Both the HX indexable inserts and the W-shaped indexable inserts are designed as full-face variants, as they are tipped over the whole surface on one side with an extremely hard cutting PcBN composition.
The six-edge HX indexable inserts deliver extremely low-cost per cutting edge, while, in similar fashion, a significant boost to cost-effectiveness is derived from the W-shaped indexable inserts that allow three cutting edges to be applied to the shoulder-milling of cast iron and hardened steel.
The wear-resistant tool body is manufactured from a nickel-plated steel, making the tool body well-suited to the demands of hard machining. The use of a proven adjustment and clamping system guarantees optimum, backlash-free mounting of the indexable inserts whilst axial run-out can be set to micron precision by means of a wedge adjustment system on the milling cartridges. A central coolant supply directed at cutting edges ensures optimum swarf evacuation and tool life.
Positive results have been seen in the automotive and mould making sectors, in particular, where tool life, performance and surface finishes are critical.
