Gray Cast Iron
The main component is silicon nitride(Si3N4), which differs from alumina-based materials in that its particles are needle-like.
The intertwining of the needle-like particles greatly suppresses the progression of cracks caused by impact during cutting and prevents chipping.
| ISO | Material | Coolant | Grade | vc (m/min) (SFM) | ap (mm) (inch) | f (mm/rev) (IPR) |
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 | Cast Iron Rough Turning | DRY/WET | SX6 | 500 – 1200 1600 – 4000 | 0.5 – 3.5 .020 – .140 | 0.3 – 0.6 .012 – .024 |
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| SX6 |
75 pcs / corner
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| Competitor’s silicon nitride |
50 pcs / corner
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SX6 achieved 1.5 times longer tool life compared to competitor’s silicon nitride
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| SX6 |
360 pcs / corner
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| Competitor’s carbide inserts |
260 pcs / corner
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High-speed milling with ceramic significantly reduced cycle time compared to the current carbide inserts. (Single pass process went from 40 min. down to 15min.)
SX6 achieved 1.4 times more tool life.
Tooling costs are reduced by utilizing negative inserts, increasing the number of corners.
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