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Semitruck suspension components: ALVAN Reamer
Code
9906
The Challenge
Some things are worth the wait, but you shouldn’t have to wait for process-improving cutting tools. Our customer who machines semitruck suspension components was concerned with the lead time on the competitor reamers used in their current process. However, they wanted to maintain hole quality and surface finish when reaming in nodular iron.
The ALVAN cutting ring reamer was the solution for them. Not only did they get the lead times they were looking for, but they also experienced increased tool life and lower cost per hole while maintaining hole quality.
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| Product: | ALVAN Cutting Ring Reamer |
| Objectives: | (1) Maintain hole quality (2) Better lead time |
| Industry: | Transportation |
| Part: | Semitruck suspension components |
| Material: | Nodular iron |
| Hole Ø: | 2.076" (52.7304 mm) |
| Hole Depth: | 4.00" (101.60 mm) |
The Solution
ALVAN Cutting Ring Reamer
- AL2TLHI10008
| Measure | Competitor Reamer | ALVAN Reamer |
|---|---|---|
| RPM | 200 | 200 |
| Speed | 109 SFM (33.223 m/min) | 109 SFM (33.223 m/min) |
| Feed Rate | 0.045 IPR (1.143 mm/rev) | 0.045 IPR (1.143 mm/rev) |
| Penetration Rate | 9 IPM (228.6 mm/min) | 9 IPM (228.6 mm/min) |
| Cycle Time | 27 sec | 27 sec |
| Tool Life | 300 holes | 500 holes |
| Lead Time | 8-10 weeks | 5-6 weeks |
The Advantages
The ALVAN cutting ring reamer provided:
- 66% tool life increase
- Decreased cost per hole
- Improved lead time