On 2008-10-29, Paul Hovnanian P.E. wrote:
I've been reading a few things (mainly catalogs) to select some cutting
tools. I'm particularly interested in sets of carbide insert tool
holders.

Does anyone have any links to resources for various standard tool
(insert) dimensions, including rake angles, front clearances, etc. (all
the good buzzwords I've been picking up in preparation for picking up a
lathe).

Get a copy of MSC's catalog "the Big Book", which includes
tables from at least two makers of inserts in the introduction to the
carbide insert portion of the catalog.

You might also find the same information on their web site, or
on the web sites of the makers (like Valenite.)

I've seen references to designators like "CCMT 06" inserts, but I don't
know what the specs on those are, or what particular metals/operations
they would be suited for.

It is all in those tables.

Good Luck,
DoN.

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