For manufacturers that witness the scourge of stringy swarf when using small boring tools to machine materials such as unleaded brass or aluminium, Floyd Automatic Tooling is introducing the UK market to a new addition to the Ifanger MicroTurn internal boring system.

The new Ifanger MicroTurn is available in two different types: the MicroTurn MTEP for rough internal turning and boring; and the MicroTurn MTEF for finishing operations. Each of the designations comes in three product length ratios of 2xD, 3xD and 5xD that presents tools from 26 to 53 mm in length. Supplied with a through-coolant facility, the MicroTurn series is available with a 4 or 6 mm diameter solid-carbide shank that minimises vibration while enhancing strength, longevity, tool life and performance.

Ifanger’s MicroTurn MTEP for roughing is available in diameters from 2.5 to 6 mm diameter, enabling manufacturers to efficiently machine bores and intricate internal features from 2.5 mm diameter and upwards with high productivity levels. To achieve even greater results when machining non-ferrous alloys, Ifanger can offer the MicroTurn series with an optional diamond-like coating (DLC) that can ramp up productivity and tool life performance on a host of materials.

Complementing the MicroTurn MTEP for roughing is the MTEF for finish turning. The geometry of the MTEF presents high-quality surface finishes and performance when conducting turning operations on small bores. To maximise performance on the smallest and most detailed bores from 1 to 2.2 mm diameter, the MTEF has a sharp edge for high precision while tools from 2.5 to 6 mm incorporate a 0.05 mm corner radius to prolong tool life and reliability.
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