Ceratizit has added the MaxiMill 491 system to the range of tooling systems within its Indexable Milling line of products.
With eight usable cutting edges per newly expanded 9-mm insert size, a precise 90°profile and a durable nickel-coated tool body, the MaxiMill 491 system is suited for all shoulder and full-slot milling applications.
The MaxiMill 491 system delivers ease of use, allowing users to quickly exchange inserts while the tool remains in the machine, significantly reducing machine downtime while the precision-ground inserts provide stable, smooth cutting thanks to Ceratizit’s Dragonskin coating technology. The Dragonskin coating also gives the inserts added strength for demanding machining conditions.
Configured with a positive insert geometry, the MaxiMill 491 ensures surface quality and increases tool life. The tool’s eight usable insert cutting edges also provide a low price per edge.
Ceratizit initially launched the MaxiMill 491 in a 12-mm size with a nominal diameter range from 32 to 160 mm and a corner radius of 0.8 mm. The company extended the range with the addition of 1.2-mm, 1.6-mm and 2.0-mm corner radii. The new 9-mm insert size now enhances flexibility for all applications.
With the smaller size, more inserts can be mounted in the tools for longer tool life and higher chip removal rates. The new size also reduces power consumption, making the MaxiMill 491 effective for use with lower power machine tools.
