Winsten
Plastic
- Joined
- Aug 29, 2020
I realize there is a lot of room for subjective thoughts here, but who do you suggest for supplying simple, general purpose HSS or Cobalt mill tooling? Does it vary by tool type, i.e. endmill, shell mill, drill... Or even size...
I’m trying to avoid continuing to rely on EBay for my tooling, I’ve run into availability issues recently.
I’m starting a side thing while working at a production shop that doesn’t blink too much at imdividual tool cost.
I’m in Central Texas, but a national supplier with menu pricing would be nice. My primary metrics include lead time, price, quality (probably in that order). Local lead times are great, but having to request a quote and wait for response can really be a drag on my Limited time.
I deal with various materials and geometries, so I won’t be able to narrow down application. (Seems like aluminum and stainless will be popular for me)
I see McMaster and MSC offer a decent selection, but is there someone with a better price for good quality tools that I won’t have to wait months to get? Or am I looking for a unicorn.
Any details or advice appreciated.
Thanks
I’m trying to avoid continuing to rely on EBay for my tooling, I’ve run into availability issues recently.
I’m starting a side thing while working at a production shop that doesn’t blink too much at imdividual tool cost.
I’m in Central Texas, but a national supplier with menu pricing would be nice. My primary metrics include lead time, price, quality (probably in that order). Local lead times are great, but having to request a quote and wait for response can really be a drag on my Limited time.
I deal with various materials and geometries, so I won’t be able to narrow down application. (Seems like aluminum and stainless will be popular for me)
I see McMaster and MSC offer a decent selection, but is there someone with a better price for good quality tools that I won’t have to wait months to get? Or am I looking for a unicorn.
Any details or advice appreciated.
Thanks