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Maintenance of milling tools


Release time:

2025-03-04

In the metalworking and machinery manufacturing fields, milling is a crucial process that uses a rotating cutting tool to remove excess material from a workpiece to achieve the desired shape, size, and precision.

Good maintenance can extend the service life of milling tools and improve processing efficiency. Daily maintenance includes:

 

1. Regularly check the tool wear and replace worn blades or entire tools in a timely manner.

2. Clean the tools, removing chips and oil generated during cutting to prevent corrosion and blockage.

3. Store correctly, avoiding impacts, moisture, or high temperatures.

4. For indexable inserts, they should be correctly installed and adjusted according to the instruction manual, maintaining good contact between the insert and the tool body.

 

In summary, as an important component in machining, the reasonable selection, correct use, and scientific maintenance of milling tools are crucial for improving processing quality and efficiency. With the continuous advancement of manufacturing technology, new milling tool materials and designs are constantly emerging, bringing more possibilities to the metal processing industry. As practitioners, we should continuously pay attention to industry trends, master new technologies, and continuously improve our professional skills.