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Rich Mill RM8-X
High helix 45° face milling system with 8-cornered double-side inserts
High helix cutting edge provides low cutting resistance and enhanced stability when taking large depths of cut.
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Alpha Mill
90° End Mill
| Application |
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| Diameters | 10-63mm |
Double core geometry for slotting and profiling, long tool life and best all-round performance
RM8-X
45° Face Mill
| Application |
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| Diameters | 50-125mm |
Best for profiling offering high feed rates and tool stability
Alpha Mill
90° Modular End Mill
| Application |
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| Diameters | 12-40mm |
With 45° chamfer preparation for
added corner protection
Advantages
Stable Tool Life
Improved screw design improves insert clamping
Surface Finish
Advanced minor cutting edge improves surface roughness
Economical Tool
Strong durable double sided insert with 8 cutting edges
Material Versatility
Chip breakers and grades to suit a range of materials
Features
High Performance
Particularly suited to stainless steel machining due to sharp cutting edge
High Helix Insert
Reduces cutting loads and improves surface finish
Reversed Relief Angle
Enhances chipping resistance and prevents premature fracture
Streamlined Holder
Improved holder design improves chip evacuation
RM8-X Inserts
Insert Designation:
SAGX/SNMX
RM8-X inserts are double sided with 8 usable cutting egdes. The high helix geometry provides low cutting resistance.
Chipbreaker Guide
| Chipbreaker | Cutting Edge | Application | Description |
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| ML |  |
Stainless Steel / HRSA's | Chip breaker with low cutting load is ideal for machining hard‑to‑cut materials such as stainless steel, titanium, inconel and hastelloy |
| MM |  |
General Machining | Optimal for milling in general machining conditions |
Grade Guide
| Grade | Chipbreaker | Materials | Features & Benefits | PC3700 | MM | Steels <40 HRC
| Dedicated steel grade for continuous-light interrupted cutting at medium-high surface speeds. Provides advanced performance & maximum efficiency. |
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| PC5300 | MM ML |
Steel <40 HRC
Stainless Steel
HRSA's
Cast Iron
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General PVD coated grade with high toughness for longer tool life. Suitable for light-heavy interrupted cutting at medium-high surface speeds. |
| PC6510 | MM |
Cast Iron
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Specialised grade for multi-purpose milling applications of cast iron. Suitable for continuous-light interrupted cutting at medium-high surface speeds. |
| PC9540 | ML | Stainless Steel |
Dedicated grade for hard to cut stainless steel, PVD oxide film prevents wear caused by high temprature machining. Suitable for medium-heavy interrupted cutting at medium-low surface speeds. |
Application
Material Suitability
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Steel
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Hardened Steel
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Cast Iron
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Possible Machining Methods
Face Milling
Trochoidal Milling
Side Cutting
Slotting
Circular Interpolation