KORLOY

Which grade is recommended for Steel (P) grooving?

As for the insert grades, PC3035 is 1st recommendation and NCM535 is recommended for high speed machining.

Which grade is recommended for Stainless steel (M) grooving?

As for the insert grades, PC5300 is 1st recommendation and PC9030 is 2nd recommendation.

Which grade is recommended for Cast iron (K) grooving?

As for the insert grades, PC8110 is 1st recommendation and PC5330 is 2nd recommendation.

Which grade is recommended for Non-ferrous metal (N) grooving?

As for the insert grades, H01 is the 1st recommendation.

Which grade is recommended for Heat-resistance alloy (S) grooving?

As for the insert grades, PC5300 is 1st recommendation and PC8110 is 2nd recommendation.

How to reduce the vibration?

Reduce the overhang of the tool holder as much as possible. Using inserts with narrow edge width. If necessary, reduce the cutting parameters (cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut, etc.).

What is the recommended product for small-diameter internal grooving?

Korloy’s New Fine Tool has a strong clamping structure and inserts shape which is suitable for small-diameter internal grooving.
There are carbide and steel tool holders, and the carbide tool holders are more advantageous with vibration reduction effect.

How to reduce the occurrence of burrs in parting-off?

Use inserts for light cutting geometry or reduce feed per revolution.
By using a lead angle type insert, position and size of the burr can be adjusted.

Which inserts are good for interrupted grooving?

KGT-R chip breaker is recommended with its improved edge strength by applying negative land.
K-NOTCH or TB/TBM series with strong clamping force is also recommended.

What could possibly be the method to extend inserts tool life?

Use a suitable chip breaker for each machining purpose.
In case of chipping and breakage, please reduce the feed rate.
Select a chip breaker and grade suitable for the workpiece.
Improve chip evacuation by applying recommended cutting conditions suitable for chip breaker and grade.