Free Resources for
Machining Professionals
Look up material properties, calculate cutting parameters, convert units, and read expert application guides — the same references our engineers use every day.
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Free tools built by our engineering team to help you select materials, dial in cutting parameters, and solve machining challenges.
Material Database
Search hardness, machinability ratings, and recommended SFM data for 14+ engineering materials.
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Speeds & Feeds Calculator
Calculate SFM, RPM, feed rate, and chip load for carbide, ceramic, PCD, and PCBN tooling.
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Unit Converter
Convert SFM to RPM, inches to mm, IPR to IPM, and calculate tap drill sizes instantly.
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Application Guides
In-depth guides on hard turning with PCBN, high-speed aluminum, titanium strategies, and more.
Open ToolSafety Data Sheets
GHS-compliant SDS documents for the tooling substrates we manufacture with — download for your EHS records or procurement file.
Cemented Carbide — Cobalt Binder
Safety data sheet for cobalt-bonded tungsten carbide substrates used in our insert and solid carbide tooling.
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Safety data sheet for nickel-bonded tungsten carbide substrates, used where cobalt-free tooling is required.
Download PDFPCD (Polycrystalline Diamond)
Safety data sheet for PCD cutting tool tips, used in high-volume non-ferrous and composite machining.
Download PDFPCBN (Polycrystalline Cubic Boron Nitride)
Safety data sheet for PCBN cutting tool tips, used in hard turning and high-temperature alloy machining.
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