TungCut – Tailgate Shaft – AH6235
IMPROVE TOOL LIFE
During parting-off operations on automotive tailgate shafts made of alloy steel using a Swiss lathe, the conventional tool exhibited limited tool life, requiring frequent insert changes.
By adopting Tungaloy's TungCut system with the AH6235 PVD grade—recognized for its exceptional reliability and fracture resistance—the process achieved stable and efficient performance even in demanding conditions.
As a result, the number of parts machined per cutting edge increased from 1,500 to 2,500, demonstrating a significant tool life improvement of over 65%. This allowed for reduced downtime and enhanced productivity on the production line.
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| Industry | Automotive |
|---|---|
| Component | Tailgate Shaft |
| Material ISO code |
 P - Steel |
| Work material | SCM415 |
| Machine(spindle type) | Swiss Lathe |
| Tool family | Grooving |
| Tool category | Parting off |
| Product name | TungCut |
| TSR No. | 115452G |
Tool
| Tungaloy | Competitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Holder | JCTER1212X2T12 | 12x12 shank |
| Insert | DGM2-020 | 2 corner insert |
| Edges par insert | 2 | 2 |
| Cutting width | 2 | 2 |
| Grade | AH6235 | PVD grade |
Tool life
| Tungaloy | Competitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Tool life (pcs/edge) | 2500 | 1500 |
Cutting conditions
| Tungaloy | Competitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting speed V/c (m/min) | 134 | 134 |
| Feed f (mm/rev) | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| Depth (mm) | 4.75 | 4.75 |
| Coolant | Internal | Internal |