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 maintainingfull automation. It is the ultimate in flexible tooling systems and is equipped withfour holes in the V-groove.• Two horizontally opposed holes in the V-groove for the tool changerand storage in the tool magazine. Within these two holes arecounterbored 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. • 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 Technical Information