31 January 2017

Cutting tool signature

The signature is a sequence of numbers listing the various angles, in degrees, and size of the nose radius.
This numerical method of identification has been standardized by the American Standard Association.
The seven elements that comprise the signature of a single-point cutting tool are always stated in the following order :


Cutting tool signature



Back rake angle-Side rake angle-End relief angle-Side relief angle-End cutting edge angle-Side cutting edge angle-Nose radius

7-15-6-5-4-14-3

7 - back rake angle
15 - Side rake angle
6 - End relief angle
5 - Side relief angle 
4 - End cutting edge angle
14 - Side cutting edge angle
3 - Nose radius