.460 0.540
Examples
Bearings 1) Holes for threading Normal tap holes
Holes for threading with fluteless taps (rolled threads)
• The lower the IT-number, the closer the tolerance. • The tolerance for one IT-class grows with larger diameters.
+.003 inch (0.07 mm) +0.00
Example:
Ø .591 inch (15.00 mm) H10
Nominal value:
.591 inch (15.00 mm)
Tolerance width: .003 inch (0.07 mm) (IT 10 acc. to ISO) Position:
H Machinability Other information
.394– .709 10–18
.0003 .0004 .0004 .0005 .0006 .0007 .0009 0.008 0.009 0.011 0.013 0.016 0.019 0.022
Tool holding
G
.236– .394 6–10
IT6
1)
F
.118– .236 3–6
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0 to plus (H acc. to ISO)
A
Turning
Hole quality and tolerance
Hole Ø .787 inch (20 mm) H7
Axle Ø .787 inch (20 mm) h7
The hole tolerance is often connected to the tolerance of an axle, that should fit the hole.
B Parting and grooving
Hole tolerances according to ISO
Threading
C
D
Hole and axle tolerance according to ISO
Milling
Axle tolerance position is denominated by lower case letters corresponding to the hole tolerance. The figure below gives a complete picture.
E
Drilling
Most common
Axle larger than hole
F
Boring
Hole larger than axle
G Drive fit
Interface
Tool holding
Play (bearings)
Slide fit
Grip = negative play (fix joints)
H
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Machinability Other information
Running fit
A
Hole quality and tolerance
Turning
Hole and tool tolerance Obtainable hole tolerance with different tools
B Parting and grooving
Solid carbide drills
Threading
C
D
R844 Tolerance
Brazed carbide drill
Indexable insert drill
R840 R842 R850
IT6 IT7 IT8 IT9
With pre-setting
Milling
IT10
E
IT11 IT12 IT13
Drilling
Solid carbide and brazed drills Drill diameter Dc tolerance
F
Boring
• T he drill is ground to a certain diameter tolerance, designated by lower case letters according to ISO. Dc tolerance for a solid carbide drill and a brazed carbide drill
H Machinability Other information
The hole tolerance • F or modern solid carbide or brazed carbide drills like CoroDrill Delta-C and Coromant Delta, the hole tolerance is very close to the drill tolerance.
Tool holding
G
Drill tolerance
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Hole quality and tolerances
A
Hole tolerance
• T he diameter tolerance of an indexable insert drill is a combination of the tip seat tolerance in the drill body and the insert tolerance.
• Indexable insert drills give an optimal cutting force balance and a plus tolerance (oversized) hole, because most holes are with H-tolerance.
B Parting and grooving
Drill tolerance
Turning
Indexable insert drills
Threading
C
Drill depth 2-3 x Dc
Hole tolerance, inch (mm)
.472 – 1.732 (12.00 – 43.99) 0/+.0098 (0/+0.25)
1.732 – 2.086 (44.00 – 52.99) 0/+.0110 (0/+0.28)
2.087 – 2.500 (53.00 – 63.50) 0/+.0118 (0/+0.30)
0/+.0079 (0/+0.20)
0/+.0098 (0/+0.25)
0/+.0110 (0/+0.28)
Tolerance Dc, inch (mm)
D
Milling
Drill diameter, inch (mm)
2.087 – 2.500 (53.00 – 63.50) 0/+.0177 (0/+0.45)
+.0016/+.0094 (+0.04/+0.24)
+.0016/+.0114 (+0.04/+0.29)
+.0016/+.0126 (+0.04/+0.32)
How to improve the hole tolerance
Ø.9876 in (Ø25.084 mm) Ø.9843 in (Ø25 mm)
One way of eliminating the manufacturing tolerance of the drill body and inserts is to preset the drill. This can be done in a lathe or with an adjustable holder/sleeve, see page E27.
Ø.9843 inch (Ø25 mm) H10
A tolerance width (IT) inside .004 inch (0.10 mm) can then be obtained.
F
Boring
Tolerance Dc, inch (mm)
1.732 – 2.086 (44.00 – 52.99) 0/+.0169 (0/+0.43)
G Tool holding
Hole tolerance, inch (mm)
.472 – 1.732 (12.00 – 43.99) 0/+.0157 (0/+0.40)
H
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Machinability Other information
Drill diameter, inch (mm)
Drilling
E
Drill depth 4-5 x Dc
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Indexable insert drill Problem
Solution
Oversized holes
Rotating drill 1. Increase coolant flow, clean filter, clear coolant holes in drill. 2. Try a tougher geometry on peripheral side (keep center insert).
Non-rotating drill 1. Check alignment on lathe. 2. Rotate drill 180°. 3. Try a tougher geometry on peripheral side (keep center insert).
Undersized holes
Rotating drill 1. Increase coolant flow, clean filter, clear coolant holes in drill. 2. Try a tougher geometry on center side and a light cutting geometry on peripheral side.
Non-rotating drill 1. Stationary: Check alignment on lathe. 2. Stationary: Rotate drill 180°. 3. Try a tougher geometry on peripheral side (keep center).
Pin in hole
Rotating drill 1. Increase coolant flow, clean filter, clear coolant holes in drill. 2. Try a different geometry on peripheral side and adjust feed rate within recommended cutting data. 3. Shorten drill overhang.
Non-rotating drill 1. Check alignment on lathe. 2. Increase coolant flow, clean filter, clear coolant holes in drill. 3. Shorten drill overhang. 4. Try a different geometry on peripheral side and adjust feed rate within recommended cutting data.
Vibrations
1. Shorten drill overhang, Improve the workpiece stability. 2. Reduce cutting speed. 3. Try a different geometry on peripheral side and adjust feed rate within recommended cutting data.
Insufficient machine torque
1. Reduce feed. 2. Choose a light cutting geometry to lower the cutting force.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H Mc lbf-ft (Nm) E 42
Troubleshooting
A
Solution
Insufficient machine power
1. Reduce speed. 2. Reduce feed. 3. Choose a light cutting geometry to lower the cutting force.
Pc HP (kW) Hole widens at bottom (due to chip jam on center insert) 1. Increase coolant flow, clean filter, clear coolant holes in drill. 2. Try a different geometry on peripheral side and adjust feed rate within recommended cutting data. 3.Shorten drill overhang.
C Threading
Hole not symmetrical
B Parting and grooving
Problem
Turning
1. Reduce feed. 2. Choose a light-cutting geometry to lower the cutting force.
Broken insert screws
1. Use torque wrench to fasten the screw together, apply Molykote.
D
Milling
Poor tool life
Drilling
E
Bad surface finish
1. Important to have good chip control. 2. Reduce feed (if it is important to keep vf, increase speed as well). 3. Increase coolant flow, clean filter, clear coolant holes in drill. 4. Shorten drill overhang, improve the workpiece stability.
Boring
F
Caused by long chips 1. Check geometry and cutting data recommendations. 2. Increase coolant flow, clean filter, clear coolant holes in drill. 3. Reduce feed within recommended cutting data. 4. Increase cutting speed within recommended cutting data.
H
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Machinability Other information
Chip jamming in the drill flutes
Tool holding
G
A
Troubleshooting
Turning
Tool wear – Indexable insert drill Cause
Solution
a) C utting speed too high. b) Insufficiently wear resistant grade.
a) R educe cutting speed. b) Choose a more wear resistant grade.
Peripheral insert • Diffusion wear caused by temperature too high on rake face.
Peripheral insert • Select GC4024 or GC4014 with Al2O3 coating against oxidation. • Reduce speed.
Flank wear
Parting and grooving
B
Problem
C Threading
Crater wear
Central insert: • Abrasive wear caused by built-up edge and smearing.
D
Milling
General: • Choose a more positive geometry.
Plastic deformation (peripheral insert)
Drilling
E
Boring
F
utting temperature (cutting a) C speed) too high, combined with high pressure (feed, hardness of workpiece). b) As a final result of excessive flank wear and/or crater wear.
a–b) S elect a more wear resistant grade with better resistance to plastic deformation, i.e., GC4014 or GC4024. a–b) Reduce cutting speed. a) Reduce feed.
a) Insufficent toughness of grade. b) Insert geometry too weak. c) Built-up edge (BUE). d) Irregular surface. e) Bad stability. f) Sand inclusions (cast iron).
a) S elect a tougher grade, i.e., GC4044. b) Select a stronger geometry, i.e., -GT. c) Increase cutting speed or select a more positive geometry. d) Reduce feed at entrance. Choose geometry -GT. e) Improve stability. f) Choose a stronger geometry, i.e., -GR or -GT. Reduce feed.
Chipping
Tool holding
G
H Machinability Other information
Central insert: • Choose GC1044, if H13A is used. • Reduce feed.
E 44
Troubleshooting
A
Cause
Solution
a) L ow cutting speed (temperature too low at the cutting edge). b) Cutting geometry too negative. c) Very sticky material, such as certain stainless steels and pure aluminum. d) Percent of oil mixture in cutting fluid too low.
a) Increase cutting speed or change to a coated grade. b) Select a more positive geometry. c-d) Increase oil mixture and volume/pressure in cutting fluid.
Built-up edge (BUE)
B Parting and grooving
Problem
Turning
Threading
C
D
Checkpoints and remedies 1. M ake sure the right cutting data and drill geometry are used.
Milling
Chip evacuation - general recommendations
E
4. Inspect the cutting edges. Chipping on the edge can cause long chips because the chip is divided.
F
6. A djust feed and speed. See diagram on page E 18.
G Tool holding
5. C heck if the machinability has changed due to a new batch of workpiece material. Cutting data may need to be adjusted.
Boring
heck if the cutting fluid flow and pres3. C sure can be increased.
Drilling
2. Inspect chip form (compare with picture on page E 26).
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Machinability Other information
H
A
Troubleshooting
Turning
Peck drilling – solid carbide / brazed drills
Parting and grooving
B
Peck drilling can be used if no other solution can be found. There are two different ways to perform a peck drilling cycle: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Do not retract the drill more than approx. .012 inch (0.3 mm) from the hole bottom. Alternatively, make a periodical stop, while the drill is still rotating, before continuing to drill.
C Threading
- Method 1 for best productivity
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
D
- Method 2 for best chip evacuation
Milling
After each drilling cycle, retract the drill out from the hole to ensure that no chips are stuck onto the drill.
Drilling
E
Tool wear – solid carbide / brazed drills
1. C utting speed too low and edge temperature too high. 2. Negative land too large. 3. No coating. 4. Percentage of oil in the cutting fluid too low.
1. Increase cutting speed or use external cutting fluid. 2. Sharper cutting edge. 3. Coating on the edge. 4. Increase the percentage of oil in the cutting fluid.
Boring
Chipping on the edge corner
Tool holding
1. Unstable fixturing. 2. TIR too large. 3. Intermittent cutting. 4. Insufficient cutting fluid (thermal cracking). 5. Unstable tool holding.
H Machinability Other information
Solution
Built-up edge
F
G
Cause
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
heck fixture. C Check radial runout. Decrease the feed. Check cutting fluid supply. Check the tool holder.
E 46
Troubleshooting
A
Solution 1. 2. 3. 4.
B
Large wear on the cutting edge 1. Cutting speed too high. 2. Feed too low. 3. Grade too soft. 4. Lack of cutting fluid.
ecrease the cutting speed. D Increase the feed. Change to harder grade. Check for proper cutting fluid supply.
Chipping on the cutting edge
C
1. C heck the setup. 2. Replace drill sooner. 3. Change to softer grade.
Threading
1. Unstable conditions. 2. Maximum allowed wear exceeded. 3. Grade too hard.
D
Wear on the circular lands 1. C heck the radial runout. 2. Use neat oil or stronger emulsion. 3. Decrease cutting speed. 4. Change to harder grade.
Milling
1. TIR too large. 2. Cutting fluid too weak. 3.Cutting speed too high. 4. Abrasive material.
Parting and grooving
Cause
Turning
E Wear on the chisel edge 1. Increase cutting speed. 2. Decrease feed. 3. Check dimensions.
Drilling
1. Cutting speed too low. 2. Feed too high. 3. Chisel edge too small.
F
Thermal cracks (notches) 1. Inconsistent cutting fluid
G Tool holding
1. D ecrease the cutting speed and/or feed. 2. Increase cutting fluid pressure. 3. Use a harder grade.
1. Check cutting fluid supply 2. Fill cutting fluid tank
H
E 47
Machinability Other information
1. C utting speed and/or feed too high. 2. Not enough cutting fluid supply. 3. Unsuitable drill/grade.
Boring
Wear due to plastic deformation
F2
Boring Boring operations involving rotating tools are applied to machine holes that have been made through methods such as pre-machining, casting, forging, extrusion, flame-cutting, etc.
• Theory
F4
• Selection procedure
F9
• System overview
F 14
• How to apply
F 21
• Troubleshooting
F 25
F3
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Boring theory The boring process • T ypically, boring operations are performed in machining centers and horizontal boring machines. • T he rotating tool is fed axially through the hole. •M ost holes are through-holes, often in prismatic components such as housings and casings.
Threading
C
Theory
Three different basic boring methods Boring with a stationary tool
Milling
D
Boring with a rotating tool
Milling, helical interpolation
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
• F or unsymmetrical components machined in a machining center.
•P rofiling can be carried out with standard boring bars.
• F lexible tool solutions with adjustable diameters.
ery flexible tool solu•V tions with interchangeable cutting heads.
•V ery productive in roughing operations.
•G ood solution when chip breaking is a problem.
•H igh quality hole tolerance and surface (for finishing).
•H igh quality demands of the machine (for finishing).
H Machinability Other information
•V ery flexible solution where one milling cutter can be used for different diameters.
• T o be used only for symmetrical components in a turning lathe.
F4
•S aves space in the tool magazine.
Theory
A
Turning
Definitions of terms Definitions of cutting data terms
B
n = spindle speed (rpm) ap = radial depth of cut (inch) (mm)
Parting and grooving
vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min) fn = feed per revolution (inch/r) (mm/r) Dc = boring diameter (inch) (mm)
C
vf = penetration rate (inch/min) (mm/min) fz = feed per tooth (inch/rev) (mm/rev)
π × Dc × n 12
(ft/min) Milling
vc = Metric
1000
E (m/min) Drilling
vc =
π × Dc × n
Feed
F
vf = fn × n (inch/min) (mm/min)
Boring
The axial tool movement is called feed rate (fn) and is measured in inch/revolution (mm/rev). The feed rate is obtained by multiplying the feed per tooth, inch/rev (mm/ rev), by the number of effective teeth (zc). The feed rate is the key value in determining the quality of the surface being machined and for ensuring that the chip formation is within the scope of the insert geometry.
fn = zc × fz (inch/r) (mm/r)
G
Penetration rate
Cutting depth
The penetration rate (vf) is the speed of the axial movement and is strongly related to productivity.
The cutting depth (ap) is the difference between the uncut and the cut hole radius.
F5
Tool holding
The boring tool rotates at a certain number of revolutions (n) per minute generating a certain diameter (Dc). This gives a specific cutting speed (vc) measured in ft/min (m/min) at the cutting edge.
D
Inch
H Machinability Other information
Cutting speed
Threading
zc = effective number of teeth that machine the final surface
A
Theory
Turning
Calculating power consumption and torque B Parting and grooving
n = spindle speed (rpm) vc = cutting speed (ft/min) (m/min)
Pc Hp (Nm)
Dc = boring diameter (inch) (mm)
C Threading
fn = feed per revolution (inch/r) (mm/r) kc = specific cutting force (lbs/inch2) (N/mm2)
Mc lbf ft (Nm)
Pc = power consumption (Hp) (kW) Mc = torque (lbf ft) (Nm)
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
Torque The torque (Mc) is the torque value produced by the boring tool during cutting action, which the machine must be able to provide.
Net power The net power (Pc) is the power the machine must be able to provide to the cutting edges in order to drive the cutting action. The mechanical and electrical efficiency of the machine must be taken into consideration when selecting cutting data.
