The latest solid-carbide cutter from Ceratizit features patent-pending geometry that delivers fibre compression across the entire length of MonsterMill FRP CR mills when producing parts from carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP). Thanks to this maximum utilisation of the cutting edge, Ceratizit says that tooling costs and programming times reduce, while tool life increases.

When machining CFRPs, cutting tools must withstand high levels of abrasion and deliver optimum quality. In comparison with conventional routers featuring a fixed compression zone, the left- and right-hand helix on each cutting edge of the MonsterMill FRP CR form criss-cross pattern cuts that eliminate any pulling up or pushing down of the component when under cut.

Regular left and right-hand cuts on each cutting edge, and the accompanying fibre compression across the entire cutting length, result in the clean removal of fibres in all directions without damaging the component, reports Ceratizit, which greatly reduces delamination and projecting fibres. Also, depending on component thickness and the fixture, it is possible to use MonsterMill FRP CR multiple times as fibre compression is present across the entire cutting length, thus maximising the tool’s full flute length. This capability gives the customer the opportunity to lower costs.

Other benefits of MonsterMill FRP CR include reduced time and effort spent on programming for shaped components. When compared with a conventional router featuring a fixed compression zone, no zone on the component aligns with the MonsterMill FRP CR for the milling and profiling of shaped parts.

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