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Case 35 · Field application

KBCN35N — Continuous turning (OD) of SUS431 stainless steel: 1.5× part count

No abnormal damage with at least 1.5 times the part count of the previously used grade.

Result1.5× part count

Cutting conditions

KBCN35N — cutting conditions
GradeKBCN35N
Insert modelCNGA120412
Workpiece materialSUS431 stainless steel (HRC58-60)
Part / featureAutomotive component
OperationContinuous turning (OD)
Cutting speed vc100 m/min
Feed f0.18 mm/rev
Depth of cut ap0.15 mm
CoolantDry
Data sourceField application
Case 35 — workpiece and operation illustration (SUS431 stainless steel)
Workpiece / operation illustration — case 35

Result and comparison basis

No abnormal damage with at least 1.5 times the part count of the previously used grade.

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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