T-style CS100 sialon ceramic inserts from Seco. (Image courtesy Seco.)
Seco has expanded the roughing and semi-finishing performance capabilities of its Secomax CS100 sialon ceramic-grade by adding inserts with T-style edge preparation to the line.
Featuring a free-cutting sharp geometry, the new inserts are designed to bring stability and performance longevity to the machining of nickel-based superalloys in unstable conditions.
The T-style (chamfered) CS100 inserts are designed for turning applications requiring tight tolerances and low cutting forces. They’re available in 20° chamfers ranging from 0.05 mm to 0.1 mm in width. The negative-reinforced cutting edges on these inserts help absorb the high cutting force and pressure that would otherwise be placed on machine setups and workpieces.
The inserts help eliminate the risk of workpiece deformation and reduce excessive vibrations that shorten tool life and negatively impact surface finish. The characteristics of the T-style inserts complement existing S-style (chamfered and honed) CS100 products, which are designed to handle high cutting forces in rigid, stable machining conditions.
Collectively, the T-style and S-style inserts in the CS100 line have high abrasion resistance and toughness that can extend tool life and allows for high cutting speeds when processing challenging materials, such as Inconel, MAR, RENE and Waspaloy.
Furthermore, Seco has added new ceramic insert holders to its product portfolio. Available in standard shaft and Seco-Capto styles, these holders have special pocket designs and clamping systems to accommodate the different thicknesses and missing center-mounting holes that are common with these types of inserts.
For more information on CS100 inserts and the role different edge preparations play in machining operations, please visit www.secotools.com/cs100 .