The continuously varying, asymmetrical geometry of the Stabilizer 2.0 sends chips flying fast.
In a perfect world, machine tools would send chips flying at an infinite rate, never succumbing to wear, while providing a great surface finish every time.
However, in the real world, manufacturers can either have a high removal rate and low tool life, or vice versa.
In the video above, we discuss how new solid carbide endmills are making a comeback with JL Ball, product manager for solid endmills at Niagara Cutter.
“To increase removal rate and productivity, Niagara Cutter has released the Stabilizer 2.0,” said Ball.
“This new Stabilizer design has a flute cavity where chips can go to increase removal rate. The tool also has a continuously varying asymmetrical geometry. What this means is that the helix, the rake and the radial relief all constantly change throughout the entire tool.”
Carbide as a material for tools is losing popularity in the machining industry, but the geometry of the Stabilizer 2.0 is the key. This solid carbide tool’s unique design eliminates chatter and vibration, which in turn lengthens tool life, Ball explained.
Additionally, with accelerated chip evacuation, more coolant is necessary for stainless steel and super alloy applications – although the tool can be run dry in steel applications.
“We actually have two series of the Stabilizer 2.0,” Ball explained. “One is going STR430.2, which is for steels and cast irons, and then we have the STR440.2HT, which is for high temperature alloys.”
To properly cut cast irons, an AlTiN coating for increased thermal and abrasion resistance is applied to the Stabilizer 2.0.
“In marketing, we’re pushing about 2 times faster feed rate, but we’re able to go faster than that,” Ball said.
“With carbon steels, we’ve been able to push the removal rate of Stabilizer 2.0 four-and-a-half times faster than what the current stabilizer can run at. With stainless steels and titanium, we’ve been able to run it about three-and-a-half times faster.”
For more information about the Stabilizer 2.0, watch the video above and visit the Niagara Cutter website.
