Iscar tech talk - iscar's heli-grip inserts for machining aluminum alloys

After conducting extensive studies and diverse testing on grooving and turning aluminum alloys, ISCAR introduces new positive ground and polished inserts designated GRIP-A. The new A-type chipformer is optimized for machining aluminum alloys. It is evident that feed rate is the most significant factor affecting surface roughness followed by cutting speed and depth of cut. Minimum surface roughness is obtained when low feed rate and low cutting speed are employed with coolant. ISCAR's GRIP A inserts can machine under stringent machining conditions and prove excellent results for machining parts in the automotive, aerospace and medical industries. The new inserts can be clamped on standard HELI-GRIP tools and are suitable for external, internal and face grooving operations. The new inserts feature: • Precision ground, double-ended inserts. • Positive rake inserts with a sharp cutting edge that ensure low cutting forces and a soft cut. • Polished insert top rake for preventing built up edges. • The unique helical shape of the insert enables to machine deep grooves without touching the workpiece with its rear cutting edge. • An effective A-type chipformer designed for optimized chip control in a wide range of cutting conditions. • Designed for machining aluminum alloys but can also be used for machining other nonferrous materials. • Available in square and full radius geometries in 3, 4, 5 and 6mm widths. • Inserts are available in an uncoated IC07 grade. ISCAR's new GRIP-A insert is a first-choice grade for roughing and finishing aluminum alloys. This uncoated carbide grade features a unique combination of excellent abrasive wear resistance and edge sharpness. I would like to remind you to download the ISCAR World app which features the revolutionary NEO-ITA for achieving optimal machining results. https://www.iscar.com/newarticles.aspx/countryid/1/newarticleid/2978 #ISCAR; #Grooving; #Turning; #HELIGRIP; #Chipformer