Is it possible to do knurling with a mini mill? I may need to do it on a round piece after shaping in a 4th axis operation, mounted in a rotary table. What about using the diamond pattern on a flat surface? Comments.
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10-01-2006, 02:24 PM #1
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10-01-2006, 06:30 PM #2
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If you are planning to hold the knurling tool in a collet, be advised that the bearings (if held stationary) in a mill are TOTALLY unsuited as providing backup support if you plan to the spindle as a bench press to force the knurl into the part. Too much risk of brinnelling the bearings if you apply a huge load while they are stationary.
A 4th axis spindle might be able to support the load but not the mill spindle bearings.
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10-02-2006, 03:10 AM #3
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No, take it to the lathe .
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10-02-2006, 04:06 AM #4
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With a 60 degree vee cutter you should be able to cut a knurl on either a round piece held in a 4th axis or on a flat surface; diamond, square or straight.
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10-03-2006, 12:04 PM #5
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Thank guys.I guess I'll stick to the lathe.
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