Specific cutting force Cutting force/area for a given chip thickness in tangential direction. The kc value indicates the machinability of a certain material and is expressed in lbs/inch2 (N/mm2). F6
Inch
Mc =
Pc × 16501
(lbf ft)
π×n
Metric
Mc =
Pc =
Pc × 30 × 103
π×n
ap × fn × kc × vc 60 × 103
(Nm)
( ) 1 –
ap
Dc
(Hp) (kW)
Theory
A
Turning
Tools for roughing and finishing
•R ough boring operations are performed to open up the existing hole to prepare for fine boring.
B Parting and grooving
Rough boring tool with multiple edges
Single-edge fine boring tool • F ine boring operations are performed to make the hole within final hole tolerance, position and surface finish limits.
D
Milling
• T he diameter of a fine boring tool can be adjusted within microns.
Threading
C
Ø.9843 in (Ø25 mm) H7
E
Drilling
Ø.9843 in (Ø25 mm) Ø.9851 in (Ø25.021 mm)
Hole tolerance of boring and reaming tools Single-edge fine boring tool
Multi-edge reamer for high feed finishing
Boring
Rough boring tool with multiple edges
F
G Tool holding
IT6 IT7 IT8 IT9
F7
Machinability Other information
H
A
Theory
Turning
Hole making methods Single-edge boring Usually applied for finishing operations and for roughing in materials where chip control is demanding, or when machine tool power is limited.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C Multi-edge boring Involves two or three cutting edges and is employed for roughing operations where metal removal rate is the first priority.
Milling
D
Step boring Performed in roughing by a boring tool having the inserts set at different axial heights and diameters. Employed where large stock removal is required or to get improved chip control. Good choice for off-center holes.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Reaming A light finishing operation performed with a multi-edge reamer at high feeds.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
F8
Tool selection
Turning
Tool selection procedure Production planning process
1
Component
Workpiece material, shape and quantity
Parting and grooving
Ø.9843 in (Ø25 mm) H7
C
Ø.9843 in (Ø25 mm) Ø.9851 in (Ø25.021 mm)
Threading
Hole dimension and quality
B
D
Machine
Machine parameters
Milling
2
3
Choice of tool
Drilling
E
Type of tool
F
How to apply
Cutting data, coolant, etc.
Boring
4
Troubleshooting
Remedies and solutions
H
9
Machinability Other information
5
Tool holding
G
A
Tool selection
Turning
1. Component and the workpiece material Parameters to be considered
B
Component
Parting and grooving
• Identify the type of operation and note characteristics regarding the hole to be machined, limitations, material and machine. •C lamping, clamping forces and cutting forces. Is the component sensitive to vibrations?
C Threading
•S elect the tool that covers the boring diameter range and depth for the operation, surface finish and tolerance.
D
Milling
Material
Drilling
E
F
• • • •
achinability M Chip breaking Hardness Alloy elements
• • • • • • • •
pindle interface S Machine stability The spindle speed Coolant supply Clamping of the workpiece Horizontal or vertical spindle Power and torque Tool magazine
2. Machine parameters
Boring
Condition of the machine
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
F 10
Tool selection
A
Turning
3. Choice of tools Finishing
Roughing
Parting and grooving
B
C Single-edge boring
Single-edge boring
Reaming Threading
Step boring
Multi-edge boring
Step-boring
Single-edge boring
• High metal removal rate.
• F or rough boring with large stock removal.
• For general fine boring.
• Productive boring.
• Improved chip control.
Single-edge boring
• Tolerance capability IT6.
Reaming
• Improved chip control.
•V ery good surface finish at high penetration rates.
• L ess machine-power demanding.
D
Milling
Multi-edge boring
E
Drilling
uitable for mass •S production.
Boring
F
Special boring operations
G
Engineered tools
Tool holding
• Many operations in one tool. • T he operations can be completed during one feed motion.
F 11
Machinability Other information
H
A
Tool selection
Turning
4. How to apply Important application considerations Tool holding
B Parting and grooving
lways use the strongest coupling and •A aim for the shortest tool overhang. • F or best stability and hole quality use Coromant Capto®, dampened tools and tapered shanks.
C Threading
Tool considerations onsider lead (entering) angle, insert •C geometry and grade.
D
Chip evacuation and cutting fluid
Milling
hip formation and evacuation are im•C portant factors in boring and affect hole quality and hole tolerance. Cutting data Cutting speed, vc ft/min (m/min)
orrect cutting speed and feed rate is •C essential for high productivity, tool life and hole quality.
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Feed, inch/r (mm/r)
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
F 12
Tool selection
A
Turning
5. Troubleshooting Important application considerations Insert wear and tool life
•C heck the chip breaking and cutting fluid supply. Hole quality and tolerances
Ø.9843 in (Ø25 mm) H7
heck clamping of boring tool/work•C piece, feed rate, machine conditions and chip evacuation.
C Threading
Chip evacuation
Parting and grooving
B
• C orrect geometry, grade and cutting data is essential in boring operations.
D
E
Drilling
orrect cutting speed, feed rate and •C cutting depth is essential for high productivity, tool life and to avoid vibrations.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
H
F 13
Machinability Other information
Ø.9843 in (Ø25 mm) Ø.9851 in (Ø25.021 mm)
Milling
Cutting data
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
System overview
System overview Rough boring tools Rough boring operations are performed to open up an existing hole to prepare for finishing. Heavy duty tool with two inserts
Tool with two inserts
C
Tool with one insert
Threading
Tool with three inserts
D
Milling
Tool with dampened adapter
E
Fine boring tools
Drilling
Fine boring operations are performed to finalize hole within tolerance and surface finish limits.
F
Single-edge tool with dampened adapter
Single-edge tool with modular adapter Single-edge tools
Boring
Multi-edge reamer
G Tool holding
Fine boring head for fine boring bars
Machinability Other information
H
F 14
A
Turning
System overview
Rough boring tool with three inserts Diameter range 1.378 - 12.047 inch (35 - 306 mm)
Parting and grooving
B
Rough boring tool with two inserts Diameter range .984 - 10.630 inch (25 - 270 mm)
C Diameter range 5.906 - 21.654 inch (150 - 550 mm)
D
Milling
Diameter inch 0 1.969 3.937 5.906 7.874 9.843 11.811 13.780 15.748 17.717 19.685 21.654 mm 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550
Threading
Heavy duty rough boring tool with two inserts
Multi-edge reamer Diameter range .394 - 1.250 inch (10 - 31.75 mm)
E
Drilling
Fine boring head Diameter range .118 - 1.654 inch (3 - 42 mm)
F Single-edge boring tool with integrated adapter Boring
Diameter range .906 - 6.953 (23 - 176.6 mm)
G Diameter range 5.906 - 38.646 inch (150 - 981.6 mm)
Diameter
Tool holding
Single-edge boring tool with modular adapter
F 15
Machinability Other information
H
inch 0 .984 1.969 5.906 7.874 9.843 11.811 19.685 21.654 23.622 35.433 39.370 mm 0 25 50 150 200 250 300 500 550 600 900 1000
Turning
A
Choice of tool
Choice of tools Roughing Multi-edge boring
B Parting and grooving
•H igh metal removal rate. • Productive boring. Single-edge boring • Improved chip control. • Less machine-power demanding.
C Threading
Step-boring • F or rough boring with large stock removal. • Improved chip control.
Milling
D
Finishing Single-edge boring
E
• F or general fine boring. • Tolerance capability IT6.
Drilling
Reaming •V ery good surface finish at high penetration rates. • Suitable for mass production.
Boring
F
G
Special boring operations
Tool holding
Engineered tools •M any operations in one tool. • The operations can be completed during one feed motion.
Machinability Other information
H
F 16
Choice of tool
A
Rough boring tool with three inserts
B Parting and grooving
First choice recommendation for medium and high power machines is a rough boring tool with three cutting edges for optimized productivity.
Turning
Rough boring tools
Rough boring tool with two inserts A rough boring tool with two cutting edges is first choice for low to medium power machines, unstable operations or large diameters.
Threading
C
D
Milling
Dampened rough boring tool for long overhangs Choose dampened rough boring tools for overhangs longer than 4 times the coupling diameter.
Drilling
E
Boring tool setup
F
Single-edge boring
Multi-edge boring
Boring
All rough boring tools can be set up in three different ways. Step boring
Tool holding
G
F 17
Machinability Other information
H
All rough boring tools can be ordered and assembled, adapted to the chosen type of rough boring method.
A
Choice of tool
Turning
Slides for rough boring tools Slides with negative inserts • F or stable conditions, choose negative shape inserts for better insert economy.
B Parting and grooving
se negative inserts in tough applica•U tions that require strong inserts and improved process security.
Slides with positive inserts • In rough boring, it is an advantage to use positive basic-shape inserts as they give lower cutting forces compared to negative inserts.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Lead (entering) angle and insert shape
Drilling
E
• A small nose angle and small nose radius also contribute to keeping the cutting forces down.
The lead (entering) angle of boring tools affects the direction and magnitude of axial and radial forces. A small lead (large entering) angle produces a large axial force, while a large lead (small entering) angle results in a large radial cutting force.
F
Positive inserts
Negative inserts
Boring
- For interrupted cuts, sand 15°/6° (75°/84°) inclusions, stack boring etc. Through holes only. 6° (84°)
G Tool holding
0° (90°)
- F irst choice for general operations, step boring and for shoulder operations. 0° (90°)
0° (90°)
–5° (95°)
H Machinability Other information
6° (84°)
15° (75°)
-5° (95°)
F 18
- F or high feeds or improved surface finish with Wiper inserts in stable conditions. -5° (95°)
Choice of tool
A
Turning
Fine boring tools Single-edge fine boring tool
B Parting and grooving
A single-edge fine boring tool is the first choice for fine boring operations.
C
For small diameters a fine boring head with fine boring bars is required.
Threading
Fine boring head with fine boring bars
Milling
D
Silent Tools for long overhangs
E
Drilling
Silent Tools (dampened) are the first choice for overhangs longer than 4 times the coupling diameter.
F
G Tool holding
Multi-edge reamers are suitable for high feeds in mass production.
Boring
Multi-edge reamer
F 19
Machinability Other information
H
A
Choice of tool
Turning
Cartridges for fine boring tools General recommendations • In fine boring, positive basic-shape inserts are used, as they give lower cutting forces compared to negative inserts.
Parting and grooving
B
Positive inserts 7° clearance angle
C
•P ositive basic-shape inserts with 7° clearance angle are the first choice • L ight-cutting insert geometries, thin coatings and a small nose radius (maximum .016 inch (0.4 mm)) also contribute to keep the cutting forces down.
Threading
Positive inserts 11° clearance angle
Milling
D
Adapters • Choose the shortest possible adapter length.
E
• Choose the largest possible diameter/size of adapter.
• If possible, use a tapered adapter to increase the static stiffness and to reduce the deflection.
F
• F or long overhangs, ensure rigid clamping with flange contact to spindle if possible.
Boring
Drilling
• F or long overhangs (larger than 4 x coupling diameter) use dampened adapters.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
F 20
How to apply
Adjustable fine boring mechanism
B Single-edge fine boring tools have adjustment possibilities to accurately pre-set the cutting edge within microns.
Parting and grooving
Fine boring tools
Turning
How to apply
A
Threading
C
•B oring tools for finishing, with one cutting edge, will experience some degree of radial deflection during machining due to the cutting forces.
D
• T he depth of cut and length of overhang influence the radial deflection of the boring tool.
Milling
Tool deflection
E
•A measuring cut is normally needed, followed by a final adjustment of the tool.
Drilling
• T he deflection might cause undersized holes or vibrations.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
F 21
Machinability Other information
H
A
How to apply
Turning
Boring tools – general Chip evacuation, cooling and lubrication between the tool and the workpiece material are primary functions of cutting fluid.
Parting and grooving
B
Cutting fluid supply
•A pply cutting fluid for optimized chip evacuation, cooling and lubrication. • Affects hole quality and tool life.
C Threading
• Internal cutting fluid is recommended in order to direct the fluid to the cutting zone.
D
Milling
Chip control and chip evacuation
Drilling
E
Chip formation and chip evacuation are critical issues in boring operations, especially in blind holes. Ideally, chips should be in the form of defined commas or spirals.
Cutting depth, ap inch (mm)
Factors that have an influence on chip breaking are: - the insert micro and macro geometry - nose radius - lead (entering) angle - cutting depth - feed - cutting speed - material.
Boring
F
G Tool holding
Feed, inch/r (mm/r)
Machinability Other information
H
F 22
How to apply
A
Turning
Cutting data recommendations The cutting data for the insert geometry and grade chosen can generally be followed with the following exceptions:
B Parting and grooving
- Rough boring Max start value vc = 656 ft/min (200 m/min). - Fine boring with fine boring adapters: Max start value vc = 787 ft/min (240 m/min). - Fine boring with fine boring bars: Max start value vc = 295 – 394 ft/min (90 – 120 m/min). - Fine boring: Max ap = .020 inch (0.5 mm). If the cutting depth is too small, the insert will tend to ride on the pre-machined surface, only scratching and rubbing it, leading to poor results.
When rough boring, make sure the machine can provide sufficient power and torque.
F
Boring
Important parameters are: - feed - number of inserts - diameter - depth of cut.
Drilling
E
Power and torque consumption
Tool holding
G
H
F 23
Machinability Other information
M Mcc lbf-ft (Nm)
D
Milling
Cutting speed is mainly limited by: - vibration tendencies - chip evacuation - long overhangs.
Threading
C
A
How to apply
Turning
Tool maintenance and use of torque wrench •A lways use a torque wrench and apply the recommended torque on screws for insert and tool assembly.
B
• Check inserts and insert seats regularly.
Parting and grooving
• Replace worn or exhausted screws and washers. • Clean all assembly items before assembly. • L ubricate all assembly items with oil at least once a year.
C Threading
• L ubricate the fine adjustment mechanism for fine boring regularly.
Milling
D
How to apply reaming tools • T he reamer should not be expected to correct any positional or straightness errors in the pre-machined hole.
Drilling
E
• T he straightness of the pre-machined hole should be less than .0020 inch (0.05 mm).
F
• A small runout is very important for reaming operations. Boring
• Maximum recommended runout is 5 microns. •M ake sure the reamer is concentric with the pre-machined hole.
G
• Choose the shortest possible tool holder and shank.
Tool holding
•E mulsion as cutting fluid generates better tool life than oil. • Use recommended cutting data.
Machinability Other information
H
F 24
Troubleshooting
Turning
Troubleshooting
A
Factors that affect vibration tendencies Vibration tendencies grow towards the right.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
D .008 (0.2)
.016 (0.4)
.031-.047 (0.8-1.2) Milling
inch (mm)
Drilling
E
• Apply step boring. • Choose a 2-edge rough boring tool. •C hoose a light-cutting geometry and grade. • Use a smaller nose radius.
•C heck that all units in the tool assembly are assembled correctly with the correct torque.
F
• Reduce feed or increase feed. • Use the largest tool diameter possible. • Use the shortest tool overhang possible.
Boring
• Decrease cutting speed.
G Tool holding
• Check workpiece clamping. •C heck machine spindle, wear, clamping, etc. • Increase depth of cut (finishing).
• Use dampened tools if long overhang. F 25
Machinability Other information
H
• Decrease depth of cut (roughing).
A
Troubleshooting
Turning
Insert wear Insert wear patterns and remedies in boring are generally very similar to turning.
Parting and grooving
B
Chip breaking Cause Too short, hard
C
Solution • Increase cutting speed • Decrease feed
Threading
•C hange geometry to a more open chip breaker
D
Too long
• Increase feed • Decrease cutting speed
Milling
•C hange geometry to a more closed chip breaker
E
Surface Drilling
Tool vibration
Boring
F
Too high feed
• Decrease feed
Too high speed
• Decrease speed
Too large cutting depth
• Apply step boring
Too high cutting forces
• Decrease depth of cut • Use positive inserts • Use smaller nose radius
Tool holding
G Feed marks
•C hoose knife edge wiper insert
H
• Use larger nose radius
Machinability Other information
Too high feed
• Decrease feed
F 26
Troubleshooting
A
Turning
Solution
Wrong cutting data
•C hange cutting edge and investigate reason for wear pattern – cutting data, insert geometry and insert grade.
