PCD vs. PCBN: Choosing the Right Cutting Edge for Maximum Performance In precision machining, the right tool material is more than just a detail—it’s the deciding factor between an average job and flawless results. Among the most advanced cutting tool materials in the world, Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) and Polycrystalline Cubic Boron Nitride (PCBN) stand out. […]
BUY 3 GET 1 FREE of equal or lesser value reference promo code: EC24 Promotion valid thru 12-31-2024 Endurance Compression Series Promotion The newly released Endurance Compression Series is the latest to join LMT Onsrud’s lineup of compression spiral tooling. The unique coating extends tool life, and the optimized geometry aids in achieving maximum productivity […]
MDF can be cut on a CNC router to create clean, smooth, and consistent shapes and sizes. Here are some tips for cutting MDF with a CNC router: Chip load ShopBot recommends a chip load of 0.003, which is the thickness of the material that the end mill removes with each bite. Bits Solid carbide […]
SlimFIT Extended Reach Collet Chucks SlimFIT is the best collet-based system for cutting tool shanks from 3/32″ up to 1/4″ (3mm-6mm) when cutting at extended lengths or when clearance is required. SlimFIT collets are longer and more powerful than ER collets and provide better accuracy and performance for small diameter cutting tools. Advantages of SlimFIT […]
Diamond Drills for Composites: The Power of Precision and Durability The world of composites is expansive and ever-evolving. As materials get tougher, the tools to handle them need to evolve as well. One such tool that has proven its mettle in recent years is the diamond drill. Famed for their durability, sharpness, and precision, […]
Need a Custom Tool? Check out this Custom High Speed Steel Step Drill we made. It is ALTIN Coated, Cylindrically Ground for Guidance in a Bushing, Has 3 Flats on Shank, & a Positive Depth Stop. Contact General Cutting Tools Today for a Custom Tool for Your Manufacturing Needs.
Discover the Precision of General Cutting Tools: Elevate Your Craft with Our Moulding Knives! Crafting impeccable moldings can transform an ordinary piece of wood into a work of art. But to achieve that, you need the right tool by your side. Enter the moulding knives from General Cutting Tools – your ultimate partner in woodworking […]
Our customer Columbia Metal Spinning contacted us about these damaged drill bits. They wanted to repair & recondition these drill bits to be usable again. We removed the damaged portion of the drill tips and ground them back to a like new factory condition. We picked up and delivered the drill bits from their location […]
Automation has made in-house regrinding of cutting tools more accessible. A measurement cycle adjusts the tool path in grinding operations to simplify and automate regrinding. As a result of automation, which includes both hardware automation for controlling machine movement and software automation for generating tool paths, systems can perform tasks that were once handled solely […]
