1040 – 02 – The Benefits of Machinability

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Machinability is the ability to machine efficiently and in a manner that balances speed with accuracy. This feature is important to manufacturers because it helps them choose the correct tool and material for most efficient projects, enabling them to save on costs and create a better product.

Materials that have high machinability also have an extended tool life and more efficient cutting speeds. This allows shops to reduce both the cost of replacing tools and the workpiece’s time-to-machine. Furthermore, materials with higher machinability will have more quality to their finish.

Manufacturers use a high number of tools and inserts. When cutting inserts are designed to have longer lives, it saves shops money and time spent replacing tools.