YG-1, Vernon Hills, Illinois, has added SV-Point spade drill inserts to its product line. The inserts provide longer tool life at higher spindle speeds and feeds than conventional spade drills, according to the company.
SV-Point spade drill inserts are appropriate for a wide range of applications and materials including steel, stainless steel and cast iron. Product features include:
- H-Coating for high heat and wear resistance
- Sinusoidal thinning edge for smooth cutting and improved centering
- Positive rake angle for improved hole finish
- Low thrust force – excellent option for underpowered machines
- Three material options:
- Super Cobalt (T15) For improved tool life and performance over standard HSS inserts – size range: 9.5mm to 114.3mm
- Premium Cobalt (M48) Extended tool life over T15 in harder materials – size range: 9.5mm to 114.3mm
- Carbide C5 (P40) For longer tool life and faster speeds & feeds in rigid setups – size range: 9.5mm to 47.6mm
