PARTING PARTING USER GUIDE Selection of Corner Radius 1 A smaller corner radius (r) will reduce the load on “S” Sharp Corners the workpiece and produce a smaller size burr • Cutting edge with positive rake and sharp corners 2 At the same time, a large corner radius allows • When a minimum burr (pip) size is essential for higher feeds and increased tool life • For small feeds • For small diameters or thin walls Feed • For CNCs, multi-spindle and screw machines 2 Radii 1 Sharp Diameter Standard Corner Radius • Standard medium corner size • For general applications and materials P JS Sharp corner “B” Large Corner Radius • Reinforced corners with stronger cutting edge • For tough applications and interrupted cuts Medium (standard) corner radius Large corner radius 540 ISCAR