Sandvik Coromant releases new range of tool holders

Sandvik Coromant has introduced a range of new insert geometries and customized tool holders that feature fixed nozzles for coolant jet flow. This helps ensure that coolant gets right to the centre of the cutting zone.

By focusing on the cutting zone a wedge of coolant is produced that efficiently removes the heat from the cutting zone and forms the chip. Thus, two benefits are improved chip control and longer tool life, which contribute to secure, predictable machining and help prevent machine stoppages.

Increased productivity can even be achieved in tricky applications and in materials, which are difficult to machine, regardless of the pressure you use.

At higher coolant pressures, above ~30 bars (435 psi), the new insert geometry collects the coolant jets to form an even, powerful wedge that breaks the chips, cools the insert and improves the insert tool life.

Until now the technology had primarily been a solution for customers using quick change with Coromant Capto, SL- and QS holding systems. Now, the same technology can be applied with general shank tools, making it possible for everyone working with wet machining to use this coolant solution, even in small lathes.