Custom Case | Solid Carbide Slitting Saw 60 × 0.7 × 16 mm, 56 Teeth for Agricultural Machinery Components
Project Background
A manufacturer of agricultural machinery components required a custom solid carbide slitting saw for precision slot milling during the production of various mechanical parts used in agricultural equipment.
The application involved batch production with requirements for consistent slot dimensions, stable tool life, and reliable machining performance. Previous tooling solutions experienced excessive wear and burr formation, leading to increased downtime and additional finishing operations.
To improve productivity and reduce tooling costs, a custom solid carbide slitting saw was developed according to the customer’s specifications.
Custom Tool Specification
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Cutter Type | Solid Carbide Slitting Saw |
| Diameter (OD) | 60 mm (2.362″) |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm (0.028″) |
| Bore | 16 mm (0.630″) |
| Teeth | 56T |
| Material | Solid Tungsten Carbide |
| Coating | Uncoated |
| Application | Agricultural Machinery Components |
The customer selected an uncoated carbide cutter for this project based on the machining material and operating conditions.
For applications requiring longer service life or higher wear resistance, customized PVD coatings such as TiAlN, AlCrN, and DLC are also available.
Challenges in Agricultural Machinery Part Manufacturing
Agricultural machinery components are often produced in large quantities and require reliable machining performance to maintain production efficiency.
Common challenges include:
- Maintaining stable slot dimensions during long production runs
- Reducing burr formation and secondary finishing operations
- Extending tool life to reduce production interruptions
- Maintaining consistent machining quality across batches
- Lowering overall tooling costs
For manufacturers operating high-volume production lines, tooling reliability directly affects productivity and profitability.
Customized Solution
The 60 mm diameter cutter was selected to meet the customer’s machining requirements and machine setup.
The 0.7 mm cutting width allows precise narrow-slot machining while minimizing cutting forces and material loss.
A 56-tooth configuration provides smooth cutting action and helps improve surface finish while maintaining efficient chip evacuation.
Manufactured from premium solid tungsten carbide, the cutter offers excellent rigidity and wear resistance, making it suitable for continuous production environments commonly found in agricultural machinery manufacturing.
Results Achieved
Following implementation, the customer achieved several improvements:
- Improved slot dimensional consistency
- Reduced burr formation
- Longer tool service life
- Reduced machine downtime
- Increased production efficiency
The custom carbide slitting saw became a reliable tooling solution for the customer’s agricultural machinery production line.
Custom Carbide Slitting Saws for Industrial Applications
We manufacture custom solid carbide slitting saws according to customer drawings and machining 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 agricultural machinery, hydraulic systems, aerospace components, automotive parts, precision mechanical components, and many other industries.
Looking for a custom carbide slitting saw for your application?
Contact us with your drawings or machining requirements for a technical review and customized solution.
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