When machining trailer hitch components in 303 stainless steel, our customer was experiencing sporadic failures after 1500 inches. Because the load meter was not indicating an issue, the tool would blow up. Wanting a more dependable solution that also provided longer tool life, they contacted us for the solution.
The GEN3SYS XT Pro and ISO-specific "M" geometry insert with AM460 coating, known for its industry-leading tool life, toughness, and wear resistance, provided the results they were looking for. Not only were the catastrophic failures eliminated, but they also saw a significant increase in tool life.
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| Product: |
GEN3SYS XT Pro |
| Objective: |
(1) Eliminate sporadic catastrophic failures
(2) Increase tool life |
| Industry: |
General machining |
| Part: |
Trailer hitch component |
| Material: |
303 stainless steel |
| Hole Ø: |
0.6300" (16.00 mm) |
| Hole Depth: |
2.4000" (60.96 mm) |
| Tolerance: |
+/- 0.0050” (0.13 mm) |
The GEN3SYS XT Pro High Penetration Drilling System
- Holder, 5xD: HXT0516S-075F
- Insert, (M) stainless steel geometry: XTM16-16.00
| Measure |
Competitor Drill |
GEN3SYS XT Pro |
| RPM |
1500 |
1690 |
| Speed |
247 SFM (75.29 m/min) |
280 SFM (85.34 m/min) |
| Feeds Rate |
0.0080 IPR (0.20 mm/rev) |
0.0071 IPR (0.18 mm/rev) |
| Penetration Rate |
12.00 IPM (304.8 mm/min) |
12.00 IPM (304.8 mm/min) |
| Cycle Time |
12 sec |
12 sec |
| Tool Life |
915 holes |
1480 holes |
The AM460 coated GEN3SYS XT Pro drill insert for use in stainless steels provided:
- Eliminated catastrophic failures
- 62% tool life increase