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High performance end mills
24 March 2014
SGS Carbide Tool (UK) will launch its new Series 33 range of high performance 3-flute end mills for difficult materials and challenging applications at MACH 2014

The new product series is launched in support of the company's on-going commitment to high performance tooling and continuous improvement. Visitors will receive technical details and performance data detailing how the Series 33 tools can be applied to challenging machining operations.
EU Managing Director, Alan Pearce, explains the three technical advantages offered by the new Series 33: "A stepped core design provides optimal chip control and rigidity when the flute is completely engaged; a unique geometry has been engineered with variable helix and pitch configuration to provide chatter and vibration suppression. Finally, symmetrical end gashing offers superior balance combined with a high level of strength and ramping capabilities,” he says.
Available with a corner radius, the new Series 33 end mills are suitable for aggressive ramping, pocketing and slotting of materials such as stainless steel, titanium and Inconel. The open structure at the axial end accommodates chip material flow and reduces the loading during machining operations on aerospace structural components, medical implants and devices, as well as high performance automotive and motorsport components.
The new tool series was developed using the latest in engineering design and grinding capabilities and is available with Ti-NAMITE-A, said to be the most abrasive resistant SGS coating for superior wear, built-up edge resistance and increased tool life.
"Leading UK companies involved in the motorsport, medical and aerospace industry sectors look to SGS for solutions. Not only are they machining difficult materials, but they also need performance levels that will keep them profitable, retain tight control on geometric form and provide an exceptional surface finish. Our cutting tool range has been developed to meet and even exceed these demands, and the benefits they offer are now available to general engineering companies looking for performance more from their cutting tools,” concludes Alan Pearce. Stand 4210