Custom Case | Solid Carbide Slitting Saw 200 × 1 × 32 mm, 320 Teeth for Stainless Steel Tube Cut-Off
Project Background
A manufacturer of precision stainless steel tubing required a custom solid carbide slitting saw for high-speed cut-off operations in the production of thin-wall stainless steel tubes.
The application demanded exceptional cutting quality, minimal burr formation, and stable tool life during continuous production. Conventional cutting tools often suffered from tooth wear, vibration, and inconsistent cut quality, especially when processing thin-wall stainless steel tubes at high production speeds.
To improve production efficiency and reduce secondary finishing operations, a custom solid carbide slitting saw was developed according to the customer’s requirements.
Custom Tool Specification
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Cutter Type | Solid Carbide Slitting Saw |
| Diameter (OD) | 200 mm (7.874″) |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm (0.039″) |
| Bore | 32 mm (1.260″) |
| Teeth | 320T |
| Material | Solid Tungsten Carbide |
| Coating | Optional |
| Application | Stainless Steel Tube Cut-Off |
Challenges in Stainless Steel Tube Cutting
Cutting stainless steel tubing presents several machining challenges, particularly when processing thin-wall tubes in high-volume production environments.
Typical issues include:
- Burr formation on tube ends
- Heat generation during cutting
- Tube deformation
- Excessive vibration
- Poor cut surface quality
- Frequent tool replacement
These problems often increase secondary processing costs and reduce overall production efficiency.
Why a 320-Tooth Slitting Saw Was Selected
For precision tube cut-off applications, tooth count has a significant influence on cutting quality and process stability.
The custom 320-tooth design offers several advantages:
Reduced Chip Load Per Tooth
The cutting load is distributed across more teeth, resulting in smoother cutting action and reduced vibration.
Improved Surface Finish
A higher tooth density produces cleaner cut surfaces and reduces post-processing requirements.
Lower Burr Formation
The optimized tooth geometry minimizes burr generation on stainless steel tube ends.
Improved Cutting Stability
The large number of cutting edges helps maintain consistent cutting forces throughout the operation.
Advantages of Solid Carbide Construction
Compared with conventional HSS saw blades, solid carbide offers several benefits for demanding tube cutting applications.
Higher Wear Resistance
Carbide maintains edge sharpness longer when machining stainless steel materials.
Increased Rigidity
The monolithic carbide structure minimizes deflection and improves cutting accuracy.
Longer Tool Life
Improved wear resistance reduces tool replacement frequency and machine downtime.
Higher Cutting Speeds
Solid carbide allows more aggressive cutting parameters while maintaining stability.
Optional PVD Coating Solutions
The customer selected an uncoated cutter for this project.
Depending on workpiece material and cutting conditions, we also provide customized coating solutions including:
- TiAlN
- AlCrN
- AlTiN
- DLC
Proper coating selection can further improve wear resistance, reduce friction, and significantly extend tool life when machining stainless steel or other difficult materials.
Results Achieved
After implementation, the customer achieved several improvements:
- Cleaner tube ends
- Reduced burr formation
- Improved cut surface quality
- Longer tool life
- Reduced downtime
- Increased production efficiency
The custom carbide slitting saw became a reliable production tool for the customer’s stainless steel tube manufacturing line.
Custom Carbide Slitting Saws Manufactured to Your Requirements
We manufacture custom solid carbide slitting saws according to customer drawings, machine specifications, and application requirements.
Available customization options include:
- Diameter (OD)
- Thickness
- Bore size
- Tooth count
- Tooth geometry
- Side clearance design
- Carbide grade selection
- PVD coating options
- Application-specific optimization
Our custom carbide slitting saws are widely used in:
- Stainless steel tube cutting
- Precision tubing manufacturing
- Automotive components
- Medical tubing
- Aerospace parts
- Fasteners
- Precision mechanical components
If your application requires high tooth count slitting saws, burr-free tube cutting, or difficult material machining, our engineering team can develop a customized solution tailored to your production requirements.
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