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Holemaking & Threading

Thread Milling vs. Tapping: What Are the Pros and Cons?

Thread milling and tapping have distinct advantages and disadvantages, and knowing when to use one over the other can make or break a job. Two experts compare the two threading methods.

Milling

Too Many Tools Means Too Little Productivity – You Need a Multi-Purpose End Mill

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Lower your costs and improve your productivity with Seco Tool's newly expanded Niagara Cutter™ family of multipurpose 5-flute solid end mills.

Metalworking

Tools and Tips to Tackle Inconel Machining—And Come Out on Top

Work hardening, built-up-edge, chipping and downright destruction of cutting tools are among the challenges involved in machining Inconel, a common but misunderstood alloy. Here are some tips on how to avoid them.

Machining

Understanding the Benefits of Circle Segment Cutters

For manufacturers willing to make the investment, circle segment cutting can reduce cycle times and increase tool life of certain CNC jobs. Here’s what you need to know.

Milling

Unleashing the Power of Cutting-Edge Milling Techniques

With more powerful milling tools available today than ever before, the big question facing machinists is how best to combine them to increase productivity, reduce cycle times, and improve tool life and surface finish.

Milling

VIDEO: 6 Essential Tips for Optimized Roughing

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Achieving the best possible results with the optimized roughing strategy requires adhering to a few specific guidelines.

 

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