NOVO | Cutting Tool Engineering
Sep 13, 2013 · Tool selection, tool configuration, and the best applicable tooling advice based on the customer's part and process requirements are all at the touch of a few mouse clicks in Kennametal's revolutionary NOVO. CAD models, complete assembly lists, automated job report functionality and much more all promise new levels of process planning efficiency.
Webinars | Cutting Tool Engineering
Feb 28, 2024 · The webinar, which is based on the "Tiny Drillers" feature published in the August issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine, delves deeper into the products and strategies recommended for deep-hole microdrilling by Kennametal Inc. and Sandvik Coromant Co.
The fundamentals of industrial sawing | Cutting Tool Engineering
Jul 28, 2017 · Sawing is one of the most common manufacturing processes in a machine shop. It is versatile, simple and reliable. Nonetheless, many young engineers and machinists are quite familiar with lasers and abrasive waterjets but have no knowledge of sawing.
Metalworking's Leading Publication | Cutting Tool Engineering
5 days ago · We offer in-depth articles, case studies, product reviews, industry news, and expert insights to help readers stay updated on the latest advancements, trends, and best practices in cutting tool technology and machining processes. If you work in the manufacturing industry, you qualify for a free magazine subscription.
Getting reaming right | Cutting Tool Engineering
Jun 1, 2010 · coolant. Fluid that reduces temperature buildup at the tool/workpiece interface during machining. Normally takes the form of a liquid such as soluble or chemical mixtures (semisynthetic, synthetic) but can be pressurized air or other gas.
Calculated forces when turning | Cutting Tool Engineering
Feb 1, 2013 · About the Authors: Edmund Isakov (pictured), Ph.D., is a consultant, writer and frequent CTE contributor. He is the author of the books “Mechanical Properties of Work Materials” (Modern Machine Shop Publications, 2000); “Engineering Formulas for Metalcutting” (Industrial Press, 2004); “Cutting Data for Turning of Steel” (Industrial Press, 2009); the CD-ROM …
Understanding cutting equations | Cutting Tool Engineering
Jul 1, 2014 · RPM Calculator (based on SFM and Tool Diameter) Surface Feet per Minute (SFM): Tool Diameter (inches): Calculate RPM Formula: RPM = (SFM ÷ Tool Diameter) × 3.82 You can play around with this formula in the calculator above or on this more detailed Online Calculator Because the tool diameter is measured in inches, the “feet” in sfm must be converted to …
The inner workings of lathes | Cutting Tool Engineering
May 1, 2009 · The lathe is the oldest and most basic machine tool. Egyptians used primitive lathes at least 3,000 years ago. Lathes work by holding and rotating a workpiece while a tool, whose position is controlled by the lathe, is held against the work.
Product News | Cutting Tool Engineering
Oct 23, 2024 · The NVH G-EAR system can identify potential gear defects at the component level prior to gear box assembly. It works on the Single Flank testing principle where one master gear meshes with the component under inspection, detecting macro-geometry (nicks, runout etc.) and micro- geometry (gear mesh excitation, ghost orders) defects that cause gear whine and noise …
Basics of centerless grinding | Cutting Tool Engineering
Dec 1, 2016 · EDITOR'S NOTE: Ralf Schürl, who is area sales manager for Schaudt/Mikrosa, of United Grinding, and technical sales support for United Grinding North America Inc., co-authored this report. Centerless grinding is critical to manufacturing many high-volume automotive components. These include valve spools, control rods, camshafts, crankshafts, pistons, …