Recently purchased for the first time 2 1/2 inch round rod of 1144. Saw on various threads about its machine ability. Using my old and small King 10x24 lathe, to my surprise went through two carbide tipped machining tool bits. I have a couple tool holders that use separate inserts, did not work that good. Little by little hot things to the size I needed using lots of cutting fluid. Came time to cut off, and could not use my hss T cut off blade, would instantly bind. Took the piece over to the old Boyer Schultz, and over about an hour proceeded to go through two .060 reinforced cut off wheels, but finally got it cut off. So question is what kind of cutters do I use to machine 1144 the best, and best way to cut off? Tried c2, c6 and k21 (I think) all worked with very small cuts each time. I have two holders that use inserts, what kind of insert might be recommended?
Thanks Todd
Thanks Todd