
Technical Information KM™ Tooling Maintenance and Care Instructions KM-TS™ • WIDIA™ Modular Tool Changing KM-TS is engineered to provide machine tool builders the capability Tool Changing Location Features to design a machine around a very rigid and proven system while maintaining • Two horizontally opposed holes in the V-groove for the tool changer full automation. It is the ultimate in flexible tooling systems and is equipped with and storage in the tool magazine. Within these two holes are four holes in the V-groove. counterbored holes that can be used for tool orientation. The next generation of multifunction mill-turn machines demand flexible and • Two vertically oriented holes in the V-groove for tool identification high-tech tooling systems. Previously, the V-groove in the KM system permitted chip and balancing. automatic tool changing but without the capability for tool identification chips. Additional New Features • A standard hardness of 50–54 HRC makes the tool durable enough to withstand the forces generated during high-speed tool changes and enables long-term use. • Optimal toughness from the taper to the insert pocket seat ensures maximum protection against wear at all contact points and the highest stability under high cutting loads. • The KM-TS tools have a silver, satin-finished surface that provides durability and long-lasting appearance. Automatic tool changer configuration Summary of Benefits • A proven spindle interface for Daewoo®, Nakamura-Tome™, Takisawa™, and many other builders. • Full compatibility with KM63™ and WIDIA UT63™ tools and adapters. • Use with manual and fully automatic tool changing on lathes and modern mill/turn machines. • Precision-ground tool taper and locating face. Technical Information • Optimal coolant supplied directly onto the cutting point, guaranteeing the highest-level of performance. • For dry machining, the coolant hole can be easily closed with a screw. K22 WWW.WIDIA.COM