C
Chips scratching surface Bad chip breaking
B Parting and grooving
Insert wear
• Change cutting data • Change insert geometry
Threading
Cause
D
• Increase speed • Use coolant
E
Drilling
• Use a cermet grade
Machine power limitation • Decrease cutting data
F
Boring
• Apply step boring
G Tool holding
Limited machine power
H
F 27
Machinability Other information
Bad surface finish
Milling
Surface finish
Tool holding The clamping of a cutting tool can influence the productivity and performance of the cutting tool dramatically. Therefore it is important to choose the right holding tools. This chapter will simplify the decision process and give guidelines how to apply and maintain the holding products.
• History and background
G4
• Why modular tooling
G7
• Turning centers
G 15
• Machining centers
G 23
• Multi-task machines
G 29
• Chucks
G 33
G3
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Tool holding systems • T he tool holding interface with the machine plays a very important part in the cutting process. •S tability, time for tool changing, accuracy, flexibility, modularity, handling and storing is of vital importance for successful machining. •C ompared to conventional shank tools, a quick change system can increase the effective cutting time by 25% in turning centers.
Threading
C
History and background
Milling
D
Tool holding systems today • T ooling has evolved through the necessity to produce new types of machine manufacturing standards.
Drilling
E
F
• These tools have generally followed the spindle interface design of MTMs, without any standardization controls.
Boring
• There are over 35 types of spindle interface on machines today, with as many tooling options to support, hence exchangeability and assortment availability decreases dramatically.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
G4
History and background
A
Turning
History of machine tapers
• T he taper was the basis of most machine tool spindles, due to the long taper, giving secure contact and stability.
C Threading
• It is still popular today, in various sizes, using taper 7/24, but it is not a modular tooling solution.
B Parting and grooving
• T his style of taper was introduced 40 years ago.
D
Milling
Quick change systems
•U nfortunately, these systems are not interchangeable with each other, and are very limited in their flexibility between machining centers and CNC lathes.
F
Boring
•M ost of these systems are not suitable for multi-task machining operations.
E
Drilling
• T here is an ever increasing supply of quick change and modular tooling systems on the market today.
Tool holding
G
G5
Machinability Other information
H
A
History and background
Turning
Coromant Capto® A multi-purpose, quick-change modular tooling system
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Capto is Latin and means “to grab”.
D
Milling
The history of the Coromant Capto® system • Machining center / Rotating tools
Drilling
E
Solid holders
Boring
F
Varilock
1980
Coromant Capto®/ Basic holders 1990
• Turning center / Turning tools
Standard
G Tool holding
ISO 26623 Shank holders
Machinability Other information
H
G6
Block Tool System
Coromant Capto®/ Clamping units
Why modular tooling
A
Turning
A dramatic development of the machines Machining centers
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
D
Turning centers
Milling
Multi-task machines
Trends
E
Machines and machining methods Drilling
ulti-task machines requiring one holder system for •M both spindle and turrets. everal turrets on multi-task machines and turning •S centers.
F
• More multi-function tools for multi-task machines.
owerful interfaces in the machine control system for •P higher degrees of automation.
Boring
-D models of tools and holders to virtually check the •3 machine process.
G
• Integration of various manufacturing technologies into fewer machine types.
Tool holding
• Driven tools in turning centers.
• High pressure coolant.
G7
Machinability Other information
H
A
Why modular tooling
Turning
When to use quick change tooling •M achine requires frequent setup changes.
B Parting and grooving
•M easuring cuts are necessary to get correct size. •M achining is performed with high cutting data and relatively short tool life. •O ne operator services more than one machine.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Reduce downtime in your turning centers
E Only 36% of the machine time is used for metal cutting Drilling
-S ervice and maintenance - Insert change and tool change
F
Boring
-M easuring of the tool and workpiece
25%
Tool holding
G Conventional shank tools
Coromant Capto® quick- change system
- Effective cutting time
Quick change tooling offers a productivity increase of 25%
H Machinability Other information
- Change of workpiece
G8
Why modular tooling
A
Turning
A true modular tooling system One system! One solution! – For the entire workshop Coromant Capto is a flexible tooling system, suitable for all types of machining. This makes it possible to standardize on one system in your entire workshop.
Parting and grooving
B
C
Vertical lathes
Threading
Turning centers
Milling
D
Drilling
E
F
Boring
Multi-task machines
Tool holding
G
H
G9
Machinability Other information
Machining centers
A
Why modular tooling
Turning
Minimize tool holder inventory
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
By combining basic holders, adapters and (when needed) extensions or reductions, many different assemblies for different machines can be built. The below examples represent a customer that has four different spindles resulting in: - taper 40, taper 50, HSK 63 and HSK 100, - two extensions - 30 different adapters for milling, drilling, tapping, etc. - 10 different boring tools.
ISO 40
ISO 50
HSK 100
HSK 63
Milling
D
Solid
Modular
Drilling
E
Boring
F Number of items with modular tools: 4 + 2 + 30 + 10 = 46 items
Number of items with solid tools: 4 x 3 x (30 + 10) = 480 items
Tool holding
G
Modular tools give access to a very large number of tooling solutions, with very few items!
Machinability Other information
H
G 10
Why modular tooling
A
- T he ground flange contact face in relation to the ground taper polygon gives maximum stability due to two-face contact and interference fit. - T here are four gripper grooves for the automatic tool changer.
C
D
Milling
Flange contact
E
-C oolant supply through center -C oolant channel in the coupling.
Drilling
Coolant through center
There are two options for coolant supply:
F
Boring
Coolant channel in coupling
G Tool holding
Slot for angular positioning
- T here is one slot for angular positioning of the cutting tool.
B Parting and grooving
The unique Coromant Capto coupling has some very specific features:
Threading
Gripper groove
H
G 11
Machinability Other information
Taper polygon
Turning
The Coromant Capto® coupling
A
Why modular tooling
B
1. The radial centering is taken care of by the conical part of the polygon.
Parting and grooving
The main feature of the coupling is the positive 3-way locking
2. T he low taper angle makes it possible to transmit the full force into the flange contact. The strength of the polygon coupling makes it possible to clamp with higher force than other systems. This is very important for the bending stiffness.
Threading
C
3. A polygon shape is self centering and takes care of the orientation without the need for a driving slot, therefore there is no play in the coupling. The polygon shape is also unique due to its capability to transmit high torque due to three contact areas.
Milling
D
Due to the above features - radial and axial contact and self centering ability - the coupling has extremely good repeatability, within .00008 inch (2 microns).
1
1
E
1.4°
Turning
Coupling features and benefits
Drilling
3 2 3
2
3-way locking
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H C3– C10
G 12
Why modular tooling
A
Turning
Six different coupling sizes • C3 = D 1.260 inch (32 mm) • C4 = D 1.575 inch (40 mm)
B
• C5 = D 1.969 inch (50 mm)
Parting and grooving
• C6 = D 2.480 inch (63 mm) • C8 = D 3.150 inch (80 mm) • C10 = D 3.937 inch (100 mm)
C
Threading
Three different methods of clamping One coupling offers 3 methods of clamping.
Center bolt clamping
D
Front clamping
Milling
Segment clamping
Clamping method for quickchange and automatic tool changing.
For modular clamping solutions, e.g., when using extensions and basic holders.
Machine interface for quick change in machines.
Drilling
E
F
Boring
Excellent repetitive accuracy and guaranteed center height
B C
• F ew or no measuring cuts needed if pre-measuring is used (first component right).
G 13
G Tool holding
A
H Machinability Other information
• T he repeatable accuracy is ±.00008 inch (±2 microns [µm]) of the center height, length and the radial measurement (A),(B),(C).
A
Why modular tooling
Turning
Transmission of torque The polygon shape transmits torque without any loose parts such as pins or keys.
B
• No pins, keys, etc.
Parting and grooving
• No play in the coupling. • Symmetrical loads. • Two face contact/high clamping force.
Threading
C
Milling
D
In internal machining the Coromant Capto coupling is an outstanding solution to clamp the boring bar, with a firm secure grip around the entire polygon.
Drilling
E
Less vibration with stable coupling
Boring
F
G Tool holding
The boring bar is very often clamped with 2-3 screws. This causes problems with vibration, bad surface finish, inserts worn out quickly and production disturbances, with downtime spent on adjusting cutting data and measuring the component.
Machinability Other information
H
G 14
Turning centers
Turning
Quick change tooling for turning centers
A
Machining centers
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
D
Turning centers
Milling
Multi-task machines
What is a turning center?
F
Boring
• T he cutting tool moves parallel and perpendicular to the workpiece axis to provide the desired finished shape.
hen a cutting tool is applied to •W the workpiece, it can be shaped to produce a component which has rotational symmetry.
Drilling
• T he principle of lathes and turning centers is to cut a rotating component with a stationary cutting tool.
E
The turning center has a choice of configurations
G Tool holding
• Horizontal and vertical design. • Sub-spindle for two-sided machining. • Driven tools. • Y-axis for eccentric boring and milling.
G 15
Machinability Other information
H
A
Turning centers
Turning
Configuration of a turning center Spindle rotation and definitions of axis
B Parting and grooving
•S everal multi-axis machine tool programs can provide turning results from roughing and grooving to threading and finishing.
Threading
C
D
Milling
Quick change tooling for turning centers A quick-change system offers:
E
- faster and efficient tool changing
Drilling
- inserts which can be changed outside the machine - pre-setting possibilities.
F
The most economical system for:
Boring
-s mall batch production, quicker setup times - operations with frequent insert changes.
G Tool holding
Less than 180° for clamp and unclamp
Machinability Other information
H
G 16
Turning centers
A
Square shank Camshaft activated
Automatic unit Hydraulically operated
B Parting and grooving
VDI angled Camshaft activated
Turning
Typical clamping units for turning centers
VDI straight Camshaft activated
Round shank Segment clamping
Special applications Segment clamping
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Methods of installing quick change
G Tool holding
Coromant Capto directly integrated in turrets is the best solution to get maximum performance out of the Coromant Capto coupling.
Boring
F
Directly integrated into the turret
G 17
Machinability Other information
H
A
Turning centers
Turning
Conversion of a turret by using standard clamping units Turning lathes can easily be converted to Coromant Capto quick-change tools using standard clamping units. No modification to the turret, and no special adapters required.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
G 18
Turning centers
A
Turning
Machine adapted clamping units Coromant Disc Interface (CDI)
• Same interface for static and driven tool holders. Static and driven tool holders can be used in all positions. • Higher cutting performance.
Parting and grooving
B
• F lexible and symmetrical interface, 180° mountable.
C
• Longer cutting tool life.
•M ore available tool length for radial drilling operations. • Increased production.
Threading
• Better workpiece quality.
D
• Rationalized tooling.
Milling
• Reduction in tooling costs.
Driven drill/milling unit, straight
E
Drilling
Static clamping unit, straight
Driven drill/milling unit, right angle
Tool holding
G
H
G 19
Machinability Other information
Static clamping unit, right angle
Boring
F
A
Turning centers
Turning
A quick change system Insert change by using sister tools • Less downtime.
B Parting and grooving
• F ew or no measuring cuts. Improved profitability. •N o risk of losing insert screws in the chip conveyer.
1.
2.
• Ergonomic. •E asy to clean the tip seat outside the machine.
Threading
C
0.5 min
1.5 min
Milling
D
Drilling
E
F
Boring
Changing to a sister tool with a quick change system is faster than changing the insert inside the machine.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
G 20
Turning centers
A
Turning
Different ways how to install quick change
A
A Hydraulically operated clamping units • Manual push-button tool changing • F ully automatic tool changing possibilities.
B Parting and grooving
Tooling alternatives in conventional turrets
C
C
B Shank type clamping units quare and round shank tools as •S well as cutting units for external and internal operations.
Threading
B
D
•A ngled and straight clamping units for external and internal operations.
Milling
C Clamping units for VDI turrets
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Example of installations.
G 21
Machinability Other information
H
A
Turning centers
Turning
Coromant Capto® driven tool holders
Parting and grooving
B
Driven tool holders provide the key to dramatic improvements in machining economy by allowing milling, turning and drilling operations to be carried out in a single setup.
•V arious licensed manufacturers of these units are available.
C Threading
•S pindle dimensions - Machine type and model - Maximum turret swing diameter - Maximum tool length.
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H Example of installations.
G 22
Machining centers
Turning
Modular tooling for machining centers
A
B Parting and grooving
Machining centers
Threading
C
D
Milling
Turning centers Multi-task machines
E
•A machining center is a multi-function machine that typically combines boring, drilling and milling tasks.
•5 -axis machining centers add two more axes in addition to the three normal axes (X/Y/Z).
Drilling
What is a machining center? F
Boring
• Machining centers could be in horizontal design as well as vertical design.
Tool holding
G
G 23
Machinability Other information
H
A
Machining centers
Turning
Spindle rotation and definitions of axis Configuration of a vertical machining center
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Configuration of a horizontal machining center
Milling
D
Drilling
E
What is a basic holder? • A basic holder is an adapter which connects the modular tools to the machine interface.
F
Boring
• Basic holders with front clamp solution offer quick change in machines that do not have automatic tool changing.
Tool holding
G
Front clamping
Machinability Other information
H
G 24
Center bolt clamping
Machining centers
A
Turning
Commonly used tool holding range Milling machines, machining centers, multi-task machines
Basic holders
Cat V-Flange DIN 69871 Form B 40 50
ISO 7388/1 DIN 96871 Form B ISO 30 ISO 40 ISO 40 ISO 50 ISO 50 ISO 60 ISO 7388/1 BIG-PLUS ISO 40 ISO 50
MAS BT ISO 30 ISO 40 ISO 50
MAS BT Form B ISO 40 ISO 50
MAS BT BIG-PLUS ISO 40 ISO 50
HSK 50-A/C 63-A/C 100-A/C 125-A/C 80-F
Parting and grooving
DIN 2080 ISO 40 ISO 50
C Threading
Cat V-Flange Cat V-Flange BIG-PLUS/ 40 90° rotated 45 50 40 60 50
B
D
Milling
Chucks and adapters
Drilling
E
Modular tooling for machining centers
- one single system in the machine
G
-m aximum power of the machine can be utilized thanks to the rigidity of the coupling -e asier handling as modular tools are relatively small in size and weight.
Tool holding
A modular tooling system integrated into machining centers gives many advantages:
Boring
F
G 25
Machinability Other information
H
A
Machining centers
Turning
Spindle integration in machining centers Integration of the female coupling in the spindles An integrated clamping mechanism could be used in most of the machines on the market today and gives many advantages:
Parting and grooving
B
- standardization in the workshop - better torque transmission and stability
C
- shorter tools due to integration tools
Threading
- more space in the machine - no need for basic holders.
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Directly integrated in the spindle or via basic holder
Boring
F
G Tool holding
Integrated in the spindle
Machinability Other information
H
G 26
Basic holder solution
Machining centers
A
Turning
Right combination for best possible rigidity Extension adapters
B
• It is important that the minimum length is used, particularly when long overhangs are required.
C
•W ith modular tools it is always possible to use optimal cutting data for best productivity!
Threading
Parting and grooving
Extended tools for machining centers are frequently required to be able to reach the surface to be machined. With Coromant Capto modular system it is possible to build an assembly, so the right length can be achieved.
odular tools are built together •M in minutes!
D
Milling
• Get closer tolerances.
E
Minimize tool holder inventory in machining centers
Solid
F
Boring
Modular
Drilling
Modular tools give access to a very large number of tooling solutions, with very few items!
Tool holding
G
H
Number of items solid tools: 4 x 3 x (30 + 10) = 480 items. G 27
Machinability Other information
Number of items with modular tools: 4 + 2 + 30 + 10 = 46 items.
Turning
A
Multi-task machines
Modular tooling for multi-task machines
B Parting and grooving
Machining centers
Threading
C
D Turning centers Milling
Multi-task machines
E
Drilling
What is a multi-task machine?
