How to do a best programming in HSM
This component refers to the programmers and their available options. Clearly, the software (CAD/CAM) available to the user dictates many of the programming variables from which they can choose. […]
High-Speed Machining benefit Micro-Tooling
Workpiece sizes are decreasing, while part versions increase. The miniaturization in the manufacturing world demands changes in the manufacturing process. These increased demands require rethinking in order to work more efficiently with smaller tool diameters, […]
Discuss Enemies of the Spindle
The two major enemies of the spindle are: (1) heat and (2) contaminants (namely, chips and coolant invading the bearing system). Find out what design features are included (or available as options) that protect the spindle. Historically, […]
Understand the trends of polishing
In the world of polishing, current trends are mirroring industry trends: overseas competition, shorter leadtimes and high-speed machining technology decreasing the need for handwork and finishing. Below are five trends and opportunities in this market. […]
Modular Copymilling Systems can help you
Indexable-insert ballnose endmills for high-speed finishing of molds can be purchased as individual units from a standard endmill catalog, or assembled from components of available modular end-milling systems. […]
How to save time in polishing
Ask any polisher what the hardest part of his/her job is and most will tell you the same thing – stoning. It doesn’t have to be that way. Here is a simple technique that not only makes stoning easier and more enjoyable, but actually cuts 30 percent off the time it takes to do a [...]
How to polish a good rib
Ask most shop owners what the number one reason is for new molds failing their first sample and you will most likely hear “material sticking in the ribs.It is not uncommon for a tool to have its ribs and slots repolished two, three or more times before the tool works cleanly. […]
How to efficiently work and rework in moldmaking
Checking for Positive DraftOn occasion tool marks can be so deep that they reduce the draft or the polisher accidentally takes off the draft. The key is to always check for positive draft by putting a six-inch scale on the wall and comparing the angle it makes to the parting line. It takes just a [...]
How to do Sharp Edge in moldmaking
To provide the high-performance results demanded in today’s moldmaking, many indexable-insert ballnose endmills use PVD-coated, precision-ground, micrograin- carbide inserts. Experience shows that such inserts perform best with sharp edges, which represents a departure from the conventional wisdom that extra-strong edges are required to stand up to hardened materials at very high feedrates. […]
How to do High-Performance Finishing
In addition to modular endmilling systems specifically designed for mold-making and other copymilling applications, general indexable-insert endmilling systems are available that include components for high-speed/high-feed finishing of molds and dies. […]