Notes When Selecting the Tool Body

Modular Holder

To ensure sufficient clamping rigidity, select a modular holder with the largest possible shank size.

Modular Blade (1)

If there is no restriction for use, select the largest modular blade for the same shank size.

Modular Blade (2)

Select the shortest possible blade suitable for the application.

Modular Blade (3)

Select the shortest possible blade suitable for the application.

Notes When Setting the Tool

Setting of Cutting Edge Height

<Grooving/Cross-feed machining>
Set the cutting edge height to ±.004" parallel to the central axis.

<Cutting off>
Set the cutting edge height to 0 – +.008" parallel to the central axis.

Tool Body Setting Angle

Set the insert perpendicular to the central axis.

Overhang

When setting the tool, ensure that the overhang is as short as possible and avoid the step difference part as above figure shows.