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
•M ulti-task machines come in a variety of configurations: - horizontal or vertical design - two spindles (main and sub) and a B-axis spindle enable milling and turning operations on both front and back face of the workpiece - each spindle acts as a workpiece holder allowing multi-axis machining on either front or back face of the workpiece.
Machinability Other information
H
G 28
• In a multi-task machine, the workpiece can be completed in a single machine setup, e.g., turning, milling, contouring and milling of angled surfaces, and grinding. •M ulti-task machines are a combination of a turning center and a machining center.
Multi-task machines
A
Turning
Definitions of the spindle directions The program language for defining the spindle direction lockwise spindle M03 = C direction
C Threading
ounterclockwise M04 = C spindle direction
Parting and grooving
B
Milling
D
E
Configuration of a multi-task machine Drilling
Spindle rotation and definitions of axis
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
G 29
Machinability Other information
H
A
Multi-task machines
Turning
Definitions of the spindle directions
Parting and grooving
B
Therefore multi-task machine tools needed a tooling system with unsurpassed rigidity and repetitive accuracy both radially and axially, like Coromant Capto.
Multi-task machine tools are often used in “done-in-one” applications in which operations run from roughing to finishing in one machine tool setup.
Threading
C
The milling spindle in a multi-task machine tool should be able to carry both rotating and non-rotating tools. Coromant Capto is the only tooling system that can fulfill this demand without compromise.
Milling
D
E
Drilling
The Coromant Capto tooling system is directly integrated in the spindle.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
Turret with Coromant Capto® tooling system Multi-task machine tool with Coromant Capto integrated tool spindle and lower turning turret with Coromant Capto clamping units.
G 30
Multi-task machines
A
Turning
New multifunctional tools for multi-task machines For taking advantage of versatile multi-task machine tools and to optimize their efficiency, there is sometimes a demand for running them with dedicated tooling. These tools are only available with Coromant Capto and have been invented for multi-task machine tools, offering:
Parting and grooving
B
- accessibility, stability and higher productivity - reduced tool changing time
C
- saved tool pocket in tool magazine
Threading
- cost reduction - one tool replaces many tools.
Milling
D
Twin tools – two turning tools in one
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Mini-turrets – four turning tools in one
G 31
H Machinability Other information
Multifunctional tools – one milling and four turning tools in one
Drilling
E
A
Multi-task machines
Turning
Build your own mini-turret Four cutting heads applied to one tool holder
B Parting and grooving
Radial
Pick and choose from a large number of exchangeable cutting heads for turning, threading, parting and grooving operations for building an optimized tool for the component. educe tool changing time •R • Save tool pockets in tool magazine • For both external and internal use
C Threading
Axial
Milling
D
Tool adapters for shank tools Turning tool adapters for - shanks - bars - blades - mini-turrets …to make it possible to use shank tools also in a multi-task machine with an integrated modular tool system in the spindle.
Drilling
E
Use of shank tools in a multi-task machine
Boring
F
Tool holding
G Tool adapter with blade for parting off
Machinability Other information
H
G 32
Tool adapter for boring bar
Chucks
Turning
Chucks
A
Chucks are mechanical, hydro-mechanical and hydraulic chucks respectively, for holding end mills and drills.
Parting and grooving
B
Choice of chucks and adapters Hydromechanical chuck
Shrink fit adapter
Collet chuck
Endmill (Weldon) adapter
Drill adapter
C Threading
Hydraulic chuck
D 1
2
3
4
5
6 Milling
Rank
Clamping area
+++
+++
Ø < .787 in. (Ø <20 mm)
+++
+++
Runout
+++
Balance
Balanced by rotational testing
+++
+
+++
+++
++
+
+++
+++
+++
+++
+
+
+
Balanced by rotational testing
Balanced by design (C4-C5)
Balanced by design (C3-C5)
Balanced by design (C3-C5)
No
F
Tool holding
G
G 33
H Machinability Other information
Ø < .787 in. (Ø <20 mm)
Boring
Clamping force
Drilling
E
A
Chucks
Turning
Hydraulic chucks • • • • • • • •
igh clamping forces. H Large assortment of collets. High accuracy, runout max .00024 inch (6 µm) at 3xD. Large assortment of tools. For drilling, reaming and milling. Fast tool changing time. Can damage hydraulic membrane if not used properly. Any shank type can be used, but recommended to use solid round-shank cutting tools. • High speed capability
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Clamping part
F
Pressure screw
Boring
Collet
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
G 34
Piston
Chucks
A
Parting and grooving
C
•S mall collapsibility. • High clamping forces for small diameters - low clamping force for large diameters. • No collets. • Tools can be made slender - narrow. • High accuracy, low runout. • Expensive heating systems. • Long tool changing time. • Heavy investment in tools and machinery. • Low tool lifetime. • Can only clamp solid round-shank cutting tools.
D
Milling
Shrink fit adapters
h6 shank
B
Threading
igh clamping force. H Large assortment of collets. Any shank type can be used. High accuracy, runout max .00024 inch (6 µm) at 3xD. Medium tool changing time. Minimum investment compared to shrink fit. Better reliability than power chucks or shrink fit. Any shank type can be used, but recommended to use solid round-shank cutting tools.
E
Drilling
h6 shank
• • • • • • • •
Turning
Hydro-mechanical chucks
F
• Large collapsing range. •h 6 or h7 tolerance shanks can be used due to large collapsibility.
Boring
Collet chuck adapter – ER type G Tool holding
• Low to medium clamping force. • General purpose clamping system. • Large assortment of collets. • Industry standard.
H
G 35
Machinability Other information
h6/h7 shank
A
Chucks
Turning
Drill adapter for drills, screw type • Screw type adapter for drills. • Good general purpose tool.
B
• Limited clamping area, typically less than 10%.
Parting and grooving
•R unout typically is around .0016 inch (40 μm) at the surface of the chuck. • Can cause vibration problems.
Threading
C
Endmill (Weldon) holders • Screw type holders.
D
• Good general-purpose tool. • Limited clamping area, typically less than 10%.
Milling
unout typically is around .0016 inch (40 μm) at the •R surface of the chuck. • Can cause vibration problems.
E
Drilling
• Low-cost solution for holding tools.
Try to minimize the gauge length • It is important to maintain as short a gauge length as possible to increase stability and reduce deflection.
Boring
F
Overhang
G Tool holding
(–20%)
Machinability Other information
H
Tool protrusion (–50%)
G 36
• L ength reduction as little as 20% can have a significant reduction in deflection (-50%).
Chucks
A
Turning
Influence of runout on tool life
• F or every .0004 inch (0.01 mm) runout - up to 50% decrease in tool life.
B
•M ore critical as tool diameter gets smaller.
Parting and grooving
•R unout should be < .001 inch (< 0.025 mm).
C Threading
Tool holding requirements Application - Roughing and semi-finishing • Main criteria = clamping force.
D
• High torque capability.
Milling
• F or best performance use cylindrical shanks. • Versatility of collets.
E
• Main criteria = runout.
F
Boring
• Influence on tool life and component - finish and accuracy.
Unbalance in tool holders
G Tool holding
Unbalance in tool holders causes: - poor surface finish - poor part tolerances - reduction in tool life
H
- premature machine-spindle wear.
G 37
Machinability Other information
Max runout .00024 inch (6 µm)
Drilling
Application - Finishing
Machinability Matching the most suitable cutting tool material (grade) and insert geometry with the workpiece material to be machined is important for a trouble-free and productive machining process.
• Workpiece materials
H4
• The cutting edge
H 18
• Cutting tool materials
H 29
• Manufacturing of cemented carbide
H 44
Other information • Machining economy
H 55
• Maintenance and tool wear
H 68
• Formulas and definitions
H 75
H3
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Workpiece materials Six main groups The ISO standard material groups are divided into six different types. Each type has unique properties regarding machinability and setups that make different demands on the tool.
ISO
P
Steel
ISO
Stainless steel
M
ISO
K
Cast iron
Threading
C
Workpiece materials
D
ISO
Aluminum
ISO
S
Heat Resistant Super Alloys
ISO
H
Hardened material
Milling
N
E The largest variety of different types of components is probably in the P-area as it covers several different sectors in the industry.
N
The aircraft industry and manufacturers of aluminum automotive wheels dominate the N-area.
M
In the M-area, a big part of the application is in gas and oil, tubes, flanges, process industry and the pharmaceutical business.
S
Difficult to machine S-area materials are found in the aerospace, gas turbine and power generator industries.
K
The K-area is dominated by automotive components, the machine builders and the iron works production.
H
Hardened materials in the H-area are seen in a variety of industries such as automotive and their subcontractors, as well as in machine builders and the die and mold business.
Drilling
P
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
H4
Workpiece materials
A
-C lassification, metallurgical/mechanical, of the workpiece material. - The cutting edge micro- and macro geometry to be used. ISO
Steel
ISO
M
The selections will have a great influence on the machinability of the material at hand.
Stainless steel
ISO
K
Cast iron
B
C Threading
P
- T he cutting tool material (grade), e.g. coated cemented carbide, ceramic, CBN, PCD, etc.
Parting and grooving
Factors that must be identified in order to determine a material’s machinability:
Turning
Characteristics for chip formation and removal
ISO
Aluminum
ISO
ISO
S Heat resistant and super alloys H
Hardened material
D
Milling
N
N M
ISO-M forms a lamellar, irregular chip formation where the cutting forces are higher compared to normal steel. There are many different types of stainless steels. Chip breaking varies depending on the alloying properties and the heat treatment, from easy to almost impossible-to-break chips.
Chip formation for ISO-K materials varies from near-powderlike chips to a long chip. The power needed to machine this material group is generally low. Note that there is a big difference between gray cast iron (often near-powder) and ductile iron, which many times has a chip breaking more similar to steel. Low power needed per inch3 (mm3), but due to the high metal removal rate, it is still a good idea to calculate the maximum power required.
S
The range is wide, but in general high cutting forces are present.
H
Often a continuous, red-glowing chip. This high temperature helps to lower the kc1 value and is important to help out with the application.
H5
F
Boring
K
G Tool holding
ISO-P materials are generally long chipping and have a continuous, relatively even flow of chip formation. Variations usually depend on carbon content. – Low carbon content = tough sticky material. – High carbon content = brittle material. Cutting force and power needed varies very little.
H Machinability Other information
P
Drilling
E
A
Workpiece materials
Turning
The complex world of metal cutting Many parameters influence the cutting process
Parting and grooving
B
C
Steel
D
M
Stainless steel
K
Cast iron
N
Aluminum
Milling
Threading
Turning
P
E
Application
Workpiece material
Condition Cutting conditions
Milling
Milling
Drilling
Clamping conditions
F
S
Heat resistant alloys
H
Hardened steel R
Boring
M F
Tool holding
G The ISO material groups are divided into 6 different types where each type has unique properties regarding machinability.
Machinability Other information
H
L
M
H
Roughing/ Heavy Medium
Finishing/ Light
There are three major types of application, all requiring different tools, inserts and grades. These also depend on the load on the cutting edge, from finishing to roughing.
All components are different in look, need various setups, and require special attention and demands from the tool.
H6
Workpiece materials
Turning
A
Parting and grooving
B
Hardness
Cutting environment
C Threading
Component
Hardness Brinell
Milling
D
Coolant
Drilling
E
F
Carbide performs best when machining at high, constant temperatures. Dry conditions should therefore be the first choice. Some grades are, however, developed for wet conditions; for example, grades for cast iron machining.
G Tool holding
Usually there is a relation between material hardness and tool life, as well as machining data and type of geometry and grade. The higher the hardness, the shorter the tool life, with more rapid wear on the cutting edge.
H
H7
Machinability Other information
Depending on the size, type of material, setup and machining method, a different choice of tooling is required (turning, milling, drilling, etc).
Boring
Dry machining
Turning
A
Workpiece materials
The interaction between workpiece material, geometry and grade Workpiece material
• T he interaction between an optimized geometry and grade for a certain workpiece material is the key for a successful machining process.
Parting and grooving
B
• T hese three basic factors must be considered carefully and adapted for each machining operation.
C Threading
• T he knowledge and understanding of how to work with and adjust these factors is of vital importance.
Insert grade
Insert geometry
Milling
D
Workpiece materials, main groups
E
Materials are classified using MC codes
Drilling
Steel
F
Boring
P
Heat resistant super alloys and titanium
Cast iron
M
Stainless steel
K
N
Aluminum
Tool holding
G
Within each material group there are subgroups depending on the hardness of the material, kc1 value, and metallurgical and mechanical properties.
Machinability Other information
H * MC = A new material classification that replaces the CMC (Coromant Material Classification) codes. H8
S
H
Hardened material
Workpiece materials
A
Turning
MC code structure The structure is set up so that the MC code can represent a variety of workpiece material properties and characteristics using a combination of letters and numbers.
B
P = ISO code for steel
Parting and grooving
Example 1:
1 = material group: unalloyed steel
C
The code P1.2.Z.AN is interpreted this way:
2 = material subgroup: carbon content ?0.25% ≤0.55% C Threading
Z = manufacturing process: forged/rolled/cold drawn AN = heat treatment: annealed, supplied with hardness values
D
Milling
Example 2: The code N1.3.C.AG is interpreted this way: N = ISO code for non-ferrous metals
E
1 = material group: aluminum 2 = material subgroup: aluminum with Si content 1-13%
Drilling
Z = manufacturing process: casting AN = heat treatment: aging
F
Boring
By describing not only the material composition, but also the manufacturing process and heat treatment, which influences the mechanical properties, a more exact description is available, which can be used to generate improved cutting data recommendations.
Tool holding
G
H9
Machinability Other information
H
A
Workpiece materials
Turning
Steel ISO P – main characteristics
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
What is steel?
- Long-chipping material
-S teel is the largest group in the metal cutting area.
- Relatively easy, smooth chip control - Low carbon steel is sticky and needs sharp cutting edges - Specific cutting force kc: 217,500–449,500 lbs/inch2 (1500–3100 N/mm2) - Cutting force, and the power needed to machine ISO P materials, stays within a limited range.
-S teels can be non-hardened or hardened and tempered with hardness up to 400 HB. teel is an alloy with the element iron -S ( Fe) as the major component. It is produced through a melting process. -U nalloyed steels have a carbon content lower than 0,8 %, and only Fe, with no other alloying elements. -A lloyed steels have a carbon content which is lower than 1,7 % and alloying elements like Ni, Cr, Mo, V, W.
Drilling
E
Machining characteristics:
Boring
F
ISO
Tool holding
G
Material
P1
Unalloyed steel
P2
Low-alloyed steel (≤5% alloying elements)
P3
High-alloyed steel (>5% alloying elements)
P4
Sintered steels
P
H Machinability Other information
MC
See Technical Guide Chapter H for detailed MC code listing
H 10
Workpiece materials
A
Turning
Stainless steel ISO M – main characteristics
Parting and grooving
B
Machining characteristics:
What is stainless steel?
- Long-chipping material
tainless steels are materials alloyed -S with min 11–12% chromium.
-C hip control is fair in ferritic, to difficult in - T he carbon content is often low (down to austenitic and duplex max 0.01%). - Specific cutting force: - Alloys are mainly Ni (Nickel), Mo 261,000–413,250 lbs/inch2 (Molybdenum), and Ti (Titanium). (1800–2850 N/mm2)
Milling
- T he formed Cr2O3 layer on the steel surface makes it non-corrosive.
D
E
Drilling
achining creates high cutting forces, -M built-up edge, heat and deformation hardening.
Threading
C
Material
P5
Ferritic/Martensitic stainless steel
G
M1
Austenitic stainless steels
M2
Super-austenitic, Ni≥20%
Tool holding
MC
M See Technical Guide Chapter H for detailed MC code listing
H M3
Duplex (austenitic/ferritic)
H 11
Machinability Other information
ISO
Boring
F
A
Workpiece materials
Turning
Cast iron ISO K – main characteristics
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
Machining characteristics:
What is cast iron?
- Short chipping material
- T here are 3 main forms of cast iron: gray (GCI), nodular (NCI) and compacted graphite (CGI).
