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Thread turning

 
 
Thread turning is a demanding operation where good chip control, consistent tool life, and consistent component quality can be
di cult to achieve.

The thread turning tool makes a number of passes to generate a thread on the workpiece. By dividing the full cutting depth of
the thread into a series of small cuts, the sensitive nose radius of the insert is not overloaded.

External thread turning

External thread turning is often easier and less demanding on the tool than internal thread turning, and there are a number of
di erent methods that can be used to achieve the desired results.

To consider for external thread turning:

The feed rate must be equal to the pitch of the thread

Choose an adequate number of thread cutting passes and depth of cuts
Chip formation to avoid chips clogging around the tool and/or component
Avoid vibration caused by long tool overhangs and slender components
Tool alignment and center height

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Internal thread turning

Internal thread turning is more demanding than external thread turning due to the high need of e cient chip evacuation and the
fact that the tools often need to be longer and more slender.

To consider for internal thread turning:

Chip evacuation, especially in blind holes, is helped by using left-hand tools for right-hand threads, and vice versa
(pull threading). However, this also creates a higher risk of insert movement
Use modi ed ank infeed to generate a spiral chip, which is easy to guide toward the entry of the bore
Choose an adequate number of thread cutting passes and depth of cuts
Avoid vibration caused by long tool overhangs
Tool alignment and center height
If a long tool is needed for reach, use a carbide or dampened tool to minimize vibrations

Tool alignment and center height is

important for a good threading process
 

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