A tippedtool or insert generally refers to any cutting tool where the cutting edge consists of a separate piece of material, either brazed or clamped on to a separate body.
They are used principally in the metalworking and woodworking industries; however they may be found in various forms in many cutting tools. Some examples are fly cutters, milling cutters, turning tools and saw blades.
These tools provide the advantage of pre-ground cutting edges and
geometry on inserts that may be readily replaced in a less expensive
holder (or body). The material of both the body and tip can then be
optimised for their individual requirements and this along with
improved production techniques has led to their greater adoption within
their respective industries.
These tools provide the advantage of pre-ground cutting edges and
geometry on inserts that may be readily replaced in a less expensive
holder (or body). The material of both the body and tip can then be
optimised for their individual requirements and this along with
improved production techniques has led to their greater adoption within
their respective industries.
