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Achieving Tight Tolerances with a Micro Reamer

A well-designed micro reamer can produce finished holes with a tolerance as tight as 0.0002 in. The...

The Difference with American Made Carbide Cutting Tools

We work and shop in a global marketplace. The cotton t-shirt you’re wearing, for example, might...

Identify Wear on Precision Cutting Tools for Improved Performance

Understanding how a tool wears can provide valuable clues that may lead to improved performance....

Comparing Standard vs. Custom Tools

Machining operations require tough, durable carbide cutting tools that perform each job perfectly...

End Mill Optimization to Make Micro Tools Last Longer

When it comes to cutting tools, nearly everyone would like to get more for their money, and...

Selecting the Right Tool Coating

Adding coating to cutting tools is very common within the machining industry. Select the right...

Benefits of a Blanket Purchase Order for Carbide Cutting Tools

Are supply chain issues creating chaos? Need pricing stability on the cutting tools you count on...

Tool Tips for Machining Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is designed to handle harsh conditions—from seawater, to acids, to bio-corrosion...

Bucking the Trend: We Offer Short Lead Times for Custom Cutting Tools

Time is money in machining. When your equipment is down or you don’t have the cutting tools you...

Custom Cutting Tools Can Help Optimize CNC Machining

Perhaps the best way to optimize your CNC performance is to use tools custom made for the operation...