Types of single point cutting tools
Single point cutting tools are used in various machining operations to remove material from a workpiece.
There are several types of single point cutting tools, including:
Turning Tools:
These are used to remove material from the outer diameter of a workpiece. They are also used for facing, boring, and chamfering.
Facing Tools:
These are used for facing operations, which involve cutting a flat surface perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the workpiece.
Parting Tools:
These are used to cut off a section of a workpiece from the main body, typically used in parting-off operations.
Boring Tools:
These are used to enlarge existing holes or create new ones with a higher degree of accuracy and finish.
Grooving Tools:
These are used for creating grooves on the surface of a workpiece.
Threading Tools:
These are used for cutting screw threads on the surface of a workpiece.
Forming Tools:
These are used for creating a specific shape or form on a workpiece, such as creating a contour or radius.
Knurling Tools:
These are used for creating a pattern of small ridges on the surface of a workpiece to increase its grip.
Countersinks:
These are used for creating a tapered recess for a screw or bolt head to sit flush with the surface of the workpiece.
Center Drills:
These are used for drilling a small hole at the center of a workpiece to facilitate the subsequent drilling operation.
Spotting Drills:
These are used for creating a conical depression at the center of a workpiece to guide the subsequent drilling operation.
Engraving Tools:
These are used for creating fine details, lettering, and designs on the surface of a workpiece.
Chamfering Tools:
These are used for creating a bevel or chamfer on the edge of a workpiece to reduce sharpness and prevent damage.
Burnishing Tools:
These are used for smoothing and polishing the surface of a workpiece to improve its finish and dimensional accuracy.
Different materials and machining operations require different types of cutting tools. The selection of the right tool for a specific application depends on several factors, such as the material to be machined, the desired finish, the required tolerances, and the cutting conditions.
Each type of cutting tool has a specific geometry and is designed to work optimally with specific materials and machining operations.