Cutting Tool Materials Characteristics

Cutting Tool Materials Characteristics Points : Cutting Tool Materials Characteristics Perfect cutting tool material should posses the following characteristics.

1. It should retain its strength and hardness at elevated temperature.
2. It should have high toughness to washstand shock and vibration and to prevent breakage.
3. It should be low co-efficient of friction for less wear and better surface finish.
4. Tool material be cheap, easily manufactured at reasonable price and easily re grind.
5. Tool material and shank material should be a close as possible to avoid cracking.