chipbreakerFor front turning operations ｜ Swiss CNC Lathes
Sharpest molded chipbreaker
High-precision machining
Outstanding sharpness with less tool pressure
Product video
Features
- Depth of cut range from .020 - .118 inch
- Sharp edge generates less tool pressure to reduce chatter and burrs
- Excellent chip control
Tooling application
Swiss CNC Lathe front turning operations
CL chip breaker optimal functioning range
Cutting conditions
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| Coated grade | Material | Operation type | Cutting speed (SFM) | Feed (IPR) | DOC (inch) |
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| ST4 | Stainless | OD Turning continuous | 150 - 400 | .0008 - .004 | .020- .118 |
| QM3 | Alloy steel / carbon steel / hardened material | 150 - 500 | |||
| DM4/DT4 | Difficult-to-cut material / titanium alloy | 75 - 330 | |||
| TM4 | Non-ferrous / aluminum / plastic / general purpose | 150 - 600 |
Chipbreaker geometry
- High rake + sharp cutting edge reduces burr formation and increases machining accuracy
Chip formation comparison
Case study
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| TM4 CL chipbreaker | 420 pcs / corner |
| Competitor's wiper insert (PVD coated carbide) |
300 pcs / corner |
CL chipbreaker achieved higher degree of dimensional stability and good surface finish compared to the competitor's polished insert.
CL chipbreaker demonstrated outstanding chip control even at the smaller DOC, eliminating machining issues.
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| TM4 CL chipbreaker | 200 pcs / corner |
| Competitor's wiper insert (PVD coated carbide) |
100 pcs / corner |
CL chipbreaker achieved part dimensional consistency and extended tool life.
Stable chip control eliminated chip tangling seen using competitor's insert.
Tool lineup
Please check product catalog for tooling lineup
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Useful information
4 STEP-NTK Cutting Tools Lab for choosing suitable cutting tool for cut-off machining
The aspects of "chip control" that you should check when workpiece damage or poor dimensioning are detected during Swiss type CNC automatic lathe machining
Two Areas to Check When Coaxiality is Not Achieved During Swiss CNC Lathe Machining
"Two" checkpoints and measures to be checked when "Roundness" does not come out in Swiss-type CNC-automatic lathe machining-NTK Cutting Tools Lab