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1193 Silmax improves milling Higher productivity and longer tool life
Business cases / ID: sxcp-BC-0001
Details
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HPCTool 1193 F11930G01000001
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Material 42CrMo4 Alloy Steels, Tool Steels (600-850 R N/mm²)
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Machining Contour Finishing Milling -
Industry Automotive
Challenge
In the automotive sector, every component must meet the highest standards of precision and cost. An automotive customer challenged us to reduce CPC (Cost Per Component) and increase tool life in finish contouring of a casting made of 42CrMo4.
Results
Thanks to our in-house testing activities, we optimized the machining parameters and achieved outstanding results.
+155%
MRR
-77.8%
Cycle Time
4×
From 150 parts to 800 parts machined
↓
Significant CPC reduction
A result that shows how Silmax innovation and know-how can turn challenges into competitive advantages.
| Test data excerpt | Current | Test | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z | Number of flutes | 4 | 5 ↑ | ||
| D | Cutting diameter [mm] | 10 | 10 | ||
| F | Feed [mm/min] | 150 | 382 ↑ | ||
| Q | Chip volume [cm³/min] | 1.80 | 4.60 ↑ | ||
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