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Just wondering if HSS as opposed to carbide is the prefered tool for cutting aluminium on a lathe?
I've tried carbide but seem to get a "gritty" or "torn" surface finish on the part. I've tried faster speeds up to 1200 rpm and slower feeds but can't seem to get it to work well. This has been true with boring internal surfaces too.
I've used HSS and I seem to get a better result but I'm wondering if I'm overlooking something with carbide tool use.
Any comments that might be helpful are appreciated.
Cheers
I've tried carbide but seem to get a "gritty" or "torn" surface finish on the part. I've tried faster speeds up to 1200 rpm and slower feeds but can't seem to get it to work well. This has been true with boring internal surfaces too.
I've used HSS and I seem to get a better result but I'm wondering if I'm overlooking something with carbide tool use.
Any comments that might be helpful are appreciated.
Cheers