- Good chip control in all conditions -S pecific cutting force: 114,550–195,750 lbs/inch2 (790–1350 N/mm2)
-C ast iron is an Fe-C composition with relatively high content of Si (1–3%).
- Machining at higher speeds creates abrasive wear
-C arbon content is over 2% which is the max solubility of C in the Austenitic phase.
- Moderate cutting forces.
Drilling
E
-C r (Chromium), Mo (Molybdenum), and V (Vanadium) form carbides which increase strength and hardness, but lower machinability.
ISO
MC
Material
K1
Malleable cast iron
K2
Gray cast iron
K3
Nodular SG iron
K4
CGI
K5
ADI
Boring
F
G Tool holding
K
Machinability Other information
H
See Technical Guide Chapter H for detailed MC code listing
H 12
Workpiece materials
A
Turning
Non-ferrous materials ISO N – main characteristics
Parting and grooving
B
Machining characteristics:
What is Non-ferrous material?
- Long-chipping material
- T his group contains non-ferrous, soft metals with hardness under 130 HB.
-A luminum (Al) is sticky and needs sharp cutting edges - Specific cutting force: 50,750–101,500 lbs/inch2 (350–700 N/mm2)
-A luminum (Al) alloys with up to 22% silicon (Si) make up the largest part.
D
- Copper, bronze, brass - Plastic Milling
- Relatively easy chip control if alloyed
Threading
C
- Composites (Kevlar)
- Cutting force, and the power needed to machine ISO N materials, stays within a limited range.
Drilling
E
ISO
MC
Material
N1
Aluminum-based alloys
Boring
F
N2
Magnesium-based alloys
N3
Copper-based alloys
N4
Zinc-based alloys
Tool holding
G
N
H
H 13
Machinability Other information
See Technical Guide Chapter H for detailed MC code listing
Turning
A
Workpiece materials
Heat resistant super alloys and titanium ISO S – main characteristics
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Machining characteristics:
What are Heat Resistant Super Alloys?
- Long-chipping material
Resistant Super Alloys (HRSA) -- Heat include a great number of high alloyed iron, nickel, cobalt or titanium based materials.
- Difficult chip control (segmented chips) -N egative rake angle is required with ceramics, a positive rake angle with carbide - Specific cutting force: For HRSA: 348,000–449,500 lbs/inch2 (2400–3100 N/mm2) For titanium: 188,500–203,000 lbs/inch2 (1300–1400 N/mm2) - Cutting forces, and power required are quite high.
Condition: Annealed, Solution heat treated, Aged rolled, Forged, cast. Properties: - Increased alloy content (Co more than Ni), results in better resistance against heat, increased tensile strength and higher corrosive resistance.
ISO
Boring
F
Groups: Fe-based, Ni-based, Co-based
G
Material
S1
Iron-based alloys
S2
Nickel-based alloys
S3
Cobalt-based alloys
S4
Titanium-based alloys
S5
Tungsten-based alloys
S6
Molybdenum-based alloys
Tool holding
S
H Machinability Other information
MC
See Technical Guide Chapter H for detailed MC code listing
H 14
Workpiece materials
A
Turning
Hardened steel ISO H – main characteristics
Parting and grooving
B
What is hardened steel?
- Long-chipping material
ardened steel is the smallest group -H from a machining point of view.
- Fair chip control - Negative rake angle is required pecific cutting force: -S 369,750–706,150 lbs/inch2 (2550–4870 N/mm2)
- T his group contains hardened and tempered steels with hardness >45–65 HRC. - T ypically, however, hard part turned components can be found to be within the range of 55–68 HRC.
- Cutting forces and power required are quite high.
D
Milling
Machining characteristics:
Threading
C
Drilling
E
Material
H1
Steels (extra hard)
G
H2
Chilled cast iron
H3
Stellites
Tool holding
MC
H See Technical Guide Chapter H for detailed MC code listing
H H4
Ferro-TiC
H 15
Machinability Other information
ISO
Boring
F
A
Workpiece materials
Turning
The specific cutting force
Parting and grooving
B
kc1 – the material constant varies for each material kc1 lbs/in2 (N/mm2)
• T he cutting force (Fc) is the force needed to shear off a specific chip cross-section in certain conditions
870,000 (6000)
C Threading
725,000 (5000)
D
Fc 580,000 (4000)
H
Milling
435,000 (3000)
Drilling
E
P
M
S
290,000 (2000)
145,000 (1000)
K
N
Boring
F
G
kc1 values in lbs/inch2 (N/mm2)
P 217,500 – 449,500
N 50,750 – 195,750
M 261,000 – 413,250
S 188,500 – 449,500
K 114,550 – 195,750
H 369,750 – 706,150
Tool holding
(1500 – 3100)
Machinability Other information
H
(1800 – 2850) (790 – 1350)
H 16
(350 – 1350)
(1300 – 3100) (2550 – 4870)
• T his value (Fc) is used in the calculation of the power consumption needed for an operation
• T he specific cutting force value (Fc) is a material constant, expressed in lbs (N)
Fc = kc × ap × fn
Workpiece materials
A
Turning
The ISO nomenclature in the ISO-P area
01
P10: T urning; copying; threading; milling; high cutting speed; small to medium chip area.
10
P20: T urning; copying; medium cutting speed; facing with small chip area; medium to difficult conditions.
20
P30: T urning; milling facing; medium to low cutting speed; medium to large chip area; includes operations with tough conditions.
30 40
P40: Turning; facing; milling; cutting; grooving; low cutting speed; large chip area; large possible chip angle; very tough conditions. P50: W hen very high toughness in the tool is needed in turning, facing, grooving, cutting, low cutting speed, large chip area, large possible chip angle, extremely tough conditions.
B Parting and grooving
P
P01: Internal and external finishing turning; high cutting speed; small chip area; good surface finish; narrow tolerances; no vibrations.
C Threading
Wear resistance
D
Milling
Operations and working conditions
E
Drilling
50 Toughness
F
Boring
The above diagram is related to the ISO P area. These demands also apply to all other ISO types of material, i.e., M, K, N, S, H.
Tool holding
G
H 17
Machinability Other information
H
The cutting edge
Turning
A
B Parting and grooving
The cutting edge The design of the cutting edge and insert geometry is of vital importance for the chip formation process and tool life in metal cutting.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
H 18
The cutting edge
A
Turning
The high cutting force on a cutting edge Guess how big the tangential force is on the cutting edge
B Parting and grooving
Cemented carbide has a high compressive strength resistance and can also work at high temperatures without plastic deformation. It can also resist high cutting forces without breaking, as long as the insert is well supported.
C p
Material: Steel
ap = .319a inch =8.1(8.1 mm mm) p
CMC 02.1 180 HB
ap =13 mm fn = .024 in fn =0.62 (0.62 mm)
fn = .039 in f =1.0 (1.0 nmm)
Threading
ap =a.512 inch (13 mm) =13 mm
ap =8.1 mm
D
Fc = 3750 lbf kp Ft =1700 (1700 kp)
Milling
fn =1.0
n =0.62
Ft =1700 kpFc = 3750 lbf
(1700 kp)
E Ft =1700 kp Drilling
Ft =1700 kp
Boring
F
G Tool holding
Fc = kc x ap x fn Fc = 304563 x .512 x .024 = 3742 = 1700 kp Fc = 2100 x 13 x 0.62 = 16926 N (Newton) = 1700 kp
The tangential cutting force in these two cases (approx. 3750 lbf, 16671 N, or 1700 kp) is equivalent to the weight of a passenger car.
H
H 19
Machinability Other information
Calculation of Fc Material: MC P2 (low alloyed steel) 180 HB kc = 304,563 lbs/in2 (2100N/mm2)
A
The cutting edge
Turning
The machining starts at the cutting edge
Parting and grooving
B
C Threading
Typical chip breaking sequences with high speed imaging.
D
Milling
Cutting zone temperatures
Drilling
E
The maximum heat generated during cutting is on the top part of the insert, in the chip breaker, and close to the cutting edge. This is where the maximum pressure from the material is, and, with the friction between chip and carbide, causes these high temperatures.
F
Boring
• T he rake angle, geometry and feed play an important role in the chip formation process. •R emoving heat from the cutting zone through the chip (80%) is a key factor.
G Tool holding
• T he rest of the heat is usually evenly distributed between the workpiece and the tool.
Machinability Other information
H
H 20
The cutting edge
A
Turning
The design of a modern insert
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
A steel turning insert for medium turning.
D
Milling
Definitions of terms and geometry design
E
.010 in. (.25 mm)
Geometry for small cutting depths
F
5° •C utting edge reinforcement .010 inch (0.25 mm)
Boring
Macro geometry with chip breaker
20°
Drilling
Main cutting edge design
• Rake angle 20° • Primary land 5°
G Tool holding
.008 in. (0.2 mm)
H
H 21
Machinability Other information
Nose cutting edge design
A
The cutting edge
Turning
The reinforcement of the cutting edge
•E R treatment (Edge Roundness) is done before coating, and gives the final shape of the cutting edge (micro-geometry).
C
• T he relation between W/H depends on the application.
Threading
Parting and grooving
B
The ER treatment gives the cutting edge the final micro-geometry
Milling
D
Generally the ER corresponds to the thickness of a hair, diameter: ~ .0031 inch (80 µm).
Drilling
E
A negative land increases the strength of the cutting edge Milling inserts often have a negative land and reinforced insert corners, making them stronger and more secure in the intermittent cutting action.
F .0039 in. (0.1 mm)
Boring
Negative land
G Tool holding
Chamfer
negative land increases the strength •A of the cutting edge, but also creates higher cutting forces.
Machinability Other information
H
H 22
The cutting edge
A
Turning
Insert rake angle The rake angle can be either negative or positive. Based on that, there are negative and positive inserts, where the clearance angles are either zero or several degrees plus. This determines how the insert can be tilted in the tool holder, and results in either a negative or positive cutting action.
Parting and grooving
B
C Threading
• T he insert rake angle is the angle between the top face of the insert and the horizontal axis of the workpiece.
Milling
D
E
Boring
F
G Tool holding
In milling, which always has an intermittent cutting action, the edge needs to have good bulk strength to resist breakage. A large variation in cutting edge temperature due to interrupted cuts also makes resistance to thermal cracks of vital importance.
In most drilling applications there is also coolant present, mainly for chip transportation reasons which puts the edge under extra stress from temperature variations. To be able to transport the chips from the narrow chip flutes and from inside the hole, good chip breaking into short chips is an important factor.
In drilling, the edge must be strong enough to last at very low cutting speeds, and even at zero speed in the center of the drill.
H
H 23
Machinability Other information
Turning needs a durable edge that can perform for a long time and often in continuous cuts at high temperature. This condition requires an edge with among other things good chip breaking ability, good resistance against different types of wear and against plastic deformation.
Drilling
Positive and negative cutting action
A
The cutting edge
Turning
Peak performance in machining There are major differences in insert geometry and grade requirements between applications in turning, milling and drilling.
Parting and grooving
B
Dedicated inserts for different applications
Turning
C
•N eeds a durable edge that can perform for a long time, and often in continuous cuts at high temperature.
Threading
• Good chip breaking ability
Milling
D
ood resistance against different types •G of wear and against plastic deformation.
P M
Milling
K
•V ariations in cutting edge temperature due to the interrupted cuts also mean that the resistance to thermal cracks is of vital importance.
E
Drilling
N F
S
Boring
H
Drilling
• T he edge must be strong enough to last at very low cutting speeds; in fact, at zero speed in the center of the drill. •C oolant is present, mainly for chip transportation reasons, which puts the edge under extra stress from temperature variations.
Tool holding
G
• T o transport the chips from the narrow chip flutes and from inside the hole, good chip breaking is important.
H Machinability Other information
• T he cutting action is always intermittent and the edge needs to have good bulk strength to resist breaking.
H 24
The cutting edge
A
Turning
Six main groups of workpiece materials Different characteristics for removing chips
B Parting and grooving
Good chip forming usually results in high cutting forces and excess heat, depending on the material. This can lead to low cutting speeds with adhesive stresses as a result. On the other hand, materials like aluminum, unalloyed steels and low-strength cast iron produce less cutting force.
Threading
C
Steel
Stainless steel
Milling
D
Cast iron
Drilling
E
F
Boring
Hardened steel
G Tool holding
Heat resistant alloys
H
H 25
Machinability Other information
Aluminum
A
The cutting edge
Turning
From universal to optimized turning inserts General inserts
B
• General geometry
Parting and grooving
• Optimizing with grades • Performance compromised
Threading
C Dedicated inserts edicated geometries •D and grades •O ptimized performance according to workpiece machinability
Application area
Milling
D
Application area
E
Dedicated inserts for the ISO P, M and K areas
Drilling
The different micro- and macro-geometries are adapted to the various requirements in the applications. Workpiece material
F
Finishing
Roughing
.008 in. (0.2 mm)
.013 in. (0.32 mm)
.011 in. (0.29 mm)
.013 in. (0.32 mm)
Boring
.028 in. (0.7 mm)
Medium
Tool holding
G
.004 in. (0.1 mm)
Machinability Other information
H
H 26
.010 in. (0.25 mm)
The cutting edge
A
Medium turning • Most applications – general purpose. • Medium operations to light roughing. • Wide range of D.O.C. and feed rate combinations.
M
C
Finishing • Operations at light depths of cut (D.O.C.) and low feed rates. • Operations requiring low cutting forces.
F
B Parting and grooving
R
Heavy turning • Operations for maximum stock removal and/or severe conditions. • High D.O.C. and feed rate combinations. • Operations requiring highest edge security.
fn Feed, inch/r (mm/r)
Threading
ap Depth of cut, inch (mm)
Turning
Type of application - Turning
D
Dedicated geometries and grades
E
Drilling
ISO/ANSI
Milling
Today’s insert/grade/geometry options are much more dedicated towards specific application areas, giving the full and optimized usage of the machine and tool capacity, resulting in improved productivity and lower costs.
P STEEL
Finishing
Medium
Roughing
-WF / GC4215 -PF / GC4215
-WM / GC4205 -PM / GC4215
WR / GC4205 -PR / GC4215
Dominating application areas
Single sided
-WF / GC4215
-WM / GC4215
-WR / GC4215
-PF / GC4215
-PM / GC4225
-PR / GC4225
F
P
Single sided
-WR / GC4225 -PR/ GC4235
Material Dedicated geometries
Steel
M
K
Stainless steel
Cast iron
G
Turning
F M R
F M R
F M R
Milling
L M H
L M H
L M H
Grades
GC4200
GC2000
GC3200
H 27
Tool holding
-WM / GC4225 -PM / GC4235
H Machinability Other information
-WF / GC4225 -PF / GC4225
Boring
Double sided
A
The cutting edge
Turning
Type of application - Milling
H
Parting and grooving
B
ap Depth of cut, inch (mm)
M
Threading
C
L
Heavy milling • Operations at maximum stock removal and/or severe conditions. • Larger depth of cut and feed rate. • Operations requiring highest edge security.
Medium milling • Most applications – general purpose milling. • Medium operations to light roughing. • Medium depth of cut and feed rate.
Light milling • Operations at small depth of cut and low feed rates. • Operations requiring low cutting forces.
Milling
D
Selecting the insert geometry in milling
Drilling
E
Feed fz, inch/tooth (mm/tooth)
F
Boring
Light (-L)
G
• Extra positive • Light machining
Tool holding
• Low cutting forces • Low feed rates
Machinability Other information
H
H 28
Medium (-M) •G eneral purpose geometry • Medium feed rates •M edium operations to light roughing
Heavy (-H) • Reinforced cutting edge • Heavy machining • Highest edge security • High feed rates
Cutting tool materials
Turning
Cutting tool materials
A
The selection of cutting tool material and grade is an important factor to consider when planning a successful metal cutting operation.
