DT4/DM4

Difficult-to-cut materials ｜ Carbide grade for Swiss CNC lathes

Exceptional Heat Resistance for High-Performance Machining

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Ideal for difficult materials such as heat resistant alloys and titanium alloys

Stable machining even during high temperature machining conditions

TiAlN layer protect against insert deterioration from excessive heat
DT4 has a thin coating. Insert sharpness benefits machining small diameter parts
DM4 has a thick coating. Its heat and wear resistance suite it well for high load grooving and cut-off operations.

Difficult-to-cut materials especially heat resistant alloys and titanium alloys
Front turning / Back turning / Grooving / Cut off

Case studies

Insert edge comparison after 800 parts
DM4 exhibits excellent wear resistance compared to competitor’s insert.

Aircraft parts
Material : Hastelloy
Cutting speed : 50 m/min 170 SFM
Feed : 0.25mm/rev .010 IPR
DOC : 0.5 mm .020 inch
Coolant : WET
DM4	50 pcs / corner
Competitor’s PVD coated carbide	30 pcs / corner

DM4 achieved 1.7 times longer tool life compared to the competitor’s PVD coated carbide.

Medical screw
Material : Titanium alloy
Cutting speed : 60 m/min 200 SFM
Feed : 0.02 mm/rev .0008 IPR
DOC : 0.5 mm .002 inch
Coolant : WET
DT4	400 pcs / corner
Competitor’s PVD coated carbide	250 pcs / corner

DM4 achieved 1.6 times longer life compared to the competitor’s insert.

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