SeriesMilling cutter for machining aluminum parts| PCD inserts
Maximum insert count for increased productivity
φ4.921" diameter cutter has 22 inserts achieving outstanding machining performance
φ1.969" to φ4.921" diameter lineup
Obtains 1.5 times better productivity than the competition
Product video
Features
- Highly efficient machining is achieved with more inserts
- Lightweight aluminum cutter body to accommodate ATC weight limitations
*ATC = automatic tool changer on CNC
Tooling application
Milling aluminum
Cutting conditions
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Grade | Material | Cutting speed (SFM) | Feed(IPR) | DOC(inch) | DRY | WET |
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PD1 | Aluminum alloy (SI≦13) | 3000 - 10000 - 17000 | .0020 - .0047 - .0079 | ~ .25 | 〇 | ● |
PD1 | Aluminum alloy (Si≧13) | 1000 - 2000 - 3000 | .0020 - .0047 - .0079 | ~ .25 | 〇 | ● |
Cutter weight and insert comparison
HFC cutter weight is half that of others on the market
A 4.921" cutter + BT30 arbor* weighs 4.4 lbs or less.
At that weight, the 4.921" cutter can even be used on a compact machine!
* Using a BT30-FMNA25.4-40 (1.54 lbs)
Safety clamp mechanism
Unique pocket design uses a wedge shape and centrifugal forces to help prevent the insert from sliding out.
Insert can be reground up to 4 times
- Each regrind will reduce the width and height of the insert by 0.1mm(.004") from its previous dimension.
- A star is added to indicate the number of regrinds.
- Maximum number of regrinds is 4 times (the total dimensional change will be 0.4mm(.016") from the new product)
*The number of re-grinds per insert may vary depending upon cutting edge damage evaluation.
HFC cutter adjustment and handling procedure
Process
1. Loosen the axial adjustment screw
2. Install inserts (lightly hand tighten)
3. Clean the inserts
4. Adjust height of inserts (initial setup)
5. Tighten wedge set screw (firmly tighten)
6. Final insert height adjustment
NTK cutter setup and balance service
- Preset and balancing service for new and reground inserts.
- We provide customers with safe and reliable machining.
Case study
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HFC | 400 IPM |
Competitor's PCD cutter | 310 IPM |
HFC cutter achieved 1.3 times higher productivity than the competitor's PCD cutter.
Tool lineup
Please check product catalog for tooling lineup
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Useful information
- Points for maximizing the performance of ceramic insert〔 Milling roughness to semi-finishing of heat-resistant alloys 〕
- Points for maximizing the performance of ceramic insert 〔 Rough to semi-finish turning of heat-resistant alloys 〕
- Tips for effectively cutting nickel-based alloys by knowing the material’s characteristics
- How to Make Ceramic Cutting Tools from Scratch