B Parting and grooving
A basic knowledge of each cutting tool material and its performance is therefore important to be able to make the correct selection for each application. This should take into consideration the workpiece material to be machined, the component type and shape, machining conditions and the level of surface quality required for each operation.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
H 29
Machinability Other information
H
Turning
A
Cutting tool materials
Different types of cutting tool materials Hardness
B
CD
Parting and grooving
1
Diamond
2 3
C
CB
Cubic boron nitride
4
Threading
5
CC
Ceramics
CT
6
D
Cermets
Milling
1. Diamond 2. Cubic boron nitride 3. Ceramics 4. Cermets 5. Coated carbide 6. High Speed Steel
E
GC
Coated carbide
HSS
Drilling
High speed steel
F
Toughness
The ideal cutting tool material should: - be hard, to resist flank wear and deformation
Boring
- be tough, to resist bulk breakage
- be chemically stable to resist oxidation and diffusion - have good resistance to sudden thermal changes.
Tool holding
G
- not chemically interact with the workpiece material
Machinability Other information
H
H 30
Cutting tool materials
A
Turning
The main range of cutting tool materials • Uncoated cemented carbide (HW)
B
• Coated cemented carbide (HC)
• Cubic boron nitride (BN)
Parting and grooving
• Cermet (HT, HC)
• Polycrystalline diamond (DP, HC)
C Threading
• Ceramic (CA, CN, CC)
D
Characteristics, features and benefits • Used in moderate to difficult applications related to steel, HRSA, titanium, cast iron and aluminum in turning, milling and drilling.
E
Drilling
•G ood combination of abrasive wear resistance and toughness.
Milling
Uncoated cemented carbide
• Gives sharp cutting edges.
•R epresents a small portion of the total grade program.
Boring
F
•G ood edge security but limited wear resistance at higher speeds.
Tool holding
G
H 31
Machinability Other information
H
A
Cutting tool materials
Turning
Coated cemented carbide Characteristics, features and benefits • General use in all kinds of components and materials for turning, milling and drilling applications. • Extremely good combination of wear resistance and toughness in a variety of jobs. • Consists of a large variety of grades with hard to tough substrates, usually with gradient sintering, and various coatings of CVD and PVD-type. • Shows very good wear characteristics with long tool life. • Dominates the insert program, with increasing share.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Cermet
D
Milling
• Used in finishing and semi-finishing applications where close tolerance and good surface finish is required. • Chemically stable with a hard and wear resistant substrate. • Consists of Titanium based (TiC, TiCN) cemented carbide with cobalt as a binder. • PVD-coating adds wear resistance and tool life. “Self sharpening ” properties. Limited toughness behavior. • Quite low share of total insert program.
Drilling
E
Ceramic • Depending on type of ceramic, the grades are mainly used in cast iron and steel, hardened materials and HRSA. • Ceramic grades are generally wear resistant and with good hot-hardness. Wide application area in different types of material and component. • Ceramics are considered brittle and need stable conditions. With additions in the mix and whisker reinforced ceramic, toughness is improved. • Fairly low share of total insert usage, but increased usage in the aerospace and hardened steel-cast iron areas.
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
H 32
Cutting tool materials
A
B
C Threading
• For finish turning of hardened steel. Roughing of gray cast iron at high cutting speeds. Rough turning of rolls in white/chilled cast iron. • Applications that require extreme wear resistance and toughness. • CBN consists of Boron nitride with Ceramic or Titanium nitride binder. • Resists high cutting temperatures at high cutting speeds. • Special application area with small volume inserts. Trend is towards a higher volume of hard materials to be cut.
Parting and grooving
Characteristics, features and benefits
Turning
Cubic boron nitride
D
Drilling
E
F
Boring
• Turning of normal aluminum at low temperature and very abrasive hypereutectic aluminum. Used in non-metal and non-ferrous materials. • Extremely wear resistant grades. Sensitive to chipping. • Brazed-in corners of polycrystalline diamond (PCD tip) to an insert or thin diamond coated film on a substrate. • Long tool life and extremely good wear resistance. Decomposes at high temperatures. Dissolves easily in iron. • Fairly low portion of the insert program, with special limited applications.
Milling
Polycrystalline diamond
Tool holding
G
H 33
Machinability Other information
H
A
Cutting tool materials
Turning
The development of cutting tool material
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
The development of cutting tool material through the years can be seen in the reduced time taken to machine a component 19.685 inch long, with 3.937 inch diameter (500 mm long, with 100 mm diameter) from 1900 to today. At the beginning of the last century, cutting tool material was only slightly harder than the material which needed to be cut. Therefore tool life was poor, and cutting speed and feed had to be kept very low. The introduction of HSS brought major improvements, which resulted in reduced cutting time. 20 years later uncoated cemented carbide brought down the required time in cut to a staggering 6 minutes.
Today with improved geometries and new coating technique we have reached below 1 minute in cutting time for the 19.685 inch (500 mm) steel bar. In addition to traditional uncoated and coated carbide, new cutting tool materials like cermet, ceramic, cubic boron nitride and diamond, have contributed to optimized and improved productivity.
The introduction of coated carbide again lowered the cutting time to 1.5 minutes.
E Carbon steel
Drilling
Min (log)
ø3.937 (ø100)
F
Boring
High speed steel (HSS)
19.685 (500)
Cemented carbide
G Tool holding
Coated carbide Insert geometries, new coatings New cutting tool materials
Machinability Other information
H
H 34
Cutting tool materials
A
•C emented carbide is a powder metallurgical material consisting of:
Turning
What is cemented carbide and a grade? B
- a binder metal, cobalt (Co) -h ard-particles of Ti,Ta,Nb (titanium, tantalum, niobium-carbides).
Parting and grooving
- hard-particles of WC (tungsten carbide)
Threading
C •A grade represents the hardness or toughness of the insert, and is determined by the mixture of ingredients which make up the substrate.
Milling
D
E
•A thin Titanium Nitride coating layer was added, only a few microns thick. This improved the performance of carbide overnight. • Coatings offer improved wear resistance giving longer tool life and possibility to use higher cutting data.
G Tool holding
•Today modern grades are coated with different carbide, nitride and oxide layers.
F
Boring
•C oating of cemented carbide was developed in the 1960s.
Drilling
Coating of cemented carbide
H 35
Machinability Other information
H
A
Cutting tool materials
Turning
Microstructure of cemented carbide
Parting and grooving
B
Cemented carbide consists of hard particles (carbides) in a binder matrix. The binder is more or less in all cases cobalt (Co) but could also be Nickel (Ni). The hard particles consist mainly of tungsten carbide (WC) with a possible addition of gamma phase (Ti-, Ta- Nb-carbides and nitrides).
The gamma phase has a better hot hardness and is less reactive at elevated temperatures, so is often seen in grades where the cutting temperature can get high. WC has a better abrasive wear resistance.
Threading
C
Elements:
D
Milling
Gamma-phase (TiC)
Beta-phase (Co)
E
Drilling
Alpha-phase (WC)
Alpha-phase WC (tungsten carbide)
Gamma-phase (Ti,Ta,Nb)C (titanium, tantalum, niobium-carbides)
Beta-phase Co (cobalt)
F
Boring
Hair diameter = .0020-.0028 inch (50-70 µm)
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
H 36
Cutting tool materials
A
An increase in Co content and WC grain size contributes to an increase in bulk toughness, but also lowers the hardness. As a result, the substrate has less resistance to plastic deformation, which means less wear resistance/lower practical tool life.
B Parting and grooving
Apart from the grain size of the WC, the amount of binder phase (cobalt) is an important factor determining the characteristics of the carbide. The Co content in Sandvik Coromant grades is generally 4–15% of the total weight.
Turning
Fundamental characteristics
Amount of binder
Toughness
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
WC grain size
Tool holding
G
H
H 37
Machinability Other information
Wear resistant
Boring
F
A
Cutting tool materials
Turning
Coating design Many factors influence the behavior of the insert:
B
- Coating process
Parting and grooving
- Coating material - Coating thickness - Post treatment
C Threading
- Surface morphology.
Milling
D
E
Example of modern steel turning grades
Drilling
Structure and build-up of the coating layers
P
Wear resistance
Toughness
Boring
F
Gradient substrate for optimized hardness and toughness
Tool holding
G
ISO P01 – P15
ISO P05 – P30
ISO P10 – P35
ISO P20 – P45
GC4205
GC4215
GC4225
GC4235
Machinability Other information
H Thicker coatings mean more wear resistance. Harder substrates mean more deformation resistance. H 38
Cutting tool materials
A
Turning
Grade design Coatings and substrates vary with the type of application
Parting and grooving
B
C K05 – K15
P05 – P35
M15
M25
M35 Threading
Thicker coatings mean more wear resistance. Harder substrates mean more deformation resistance.
D
The coating of a modern turning grade Milling
The grade plays a very important part of the performance
E
Drilling
Al2O3 – Coating for chemical and thermal wear resistance.
G Tool holding
Functional gradient – For optimized hardness and toughness.
F
Boring
TiCN – MTCVD coating for mechanical wear resistance.
Cemented carbide – Plastic deformation resistance.
H 39
Machinability Other information
H
A
Cutting tool materials
Turning
Properties of different coating materials CVD coating of inserts Chemical Vapor Deposition
Parting and grooving
B
TiN
• TiCN provides flank wear resistance.
Al2O3
•A l2O3 provides temperature protection (plastic deformation resistance).
Ti(C,N)
• TiN provides easy wear detection.
Threading
C
• T he most common CVD layers today are TiN, Ti(C,N) and Al2O3.
D
Milling
TiN = Titanium nitride Ti(C,N) = Titanium carbonitride Al2O3 = Aluminum oxide
Drilling
E
PVD coating of inserts Physical Vapor Deposition
F
•P VD coatings are generally tougher than CVD coatings.
Boring
•P VD coatings are often used in combination with fine-grained substrates to coat “sharp” cutting edges. • T otal thickness of the PVD layers is often between .0001 – .0002 inch (3 – 6 μm).
G Tool holding
• T he coating is applied at approx. 932° F (500° C).
Machinability Other information
H
H 40
Cutting tool materials
A
Turning
The tough environment in metal cutting Different wear mechanisms on the inserts Wear picture
Cause
Mechanical stress on the insert edge causes breakage.
Thermal
Temperature variations cause cracks and heat generates plastic deformation (PD) on the insert edge.
Chemical
A chemical reaction between carbide and working material causes wear.
Abrasive
In cast iron the SiC inclusions can wear on the insert edge.
C
D
Milling
Mechanical
Parting and grooving
Symbol
Threading
Type of load
B
Drilling
E
Boring
F
BUE = Built-Up Edge
G Tool holding
Adhesive
With sticky material, built-up layers/edges are formed.
H
PD = Plastic Deformation
H 41
Machinability Other information
BUE BUE
A
Cutting tool materials
Some of the most common wear patterns
B
Flank wear (abrasive)
Parting and grooving
Turning
Wear pictures, cause and remedy
Cause Cutting speed too high, insufficient wear resistance.
Remedy Reduce cutting speed, select a more wear resistant grade.
Cutting temperature too high.
Reduce cutting speed, select a more wear resistant grade (Al2O3 coated grade).
Cutting speed too low Unsuitable grade.
Increase cutting speed, choose a tougher grade, preferably PVD coated.
Cutting speed too high or insufficient wear resistance.
Select a more wear resistant grade or reduce cutting speed.
Threading
C
Crater wear (chemical)
Milling
D
E
Drilling
Built-up edge (abrasive)
Boring
F
G Tool holding
Notch wear (abrasive)
Machinability Other information
H
H 42
Cause Cutting temperature too high, combined with a high pressure.
Remedy Select a harder grade, reduce speed and feed.
B Parting and grooving
Plastic deformation (thermal)
A
Turning
Cutting tool materials
Chipping (mechanic) Change the feed, select an alternative insert geometry.
D
Milling
The chips are deflected against the cutting edge.
Threading
C
Temperature variations caused by:
Coolant should be applied copiously, or not at all.
F
Boring
- intermittent machining - varying coolant supply
Select a tougher grade with better resistance to thermal shock.
Drilling
E
Thermal cracks
Check the following: - chip hammering - cutting data - sand inclusions in workpiece - built-up edge - vibration - excessive wear on insert. H 43
G Tool holding
Overload of mechanical tensile stresses.
H Machinability Other information
Edge chipping/breakage (mechanic)
Manufacture of cemented carbide
Turning
A
B Parting and grooving
Manufacture of cemented carbide The manufacture of cemented carbide inserts is a carefully designed process, where geometry and grade are balanced to give a product perfectly matched to the application.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
H 44
Manufacture of cemented carbide
Turning
The development of cutting tool material With the development of better carbide substrates, coatings and geometries, productivity and cost savings have improved for the end user.
B Parting and grooving
Large improvements in productivity were possible in the 60s and 70s when the first coatings were developed. After this, the developments continued - with advanced substrate design, new geometries, edge designs, new advanced coating techniques and post treatment of coated edges.
Threading
C
D
The effect on end-user productivity 2006
Milling
A new insert generation
1999 New generation coatings
E
1989 1980
Drilling
Functional gradients Thick aluminum oxide coating
F
1969
Boring
G Tool holding
Indexable inserts
First coated insert
H
H 45
Machinability Other information
1957
A
Manufacture of cemented carbide
Turning
Powder production
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
There are two main elements of a cemented carbide insert: - WC = Tungsten Carbide - Co = Cobalt Other commonly used elements are Titanium, Tantalum and Niobium Carbides. Designing different types of powder and different percentages of the elements is what makes up the different grades. The powder is milled and sprayed-dried, sifted and poured into containers.
D
Milling
Raw material Niobium
Drilling
E
F
Milling
(Ta, Nb)C Tantalum (5%)
Co (7%) Cobalt
(Ti, W)C (8%)
Boring
Cemented carbide powder Ready to press
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
H 46
Titanium
WC Tungsten (80%) carbide
Spray drying
Manufacture of cemented carbide
A
The main raw material for the manufacture of cemented carbide is tungsten-ore concentrate. Tungsten powder is produced from tungstic oxide derived chemically from the raw material. By varying the conditions of reduction, tungsten powder of various grain size can be manufactured. The carbide granules after spray-drying are small and vary in size depending on grade.
C Threading
.0039 inch (0.10 mm)
B Parting and grooving
The size of the tungsten carbide grains
Turning
Tungsten powder
D
Amount of binder
also to a lower hardness which reduces the wear resistance of the substrate.
E
Drilling
Apart from the grain size for the WC, the amount of binder phase is an important factor determining the characteristics of the carbide. Increasing Co-content, together with increasing WC-grain size, contributes to increasing toughness but
Milling
Basic properties of cemented carbide
Toughness
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Wear resistant
WC grain size H 47
Machinability Other information
H
A
Manufacture of cemented carbide
Turning
Pressing powder compacts Top and bottom punches
B Parting and grooving
Press force 20 - 50 tons
Threading
C
Die and core pin
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Inspection The pressing operation consists of several pieces of tooling: - T op and bottom punches - Core pin - Cavity.
F
Boring
The pressing procedure:
Tool holding
G
owder is poured into the cavity -P - Top and bottom punches come together (20-50 tons) - The insert is picked and placed via robot onto a graphite tray. - Random SPC is performed, to check for weight. The insert is 50% porous at this stage.
Machinability Other information
H
H 48
Manufacture of cemented carbide
A
Turning
Sintering the pressed inserts Sintering phase consists of the following phases: - T he insert will shrink 18% in all directions during the sintering phase; this corresponds to about 50% in volume.
B Parting and grooving
- L oading trays of inserts into a sintering furnace. - The temperature is raised to ~2550° F (~1400° C). - This process melts the cobalt and the cobalt acts as a binder.
C Threading
Sintering
D
Milling
Insert trays
E Shrinking rate Drilling
Inspection
Boring
F
G Tool holding
3 1. Unsintered insert 2. Sintered insert 3. Coated insert
H
1
H 49
Machinability Other information
2
A
Manufacture of cemented carbide
Turning
Different types of grinding operations B
Free profiling
Profiling
Parting and grooving
Top and bottom
C Threading
g 00 Bor
Chamfer – negative land
D
Neg. land
Periphery
7
8 9
4 5 1
Milling
SI
Chamfer
S2
S3
S4
S5
S6
6
2 3
S7 S8
Borg 00
Drilling
E
The reinforcement of the cutting edge The ER-treatment gives the cutting edge the final micro-geometry. •E R-treatment (Edge Roundness) is done before coating.
