Ceramic Turning Grade Offers Alternative to PcBN
Kennametals’ KYHK15B grade reportedly provides greater depth of cut capabilities than PcBN inserts when machining hardened steel, high-temperature alloys and cast iron.
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Kennametal introduces its latest ceramic turning grade, KYHK15B, designed to deliver increased productivity and lower cost per edge in hard turning operations. The new grade reportedly provides greater depth of cut capabilities than PcBN inserts when machining hardened steel, high-temperature alloys and cast iron, as well as maximum tool life and wear resistance for demanding turning applications.
According to the company, KYHK15B provides excellent edge stability, high chipping resistance and a physical vapor deposition (PVD) gold coating that makes identification of wear progression very easy. KYHK15B is designed to be an economic alternative to PcBN inserts.
KYHK15B builds on an existing line of high-performance ceramic turning grades, providing manufacturers a productive solution for hard turning applications even in varying or heavy depths of cut.
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