SecoÂs recently-introduced new, next-generation Duratomic® insert technology is proving itself up and down the country amongst precision component manufacturers and cutting tool distributors and dealers looking for the latest and most innovative and productive turning solutions.
Typical of the response and reaction to the new Duratomic® insert grades is a leading tooling and cutting tool distributor located in the South West who, in a recent machining trial, put SecoÂs Duratomic® TP2501 grade through its paces.
Explains SecoÂs Area Business Manager, Tony Butterworth:
ÂThe TP2501 grade was used to machine a large precipitated stainless steel component. The new grade was benchmarked against a competitor product (insert) under the same test conditions using the same cutting data (e.g. speed rate  120m/min; feed rate  0.32mm/rev; depth of cut  3mm).Â
To machine the part using the competitor product required a total of three insert edges to be used. However, with the new TP2501 grade the part was machined to completion using just one edge  a significant improvement in insert edge productivity and one that represents a considerable reduction in the cost-per-part.
Says Tony Butterworth:
ÂTP2501 is an incredibly tough and wear resistant grade that improves productivity, performance and process reliability. The grade has been designed to machine a wide range of steels where unstable machining conditions exist, and where heavy-duty, interrupted cuts are the norm."