Boring
F
• T he relation between W/H depends on the application.
Tool holding
G
Generally the ER corresponds to the thickness of a hair, diameter: ~.0031 inch (~80 µm).
Machinability Other information
H
H 50
Manufacture of cemented carbide
A
Turning
CVD – Chemical Vapor Deposition Stacks of inserts are placed into a furnace, a series of gases are introduced to the chamber, lines are purged and another series of gases introduced. This is repeated until the layers of coating are complete. The process is carried out at approx. 1650° F (900° C) for 30 hours. Thickness is approx .00008-.0005 inch (2-12 microns).
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
F
• The ability to making thick coatings.
•V ery good adherence to the carbide substrate.
G
• Very good wear resistance.
Tool holding
• Ability to make even coating thickness.
Boring
The advantages of CVD coatings
• Possibility to make oxide coatings.
H 51
Machinability Other information
H
A
Manufacture of cemented carbide
Turning
PVD – Physical Vapor Deposition
Parting and grooving
B
The inserts are loaded into the coating chamber on trays. Metal source targets are placed on the reactor chamber walls. The most common source is titanium (Ti). The targets are heated to a temperature where the solid metal ionizes.
By using a gas as carrier, the ions can then be transported from the targets to the inserts. As the inserts are cooler, the ions will condensate on the insert surface to form a coating.
The coating thickness is in the range of .00008-.0002 inch (2-6 microns) depending on application area for the insert.
• PVD provides good edge line toughness.
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
The most common PVD layers today are TiN, Ti(C,N), (Ti,Al)N, (Ti,Al,Cr)N and now also aluminum oxides.
Machinability Other information
H
H 52
•P VD coatings can maintain a “sharp” cutting edge. • PVD can be used on brazed tips. • PVD can be used on solid carbide tools.
Manufacture of cemented carbide
A
In a PVD coating process, the coating is formed by metal vapor condensating on insert surfaces. PVD works the same way as when humid air condensates on cold roads and forms an ice layer on the road. PVD is formed at a much lower temperature than CVD. Normal PVD process temperatures are around 930° F (500° C). The coating thickness is in the range of .00008-.0002 inch (2-6 microns) depending on application area for the insert.
In a CVD coating process, the coating is formed by a chemical reaction of different gases. Temperature, time, gas flow, gas atmosphere, etc., are carefully monitored to steer the deposition of the coating layers. Depending on the type of coating, the temperature in the reactor is about 1470 to 2000 degrees F (800 to 1100 degrees C). The thicker the coating the longer the process time. The thinnest CVD coating today is below .00016 inch (4 microns) and the thickest is above .0008 inch (20 microns).
B Parting and grooving
CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition)
C Threading
PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition)
Turning
PVD vs. CVD coating process
Milling
D
~1830°F ~1/20 atm
E
Drilling
~930°F ~1/100000 atm
Boring
F
• Thicker coating
• Sharper edges
• More wear resistant
• Tougher
• Thermal resistant
H
H 53
Machinability Other information
• Thinner coating
Tool holding
G
A
Manufacture of cemented carbide
Turning
Vision control, marking and packaging
Parting and grooving
B
After inspection of dimensions, coating and grade, the insert is marked with a grade designation and placed in a 10-piece box, labeled and packed and ready for distribution to the customer or into stock in the warehouse.
C
Visual inspection Packaging
Threading
Marking
Milling
D
E
Labelling
Drilling
Distribution
Gimo
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
H 54
Tool holding
Boring
Drilling
Milling
Threading
Parting and grooving
Machining economy
How to improve machining economy
H 55
Machinability Other information
Turning
Machining economy
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A
Machining economy
Turning
Doing more machining in the same production time B Parting and grooving
Productivity definition
The value of output produced divided by the value of input or resources.
C Threading
= Output / Input
Milling
D
Drilling
E
F
Attack the productivity gap In all industrial operations, the cost of running the operation, e.g. for labor, raw material, equipment, etc., is increasing at a faster rate than the price of the goods that are sold. In order to bridge that gap, one needs to continuously increase efficiency, resulting in higher productivity. Bridging this gap is the only way to stay competitive and ultimately to stay in business.
Boring
135 130
G
120
125
Cost development
Tool holding
115
Machinability Other information
H
110 105 100 95
Productivity gap Price development
Source: Mechanical Industry in OECD.
H 56
Machining economy
A
Turning
Maximizing productivity The three main machining parameters, cutting speed, feed, and depth of cut, have an effect on tool life. The depth of cut has the smallest effect followed by the feed rate. Cutting speed has the largest effect by far on insert tool life.
Parting and grooving
B
Depth of cut, inch (mm)
Threading
C
D
Milling
Feed, inch/rev (mm/rev)
Optimizing the feed rate is the best way to maximize the productivity
Drilling
E
Cutting speed, ft/min (m/min)
F
Boring
Productivity “Q” is measured as the amount of material removed in a fixed time period, inch3/min (cm3/min).
G Tool holding
vf
Q = vc × ap × fn × 12
Q = ap × ae × vf H 57
Machinability Other information
H
A
Machining economy
Turning
Maximizing productivity – examples
Parting and grooving
B
Metal removal rates for a fixed depth of cut of .118 inch (3.0 mm) using:
P
Low alloy steel, MC P2
Hardness, HB 180
C Threading Milling
.118 (3.0)
.118 (3.0)
.118 3.0
.006 f , inch/r (mm/r) n (0.15)
.012 (0.3)
.020 (0.5)
*
Slowest cutting speed with the highest feed = highest productivity
Using a trigon W-style insert, versus a C-style double-sided or single-sided insert Low alloy steel, MC P2
Hardness, HB 180
F
Boring
.591
Trigon shape Insert: double-sided for medium machining. .118 / .157 inch (3 / 4 mm) No of passes / cutting depth, ap .039 / .118 inch (1 / 3 mm) 22 seconds Machining time, Tc
Rhombic shape Insert: double sided for medium machining. No of passes / cutting depth, ap
G Tool holding
Machining time, Tc 1.969
Machining time, Tc H 58
.118 / .197 inch (3 / 5 mm) 16 seconds
Insert: Single sided for rough machining. No of passes / cutting depth, ap
H Machinability Other information
25* (412)*
Q, inch3/min 12 19 3/min) (cm (191) (310)
P Drilling
a , inch (mm) p
1394 1132 902 v , ft/min (m/min) c (425) (345) (275)
D
E
Insert: CNMG 432-PM 4225 (CNMG 120408-PM 4225)
.079 / .295 inch (2 / 7.5 mm) 8 seconds
Machining economy
A
Turning
Machine tool utilization Incomplete use of additional shifts
B
Production 60%
Tool change 10%
Parting and grooving
Machining 20%
Set & gauge 10%
C Threading
Breakdowns 10% Holidays, etc.
Workpiece change 10%
D
Milling
Machining economy
Drilling
E
Boring
F
G Tool holding
• Fixed costs Costs which exist even when not in production: - machine and tool holders (27%) - labor (31%) - buildings, administration, etc. (22%).
H
H 59
Machinability Other information
• Variable costs Costs incurred only during production: - cutting tools, consumables (3%) - workpiece materials 17%.
A
Machining economy
Turning
Machine tool utilization
Parting and grooving
B
The cost of the tooling, an easily measured value, is always under price or discount pressure, but even when the price is reduced by 30% it only influences the component cost by 1%. We have a similar result of a 1% cost saving when tool life is increased by 50%. Increasing the cutting data by only 20% will dramatically reduce component costs and lead to a 10% component saving.
Threading
C
Cost, tool life or productivity
D
Milling
• Decreased cost: A 30% decrease in price only reduces total cost per component by 1%.
Drilling
E
A 50% increase in tool life only reduces total cost per component by 1%.
Boring
F
• Increased tool life:
Tool holding
G
• Increased cutting data: A 20% increase in cutting data reduces total cost per component by more than 10%.
Machinability Other information
H
H 60
Machining economy
A
Turning
Machine tool utilization Example:
B
Shop spends $10,000 to make 1000 parts.
Parting and grooving
Machine cost is $10.00 per part.
20%
Increase cutting data
Today
Lower price
Tool life
– Tooling
$ .30
$ .21
$ .20
$ .45
– Material
$ 1.70
$ 1.70
$ 1.70
$ 1.70
– Machinery
$ 2.70
$ 2.70
$ 2.70
$ 2.16
– Labor
$ 3.10
$ 3.10
$ 3.10
$ 2.48
– Building
$ 2.20
$ 2.20
$ 2.20
$ 1.76
Cost per part
$ 10.00
$ 9.91
$ 9.90
$ 8.55
D
Milling
Variable
C Threading
30% 50%
Fixed
Drilling
E
F
15% Boring
1%
G Tool holding
1%
H
H 61
Machinability Other information
Savings
A
Machining economy
Turning
Machining ecomomy
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
• Cutting speed has no effect on fixed costs. • As cutting speed increases more parts are produced per hour and therefore cost per part is reduced. • As cutting speed increases more tools are used and therefore cost per part increases. If we add all costs together we will get the curve of total Production cost. 1. As speed increases the Parts per hour increase until we reach a point where we are spending a disproportionate amount of time changing tools and production rate will start to decrease. 2. The lowest point on the Production cost curve corresponds to the economic cutting speed. 3. The highest point on the Production cost curve corresponds to the the maximum cutting speed. The speed between these two points is the High Efficiency Range, which is where we should be trying to operate.
Milling
D
Cutting data and cost
E
F
Cost per part
Drilling
Parts per hour Production rate Production cost
Boring
Tool cost
Tool holding
G
Fixed cost Machine cost
Machinability Other information
H Economic High Efficiency Speed for maximum speed Range production H 62
Cutting speed
Machining economy
A
Turning
Base for cutting data recommendations • Tool life
Higher metal removal
-A ll cutting data is based on 15 min tool life.
If you want to change the cutting speed to obtain higher metal removal rates the new cutting speed values can be calculated from the following table.
5 min tool life -1 = Factor 1.0 -U se correction factor for other values according to the table.
Tool life (min)
10
15
20
25
Correction factor
1.11
1.0
0.93
0.88 0.84
30
45
60
B Parting and grooving
Compensation of cutting data for difference in tool life
C
0.75 0.70 Threading
Example: If the recommended cutting speed (vc) = 738 ft/min (225 m/min.), a tool life of 10 minutes gives you 738 x 1.11 ≈ 819 ft/min (225 x 1.11 ≈ 250 m/min).
Milling
D
E
Compensation of cutting speed for difference in hardness, HB
-U se correction factors for other values according to the table.
-60 -40 -20 0 +20 +40 +60 +80 +100
P
P2 HB2) 180 1.44 1.25 1.11
1.0 0.91 0.84 0.77 0.72 0.67
M
M1 HB2) 180 1.42 1.24 1.11
1.0 0.91 0.84 0.78 0.73 0.68
K2 HB2) 220 1.21 1.13 1.06
1.0 0.95 0.90 0.86 0.82 0.79
K
K3 HB2) 250 1.33 1.21 1.09
1.0 0.91 0.84 0.75 0.70 0.65
N
N1 HB2) 75
1.05
1.0 0.95
S
S2 HB2) 350
1.12
1.0 0.89
H
H1 HRC3) 60
1.07
1.0 0.97
Drilling
Increased hardness
F
Boring
-E .g ISO P HB 180 = Factor 1.0.
Reduced hardness ISO/ ANSI MC1) HB2)
1) MC = material classification code 2) HB = Hardness Brinell 3) HRC = Hardness Rockwell
G Tool holding
-A ll cutting data is based on the reference materials and the respective hardness.
H
H 63
Machinability Other information
• Hardness
Turning
A
Use the table or diagram to compensate the cutting speed for different hardnesses Diagram form for P, M and K
Parting and grooving
B
Machining economy
ISO
P
ISO
M
ISO
Gray cast iron, HB220 MC K2
Stainless steel, HB180 MC M1
ISO
Nodular cast iron, HB250 MC K3
Threading
C
Steel, HB180 MC P2
Drilling
E
Specific cutting force / hardness
Boring
F
Factor for cutting speed
Milling
D
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
H 64
K K
Example of calculating hardness factor and cutting speed compensation Steel MC P2
-R eference hardness HB= 180 -1 5 min tool life = Factor 1.0 -U se correction factor for other values according to the table.
Reduced hardness ISO/ ANSI MC1) HB2)
Increased hardness
B
-60 -40 -20 0 +20 +40 +60 +80 +100
P
P2 HB2) 180 1.44 1.25 1.11
1.0 0.91 0.84 0.77 0.72 0.67
M
M1 HB2) 180 1.42 1.24 1.11
1.0 0.91 0.84 0.78 0.73 0.68
K2 HB2) 220 1.21 1.13 1.06
1.0 0.95 0.90 0.86 0.82 0.79
K3 HB2) 250 1.33 1.21 1.09
1.0 0.91 0.84 0.75 0.70 0.65
N
N1 HB2) 75
1.05
1.0 0.95
S
S2 HB2) 350
1.12
1.0 0.89
H
H1 HRC3) 60
1.07
1.0 0.97
K
Parting and grooving
P
C Threading
ISO
A
Turning
Machining economy
1) MC = material classification code 2) HB = Hardness Brinell 3) HRC = Hardness Rockwell
• Calculating hardness factor - HB 266-180 = +86 - Cutting speed factor vc = 0.70. -R educe the cutting speed to 70%.
HV 80 85 90 95 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 205 210 215 220 225 230 240 250 255 260 265 270 280 290 295 300 310
HB 76.0 80.7 85.5 90.2 95.0 105 114 124 133 143 152 162 171 181 190 195 199 204 209 214 219 228 238 242 247 252 257 266 276 280 285 295
HRC – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 20.3 22.2 23.1 24.0 24.8 25.6 27.1 28.5 29.2 29.8 31.0
N/mm2) 255 270 285 305 320 350 385 415 450 480 510 545 575 610 640 660 675 690 705 720 740 770 800 820 835 850 865 900 930 950 965 995
HRB – 41.0 48.0 52.0 56.2 62.3 66.7 71.2 75.0 78.7 81.7 85.0 87.5 89.5 91.5 92.5 93.5 94.0 95.0 96.0 96.7 98.1 99.5 – (101) – (102) – (105) – – –
H 65
E
Drilling
-1 30,500 lbs/inch2 (900 N/mm2) = HB 266 value according to the table.
lbs/inch2) 36,975 39,150 41,325 44,225 46,400 50,750 55,825 60,175 65,250 69,600 73,950 79,025 83,375 88,450 92,800 95,700 97,875 100,050 102,225 104,400 107,300 111,650 116,000 118,900 121,075 123,250 125,425 130,500 134,850 137,750 139,925 144,275
F
Boring
- T ensile strength 130,500 lbs/inch2 (900 N/mm2)
Rockwell
G Tool holding
- DIN 42CrNiMo4
Brinell
H Machinability Other information
• Customer workpiece material
Vickers
Milling
D Tensile strength
A
Machining economy
Threading
C
D
• How to calculate cutting data compensation - The cutting data is based on 15 min tool life. Increased feed fn, inch/r (mm/r) Example 1
Starting value
Example 2
Milling
Decreased feed fn, inch/r (mm/r)
E
Drilling
• Example 1
F
- Increase the feed from, e.g., fn .012 inch/r to .018 inch/r (0.3 mm/r to 0.45 mm/r) = +.006 inch/r (+0.15 mm/r) -D ecrease the cutting speed by 12% from the given cutting speed value.
Boring
• Example 2
- Decrease the feed by .007 inch/r (0.18 mm/r) from the given feed value.
Tool holding
G
- Increase the cutting speed by +15% e.g from 1132 ft/min to 1312 ft/min (345 m/min to 400 m/min)
Machinability Other information
H
H 66
Increased cutting speed, %
Parting and grooving
B
Decreased cutting speed, %
Turning
Cutting speed and feed data compensation for turning
Machining economy
A
Turning
How can you improve your productivity?
