AddForceCut – Die – AH7025
IMPROVE TOOL LIFE
In external grooving of SKD61 steel dies using a CNC lathe, the previous tool experienced limited tool life, making frequent insert changes necessary and reducing productivity.
By adopting Tungaloy's TungFeedBlade system with AddForceCut insert and high wear-resistant grade AH7025, which features a robust self-clamping insert design for secure and stable operation even in demanding parting applications, the process became significantly more reliable.
As a result, tool life improved by approximately 50%, with parts per cutting edge increasing from 40 to 60, ensuring both higher efficiency and reduced downtime for insert replacement.
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| Industry | Die & Mold |
|---|---|
| Component | Die |
| Material ISO code |
 P - Steel |
| Work material | SKD61 |
| Machine(spindle type) | CNC Lathe |
| Tool family | Grooving |
| Tool category | Parting off |
| Product name | AddForceCut |
| TSR No. | 122898G |
Tool
| Tungaloy | Competitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Holder | QSG82-2T | 25x25 shank |
| Insert | QGM2-020 | 1 corner insert |
| Edges par insert | 1 | 1 |
| Cutting width | 2 | 3 |
| Grade | AH7025 | PVD grade |
Tool life
| Tungaloy | Competitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Tool life (pcs/edge) | 60 | 40 |
Cutting conditions
| Tungaloy | Competitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting speed V/c (m/min) | 60 | 60 |
| Feed f (mm/rev) | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| Depth (mm) | 35 | 35 |
| Coolant | External | External |