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  1. 02-04-2021, 03:58 PM #1
    LLH4845
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    Using Form Tools on Citizen M32 Swiss Machine

    As we transitioned from screw machines to swiss machines, I find it very difficult to get people to consider using form tools on the swiss. The claim is that they "do not work". I am having a tough time understanding why the machine is not capable of using form tools. What is your experience with his subject/process?
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  2. 02-04-2021, 06:28 PM #2
    hacdlux
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    Re: Using Form Tools on Citizen M32 Swiss Machine

    A groove tool is a form tool, a threading tool is a form tool,

    I use step drills and form reamers semi regularly, and I do have a few jobs where I use external form tools

    Most of the time I can single point a profile faster because I can run higher rpms that a form tool can take, but if there is narrow/steep grooves the form tool will win


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