carbide cutting tools
Are Carbide Cutting Tools Better Than Steel?
High-speed steel is still one of the most used materials in machining. It is highly resistant and has incredible sharpness. The best part is that it is a low-cost solution for most of your drilling and milling needs. However, steel´s sharpness tends to wear off rather quickly and, when plunging into hardened materials, these tools […]
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It’s Time to Upgrade to Carbide Cutting Tools
Manufacturing with computer numerical control is a great way to produce parts quickly and efficiently. While this process has helped to revolutionize modern machining, the efficiency of a milling machine depends on two things: the material being cut and the cutting tools being used. If you want to get the most out of your milling […]
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5 Tips To Maximize The Life Of Your Carbide Cutting Tools
Carbide tools are known to be more resistant and accurate than steel tools for many reasons. They are a lot more rigid, preventing them from “walking off” or missing the contact point at higher speeds. They have better heat dispersion properties, allowing for higher rotation speeds on harder materials. And they are a lot sharper […]
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Why You Should Thread Mill Pipe Threads
When it comes to working with pipes that will transfer liquid of gas, having the proper threads can make a world of difference. While a layman might not consider the importance of threads, there are several different standards that define how pipe threads are cut in order to assure a perfect fit. One of the […]
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Chamfer Mills: Carbide Vs High-Speed Steel. Which One is Better?
Whether you´re running a big-scale machining operation, or a small CNC shop in your garage, you need to work with the right tools. When giving hardwood, aluminum or steel a finishing touch, I´ve found that many still prefer high-speed steel as their preferred bit composition. Nothing wrong with that. HSS tools have been a staple […]
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Should You be Using Stub Drills?
Milling operations are all about precision. This is especially important when it comes to drilling holes in your workpiece using a drill bit. While drill bits are commonplace tools, they can have issues when it comes to milling precision holes in harder materials. If you have been experiencing issues with drill bit accuracy, then using […]
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What Makes Carbide Cutting Tools Superior?
All cutting tools will eventually wear down with enough use, but the material used to make those tools can have a huge impact on how long this process takes. While steel tools remain a budget friendly option, it is hard to beat carbide tools in terms of offering a superior lifespan. If you want to […]
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