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Thanks for the vote of confidence! Should you need any help or questions arise, feel free to ask us.

Scott @ GenSwiss

Pete,

Just putting it out there that GenSwiss has a repair service for that spindle unit series. No obligation estimates provided once we evaluate the spindle's parts requirements.
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Hi Bob, Scott@GenSwiss here.

I cant publish pricing on here but I did see one user mentioning that they had to scrap a $250 part because of a tool change...
I CAN say that if a Ti-Loc end mill...

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GenSwiss, a leading source for tools, accessories and assistance for Swiss machining, has introduced the Multidec®-Lube tool clamp system...

This was the fifth IMTS I had the opportunity to display at as an exhibitor. It was the most active and upbeat by far. Lots of positive attitude from the attendees. Hopefully a good sign for the...

@ Will Ritter

I am sorry you had trouble with the UTILIS products. I don't see any open history here that I can refer to see what it is you were working on. If you want to give me a call I'd be...

The way you're currently broaching the job is the cheapest and easiest way of doing so when you have to time the broached profile to other features on the part. It can be tougher on the machinery...

I'm sure you've had many prints come across your desk for quoting that required some form of a internal profile or drive feature. Perhaps you've passed on these opportunities simply because you didnt...

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GenSwiss announces immediate availability of the "Coolant Thru" line of coolant through tool holders featuring delivery through the shank providing optimal...

A full profile true Swiss-style threading insert might do the trick here and certainly is a lot less expensive than a dedicated head or special attachment. Full profile inserts should generate...

REDUCE WORKMANS COMP CLAIMS! REDUCES MACHINE OPERATOR INJURY! WORKS WITH ANY EXISTING 'ER' STYLE TOOL HOLDER!
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Depending on material and depth of cut, you may be able to rotary broach that form. It will save a ton of cycle time over milling pending the hex doesnt need to be clocked to other features on the...

Updated video showing the Swiss Straddle Knurling holder in an actual production setting: YouTube - CNC Swiss Lathe Straddle Knurling Demonstration - GenSwiss

GenSwiss rebuilds Citizen OEM spindles as well as aftermaket PCM Swiss spindles. Email [email protected]

Here is a knurl I Just did in a manual chucker lathe using the GenSwiss straddle knurl.
The holder and dies were fed axially onto the preturned blank stock at as constant of a feed as my imperfect...

I understand this is an old topic, however it does not appear to have been resolved with any form of relevant information.

"Clocking" a rotary broach in a Swiss machine is relatively easy, it...

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Here is a good video showing how chips flow and accumulate during the rotary broaching process.

YouTube - Rotary Broaching Demonstration - How It Works - GenSwiss

The larger the...

Some data I found out there for single point turning Monel:

Roughing - 0.15" depth, 0.015"/rev feed -175 SFM
Finishing - 0.025" depth, 0.007"/rev feed - 200 SFM

I havent tried these values...

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GenSwiss has introduced the GenBore® ID Triple Tool Holder that adds three ID tool stations in place of a...

UTILIS makes a full profile single point insert that would be your best shot at cutting that fine thread.

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You can rotary broach in a mill or a lathe generally using the same broaching equipment. Some examples of specialized milling attachments are shown here. The most common ones are CAT40 or CAT 50...

You CAN Rotary Broach this form, however the flat bottom aspect will be a problem as someone has already pointed out. You do need room for chip accumulation or you will break tools or stall the...

I had some old sales literature in my files.

Here ya go. This was from 1989
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Give me a call if you need help with tooling. www.genswiss.com

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Visit www.genswiss.com for additional information on various cutting oil formulas available.

Genevieve Swiss Industries, Inc., offers new...

depending on the make and model of your machine, Genswiss may have a high speed attachment that will help get your SFM where it needs to be.

www.genswiss.com/swissmachines.htm

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Genevieve Swiss is proud to announce the expansion of the UTILIS Multidec-CUT1600 line of Swiss cutting tools for CNC Swiss-Type Machines, Lathes and Screw...

UTILIS offers an insert with a ZERO RADIUS tool nose for problems like this. The edges are also peripherally ground producing a very sharp cutting edge. UTILIS calls is the "Multidec-TOP"

Check...

I'm pretty sure the adaptive GB system can accommodate +/- .004" variation in the bar stock.

I have had success cutting that material with a UTILIS "Multidec-TOP" insert from Genswiss

The designation I used was:
VPXT 1003035 ER TOP UHM20 HPX - .35mm TNR with wiper geometry and HPX...