• Identify the material and hardness HB or tensile strength lbs/inch2 (N/mm2). • Choose the correct geometry.
se the given cutting data values or •U compensate the cutting data values according to your needs.
C
•C orrectly applied, our tools can increase productivity by at least 20%.
Threading
• Choose the correct grade.
B Parting and grooving
Things to consider
Milling
D
Machining tips for improved tool life
•M ake use of all available corners on inserts. •P roper insert radius in relationship to D.O.C.
Drilling
E
•S peeds and feeds within insert parameters.
F
•W orn inserts can be used for chamfering.
G Tool holding
•U se climb milling over conventional milling wherever possible.
Boring
•C hoose the right combination of insert radius and geometry.
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Machinability Other information
H
Good stability = Successful metal cutting
Machinability Other information
Tool holding
Boring
Drilling
Milling
Threading
Parting and grooving
Turning
A Maintenance & tool wear
B
Maintenance & tool wear
C
D
E
F
G
H
H 68 • Tool wear H 69
• Maintenance H 71
Maintenance & tool wear
A
Turning
Consequences of excessive tool wear
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
Milling
D
Drilling
E
• Damaged inserts
• Damaged shims
F
• Damaged tool holders
• Damaged components Boring
• Damaged machine
G Tool holding
Result: • Reduced production • Higher production costs
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Machinability Other information
H
A
Maintenance & tool wear
Visually inspect shims & shim seats
B
•D amaged shims. Shims should not have chipped corners in the cutting area.
Parting and grooving
Turning
Inspection of tool wear
Damage
•S hims should have no visible wear from chip breaking and/or impressions from the insert.
Chip breakage impression
C Threading
Inspect pockets •P ockets damaged or mushrooming in the corners.
D
Milling
•O versized pockets due to wear. The insert does not sit properly in the pocket sides. Use a .0008 inch (0.02 mm) shim to check the gap.
Drilling
E
F
mall gaps in the corners, between the •S shim and the bottom of the pocket.
The importance of using the correct wrench Why use the proper wrenches? • Extends life of screw and wrench.
Boring
• Reduces risk of stripping screw.
G Tool holding
What is the proper way to tighten an insert screw? • Important to use the proper wrench. lways use correct torque. Values are •A marked on tool and shown in product catalog.
Machinability Other information
H
• Common sense! H 70
Maintenance & tool wear
A
Torx Plus from Sandvik Coromant
B Parting and grooving
lbs-in (Nm)
Turning
Torx Plus® wrenches
C Threading
Torx Plus® vs. Torx Cross section Torx Plus®
Torx
D
Milling
Torx Plus®
E Standard Torx screw Drilling
Torx Plus is a registered trademark of Camcar-Textron (USA)
parting and grooving tools an adjust• On able torque wrench is required, as the torque is not related to screw size. • It should of course be used on all products with a clamp screw.
G Tool holding
Torx Plus® wrenches with adjustable torque
Boring
F
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Machinability Other information
H
A
Maintenance & tool wear
Turning
Insert screws / clamping screws • Screw threads, heads and Torx sockets should be in good condition.
B
• Use correct keys.
Parting and grooving
• Ensure correct screw-tightening torque pply sufficient screw lubrication to •A prevent seizure. Lubricant should be applied to the screw thread as well as the screw-head face.
C Threading
• Replace worn or exhausted screws.
D Important! Milling
Use Molykote for screw heads and threads
Drilling
E
Tool maintenance Shim and insert seat • Check shim damage.
F
•C lean insert seat and damaged location and support for cutting edge. Boring
• If necessary index or replace shim. •E nsure correct insert location against support points.
G Tool holding
• It is important to ensure that shim corners have not been knocked off during machining or handling.
Machinability Other information
H
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Maintenance & tool wear
A
check supporting and contact • Always faces of tool holders, milling cutters and drills, making sure there is no damage or dirt.
C Threading
• In boring operations it is especially important to have the best possible clamping. If the bar is not supported to the end of the holder, overhang will be increased and create vibration.
B Parting and grooving
Contact faces
Turning
Tool maintenance
l = cutting edge length (insert size) re = nose radius
-S elect largest possible nose radius for insert strength. -S elect a smaller nose radius if there is a tendency for vibration.
Stability • Stability is the key factor for successful metal cutting, affecting machining costs and productivity. •M ake sure that any unnecessary play, overhang, weakness, etc., has been eliminated and that correct types and sizes of tools are employed for the job.
Drilling
re
E
F
Boring
-S elect largest possible point angle on the insert for strength and economy.
G
H
H 73
Machinability Other information
l
Tool holding
• It is important to select the correct insert size, insert shape and geometry and insert nose radius to achieve good chip flow.
Milling
D
Production security
A
Maintenance & tool wear
Turning
Insert handling • Inserts should never be removed from the original package until they are ready to be installed.
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
D
Summary of maintenance points
Milling
Check tool wear and shims for damage. Make sure insert seat is clean.
E
Make sure of correct insert location.
Drilling
Make sure correct keys and drivers are used. Insert screws should be correctly
F
Lubricate screws before tool assembly.
tightened.
Make sure contact faces are clean and undamaged on Boring
tools, holding tools and machine spindles.
Tool holding
G
Machinability Other information
H
Make sure boring bars are clamped well and that holder is undamaged at the end.
A well organized, maintained and documented tool inventory is a production cost saver.
Stability is always a critical factor in any metal cutting operation.
H 74
A
Turning
Formulas and definitions
B Parting and grooving
Formulas & definitions, calculator
Milling
H 78
Drilling
H 80
Boring
H 82
C Threading
H 76
D
Milling
Turning
E
H 84
Boring
F
Tool holding
G
H
H 75
Machinability Other information
Cutting data calculator
Drilling
Calculator
A
Formulas and definitions
Turning
Formulas and definitions for turning - INCH B
Cutting speed, ft/min
π × Dm × n 12
Parting and grooving
vc =
Spindle speed, rpm
Threading
C
n=
vc × 12
π × Dm
Drilling
E
Metal removal rate, inch3/min Q = vc × ap × fn × 12
Boring
F
Net power, HP v × ap × fn × kc Pc = c 33 × 103
Tool holding
G
H Machinability Other information
lm fn × n
H 76
Unit
Tc =
Designation/ definition
Milling
Machining time, min
Symbol
D
Dm
Machined diameter
inch
fn
Feed per revolution
inch/r
ap
Cutting depth
inch
vc
Cutting speed
ft/min
n
Spindle speed
rpm
Pc
Net power
HP
Q
Metal removal rate
inch3/min
hm
Average chip thickness
inch
hex
Maximum chip thickness
inch
Tc
Period of engagement
min
lm
Machined length
mm
kc
Specific cutting force
lbs/inch2
Lead angle
degree
ψr
Formulas and definitions
A
Turning
Formulas and definitions for turning - METRIC Cutting speed, m/min 1000
Parting and grooving
vc =
B
π × Dm × n
C
Spindle speed, rpm vc × 1000
Threading
n=
π × Dm
Milling
v × ap × fn × kc Pc = c 60 × 103
E
mm/r
ap
Cutting depth
mm
vc
Cutting speed
m/min
n
Spindle speed
rpm
Drilling
Net power, kW
mm
Feed per revolution
Pc
Net power
kW
F
Q
Metal removal rate
cm3/min
hm
Average chip thickness
mm
hex
Maximum chip thickness
mm
Tc
Period of engagement
min
Boring
Q = vc × ap × fn
Machined diameter
fn
lm
Machined length
mm
G
Specific cutting force
N/mm2
Entering angle
degree
kc
kr
Tool holding
Metal removal rate, cm3/min
Dm
H
H 77
Machinability Other information
lm fn × n
Unit
Tc =
Designation/ definition
Machining time, min
Symbol
D
A
Formulas and definitions
Turning
Formulas and definitions for milling - INCH Table feed, inch/min
B
Cutting speed, ft/min vc =
π × Dcap × n 12
Spindle speed, rpm
D
Milling
Feed per tooth, inch vf fz = n × zc
E
Feed per revolution, inch/rev Drilling
fz =
Metal removal rate, inch3/min Q = ap × ae × vf
G
Net power, HP
Tool holding
Boring
F
Pc =
ae × ap × vf × kc 396 × 103
Torque, lbf ft
H Machinability Other information
vf n
Mc =
H 78
Pc × 16501 π×n
ae
Working engagement
inch
ap
Cutting depth
inch
Dcap C utting diameter at cutting depth ap
Unit
vc × 12 π × Dcap
n=
Designation/ definition
Threading
C
Symbol
Parting and grooving
vf = fz × n × zc
inch
Dm
Machined diameter (component diameter)
inch
fz
Feed per tooth
inch
fn
Feed per revolution
inch
n
Spindle speed
rpm
vc
Cutting speed
ft/min
vf
Table feed
inch/min
zc
Number of effective teeth
pcs
hex
Maximum chip thickness
inch
hm
Average chip thickness
inch
kc
Specific cutting force
lbs/inch2
Pc
Net power
HP
Mc
Torque
lbf ft
Q
Metal removal rate
inch3/min
ψr
Lead angle
degree
Formulas and definitions
A
Turning
Formulas and definitions for milling - METRIC Table feed, mm/min
B Parting and grooving
vf = fz × n × zc Cutting speed, m/min
π × Dcap × n
C Threading
1000
fz =
vf n
Metal removal rate, cm3/min Q=
ap × ae × vf 1000
Net power, kW Pc =
ae × ap × vf × kc 60 × 106
Torque, Nm Mc =
Pc × 30 × 103
Working engagement
mm
ap
Cutting depth
mm
Dcap C utting diameter at cutting depth ap
Milling
E
mm
Dm
Machined diameter (component diameter)
mm
fz
Feed per tooth
mm
fn
Feed per revolution
mm/r
Drilling
Feed per revolution, mm/rev
ae
n
Spindle speed
rpm
F
vc
Cutting speed
m/min
vf
Table feed
mm/min
zc
Number of effective teeth
pcs
hex
Maximum chip thickness
mm
hm
Average chip thickness
mm
kc
Specific cutting force
N/mm2
Pc
Net power
kW
Mc
Torque
Nm
Q
Metal removal rate
cm3/min
kr
Entering angle
degree
Boring
vf fz = n × zc
G
π×n H 79
Tool holding
Feed per tooth, mm
D Unit
vc × 1000 π × Dcap
Designation/ definition
n=
Symbol
Spindle speed, r/min
H Machinability Other information
vc =
A
Formulas and definitions
Turning
Formulas and definitions for drilling - INCH Penetration rate, inch/min vf = fn × n
Parting and grooving
Cutting speed, ft/min
π × Dc × n
D
Milling Drilling
F
vc × 12
π × Dc
Feed force, N D Ff ≈ 0.5×kc × c × fn × sin kr 2
Metal removal rate, inch3/min
Boring
Q = vc × Dc × fn × 3
G
Net power, HP
Tool holding
Pc =
vc × Dc × fn × kc 132 × 103
Torque, lbf ft
H Machinability Other information
Dc
Drill diameter
inch
fn
Feed per revolution
inch/r
n
Spindle speed
rpm
vc
Cutting speed
ft/min
vf
Penetration rate
inch/min
Ff
Feed force
N
kc
Specific cutting force
lbs/inch2
Mc
Torque
lbf ft
Pc
Net power
HP
Q
Metal removal rate
inch3/min
ψr
Lead angle
degree
Spindle speed, rpm n=
E
Unit
12
Threading
vc =
Designation/ definition
C
Symbol
B
Mc = H 80
Pc × 16501
π×n
Formulas and definitions
A
Turning
Formulas and definitions for drilling - METRIC B
Penetration rate, mm/min
Parting and grooving
vf = fn × n
Cutting speed, m/min
π × Dc × n
Designation/ definition
Unit
Dc
Drill diameter
mm
fn
Feed per revolution
mm/r
n
Spindle speed
rpm
vc
Cutting speed
m/min
vf
Penetration rate
mm/min
Ff
Feed force
N
kc
Specific cutting force
N/mm2
Mc
Torque
Nm
Pc
Net power
kW
Q
Metal removal rate
cm3/min
kr
Entering angle
degree
D Ff ≈ 0.5×kc × c fn × sin kr 2
Metal removal rate, cm3/min v × Dc × fn Q= c 4
E
F
Net power, kW
G Tool holding
v × Dc × fn × kc Pc = c 240 × 103
Torque, Nm Mc =
Milling
Feed force, N
Drilling
π × Dc
Boring
vc × 1000
D
H
Pc × 30 × 103
π×n H 81
Machinability Other information
Spindle speed, r/min n=
Threading
1000
Symbol
vc =
C
A
Formulas and definitions
Turning
Formulas and definitions for boring - INCH Penetration rate, inch/min vf = fn × n
Parting and grooving
Cutting speed, ft/min
π × Dc × n
vc =
D
vc × 12
Milling
π × Dc
Feed per revolution, inch/rev
Drilling
fn = zc × fz
F
Metal removal rate, inch3/min
Boring
Q = vc × Dc × fn × 3
G
Net power, HP
Tool holding
Pc =
vc × ap × fn × kc 132 ×
103
(
1–
Torque, lbf ft
H Machinability Other information
Dc
Drill diameter
inch
fn
Feed per revolution
inch/r
n
Spindle speed
rpm
vc
Cutting speed
ft/min
vf
Table speed
inch/min
Ff
Feed force
N
kc
Specific cutting force
lbs/inch2
Mc
Torque
lbf ft
Pc
Net power
HP
Q
Metal removal rate
inch3/min
ψr
Lead angle
degree
Number of effective teeth (zc = 1 for step boring)
pcs
Spindle speed, rpm n=
E
Unit
Threading
12 Designation/ definition
C
Symbol
B
Mc =
H 82
ap Dc
(
zc
Feed force, N Pc × 16501
π×n
Ff ≈ 0.5 × kc × ap × fn × sin κr
Formulas and definitions
A
Turning
Formulas and definitions for boring - METRIC B
Penetration rate, mm/min
Parting and grooving
vf = fn × n
Cutting speed, m/min
C
π × Dc × n
Symbol
Designation/ definition
Unit
Dc
Drill diameter
mm
fn
Feed per revolution
mm/r
n
Spindle speed
rpm
vc
Cutting speed
m/min
vf
Table speed
mm/min
Ff
Feed force
N
kc
Specific cutting force
N/mm2
Mc
Torque
Nm
Pc
Net power
kW
Q
Metal removal rate
cm3/min
kr
Entering angle
degree
Number of effective teeth (zc = 1 for step boring)
pcs
fn = zc × fz
Metal removal rate, cm3/min Q=
vc × Dc × fn 4
Net power, kW Pc =
vc × ap × fn × kc 60 × 103
(
1–
Torque, Nm Mc =
ap Dc
(
zc
E
F
G
Feed force, N Pc × 30 × 103
π×n
Milling
Feed per revolution, mm/r
Drilling
π × Dc
Boring
n=
D
Tool holding
Spindle speed, r/min vc × 1000
Threading
1000
H
Ff ≈ 0.5 × kc × ap × fn × sin κr
H 83
Machinability Other information
vc =
A
Calculator
Turning
Cutting data calculator
Parting and grooving
B
Threading
C
The Sandvik Coromant cutting data calculator is designed to solve most calculation problems encountered in the metal cutting area.
The Sandvik Coromant cutting data calculator also functions as a standard mathematical calculator. Calculations can be done in metric or inch.
The calculator is self-explanatory and very easy to use. Users include programmers, operators, machinists, supervisors, foremen, designers and more. As a user, you simply decide what parameter you want to calculate, choose the appropriate formula from the menu in the display and enter the input as prompted by the calculator. This means that the user does not need to memorize any metal cutting formulas. • Calculator metric/inch
Milling
D
Self-explanatory and very easy to use
• Size 80x125x15 mm
Drilling
E
Machining Calculator App The Machining Calculator app from Sandvik Coromant is designed to help engineers and machinists optimize the performance of their turning, milling and drilling applications by calculating optimal cut settings based on job parameters.
Boring
F
The app is free and can be downloaded at the Sandvik Coromant website.
H
*Available on select smartphones. See website for details.
Machinability Other information
Tool holding
G
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