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A practical way to increase throughput without adding equipment Every additional setup adds time, cost, and risk to a part. When a keyway or internal spline requires moving the part to a secondary machine, the production process becomes longer and more complex. Parts must be handled again, re-indicated, and re-verified.
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CNC Broach Tools – Experimental Spline G-code Program Generator
The programming code used to build CNC Broach Tool’s Spline G code Program Generator is Proprietary and Patent Pending CNC Broach Tools G-code Program Generator V2 Toggle Fullscreen Find more useful Programming info below: ⚠️ USE WITH CAUTION: BETA VERSION – This Spline Program Generator is currently in testing and
Cutting Keyways in Heat-Treated and Defense-Grade Alloys
What changes when material hardness increases Cutting a keyway in mild steel is one thing. Cutting the same feature in heat-treated alloy or a defense-grade material is another. As hardness increases, so do cutting forces, tool wear, and the risk of poor surface finish. Shops working in aerospace, maritime, and
Did You Know Broaching Tools Are Referred to as Slotting Tools in the EU?
Understanding terminology differences that affect quoting and tooling conversations If you work with international customers, suppliers, or machine tool documentation, you may notice that broaching tools are not always called broaching tools. In many parts of Europe, especially in technical documentation and machine manuals, these tools are often referred to
Can You Broach a Keyway in a Blind Hole?
What makes it possible and what to watch out for Blind holes have always been one of the biggest challenges when it comes to internal keyways. Traditional broaching methods rely on pull-through tools, which require clearance beyond the feature. If the bore stops short, those methods simply do not work.
What Is Broaching Keyways on a Lathe?
A simple way to cut internal keyways without moving the part Keyways are one of the most common internal features in machined parts, but for years, shops had to rely on secondary equipment like slotters, broach presses, or wire EDM to get them done. That meant extra setups, longer lead
What Are the Benefits of Broaching In-House?
Cut costs, reduce delays, and take full control of your production process Sending parts out for broaching adds risk, delays, and extra cost to your operation. Shops that bring broaching in-house don’t just save time. They improve quality control, increase margins, and become more competitive. Shops that make the switch
CNC broaching Blind Splines
Blind splines are internal splines cut inside a bore that does not pass completely through a part. Because the tool cannot exit the back of the hole, blind splines require careful planning, proper clearance, and accurate programming. With the right approach, CNC machines can produce blind splines reliably using a
CNC Broaching Blind Keyways
Blind keyways are keyways machined inside a bore that does not pass completely through the part. Because the tool cannot exit out the back of the hole, blind keyways require proper planning, relief, and programming to avoid insert damage and to produce a clean, consistent slot. CNC broaching makes it
Is CNC Broaching Bad for Your Mill or Lathe?
It’s a common question among machinists new to broaching on CNC machines: will broaching damage my mill or lathe? The concern is understandable. Traditional broaching is known for heavy cutting forces and specialized equipment, so the idea of broaching inside a CNC can sound risky. The truth is that when