End Mill Grade Features Advanced Wear, Oxidation Resistance
Moldmakers can expect easier wear identification and longer machining capabilities using Kennametal’s latest KCSM15A solid carbide end mills.
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Kennametal Inc. has added an efficient new cutting tool to its portfolio of solid carbide end mills, featuring enhanced wear and oxidation resistance. It is designed with a distinctive PVD coating technology that is reported to deliver extended tool life for job shops machining stainless steel, titanium and other high-temperature alloys for aerospace, energy, transportation, mold and die and general engineering industries.
The KCSM15A solid end milling grade features a new copper color design for easier wear identification, enabling improved tool life observation and reconditioning management. Enhanced process stability and minimized edge buildup allows the KCSM15A to level up a moldmaker’s machining operations, according to the company.
Available platforms include Harvi III, Harvi III Aerospace, Harvi II Long and RSM II.
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