| Incorrect Thread Profile | Cause • Unsuitable threading profile • Incorrect center height • Incorrect pitch in the program | Solution • Adjust to correct tool, anvil, and insert • Adjust center height • Change the program |
| Broken Nose During 1st Pass | • Cutting edge too cold • Depth of cut too large • Wrong grade • Wrong turned dia. prior to threading • Incorrect center height • Infeed depth too shallow • Wrong inclination anvil • Tool overhang tool long | • Reduce RPM • Reduce depth of cut/Increase number of infeed passes • Use tougher grade • Check turned dia. • Adjust center height • Change depth of cut • Reselect anvil • Reduce tool overhang / Use Anti-vibration bar |
| Poor Surface Finish | • Wrong cutting speed • Excessive heat in cutting zone • Poor chip control • Inadequate coolant supply • Wrong inclination anvil • Tool overhang too long • Incorrect center height | • Increase/reduce RPM • Reduce depth of cut • Modify flank infeed • Apply coolant • Reselect anvil • Reduce tool overhang • Check center height |
| Poor Chip Control | • Excessive heat in cutting zone • Wrong grade • Inadequate coolant supply • Wrong turned dia. prior to threading • Incorrect method of infeed | • Reduce RPM /change depth of cut /check turned dia. • Use coated grade /check turned dia./use M/B-Type inserts • Apply coolant • Check turned dia. • Modify flank infeed 3-5° |