„ Negative Inserts (continued)

UR

Roughing geometry with smooth chip forming and improved coolant fl ow for increased tool life. Positive geometry reduces cutting forces and improves depth-of-cut notching resistance. Ideally suitable for stainless steel applications and for smooth machining of steel.

Corner Radius

P 16,0 8,0 M 4,0 K 2,0 1,0 0,5

S 0,1 0,2 0,4 0,8 1,6

feed rate (mm) fn

Cutting Edge

„ Positive Inserts

2

Sharp edge for fi nish machining. Good chip control with very small chip sections. High dimensional accuracy and smooth surface fi nishes. Inserts with .008" corner radius precision-ground on all sides.

Corner Radius

P

M

K

N

S

H feed rate (mm) fn

Cutting Edge

41

Preferred for light- to medium-duty machining. Low cutting forces and reduced power requirements due to positive rake angle. Good chip control over a wide range. Also used on short-chipping cast iron.

P

M

K

feed rate (mm) fn Corner Radius

Cutting Edge

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