Hi guys,
I'm looking to attempt my first thread milling on some small parts that I need to make. They will be threaded 1/4-40 both on internal and external surfaces approximately 1/2 inch deep. These are mating parts in 4140 normalized steel.
Thread milling seems to be the way to go and I've never done it. I looked at both multi-tooth and single tooth cutters and I would really appreciate your collective input on the merits or faults of each.
I know that there are some threads on the subject here already and I will review them as I get into this. Right now I am just looking for suggestions as to which cutters I should order to get them in-hand. I'm probably going to use MSC if that helps.
While I'm at it, if you've got a recommendation for engraving cutters suitable for a 3K RPM spindle machine, I could use that information too!
Thanks!
Joe
I'm looking to attempt my first thread milling on some small parts that I need to make. They will be threaded 1/4-40 both on internal and external surfaces approximately 1/2 inch deep. These are mating parts in 4140 normalized steel.
Thread milling seems to be the way to go and I've never done it. I looked at both multi-tooth and single tooth cutters and I would really appreciate your collective input on the merits or faults of each.
I know that there are some threads on the subject here already and I will review them as I get into this. Right now I am just looking for suggestions as to which cutters I should order to get them in-hand. I'm probably going to use MSC if that helps.
While I'm at it, if you've got a recommendation for engraving cutters suitable for a 3K RPM spindle machine, I could use that information too!
Thanks!
Joe