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20/11/2008 Saves precious time - the new blade system for parting and grooving from CERATIZIT MSS-SX is synonymous with easy handling and reduced tool setting time

The blade system from carbide specialist CERATIZIT features an innovative clamping system that allows inserts to be locked into position, using the supplied tool, from either side of the blade, making it suitable for a variety of machine tool configurations. This tool is located in the two location points and is used, initially, to open the insert seat prior to the insert being positioned. The reverse movement of the tool then causes the seat to clamp the insert precisely and securely.

In creating the insert pocket for the MSS-SX system, CERATIZIT employed finite element analysis (FEM) to ensure the optimum insert seat and clamping system was created. The result is a guarantee of perfect insert seating every time, along with consistent positioning of the insert to eliminate time-consuming adjustments after an insert is changed. Furthermore, the retaining system ensures good insert security under the most arduous of cutting conditions. The tool is not only suitable for parting and grooving, but also for longitudinal turning. The final outcome is a parting and grooving system that provides functionality and handling but with maximum stability under unfavourable cutting conditions. Tilting of the insert or even a loss of the insert are therefore finally things of the past.

Laser-etched scaling for simple setting
The final outcome is a parting and grooving system that provides functionality and handling but with maximum stability under cutting conditions. This functionality is enhanced by the addition of laser-etched scaling applied to the cutter blade, which makes adjusting of the cut length simple and accurate. “This visual and indelible mark provides an easy reference for the user,” says Vince Kelly, CERAIZIT's Managing Director. “While the use of the blade toolholder system significantly increases the application range of the MSS-SX, without losing any efficiency, strength or precision.“