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KBCN20N — Continuous turning (OD) of Alloy steel: 1.2× part count

1.2 times the part count of the previous grade at the Rz < 6.3 μm life criterion.

Result1.2× part count

Cutting conditions

KBCN20N — cutting conditions
GradeKBCN20N
Insert modelCNGA120408
Workpiece materialAlloy steel (HRC60-63)
Part / featureGear transmission housing — outer diameter
OperationContinuous turning (OD)
Cutting speed vc80 m/min
Feed f0.22–0.24 mm/rev
Depth of cut ap0.15 mm
CoolantWet
Data sourceField application
Case 21 — workpiece and operation illustration (Alloy steel)
Workpiece / operation illustration — case 21

Result and comparison basis

1.2 times the part count of the previous grade at the Rz < 6.3 μm life criterion.

Comparison basis: Previously used grade.

Comparative data from Koves internal cutting tests and customer field applications. Competitor grades are anonymized as reference grades. Results depend on workpiece, machine and setup; validate on your own production before adopting parameters.

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