In a large machining and metal working facility having the ability to choose from a range of different brands and types of equipment may not be a possibility. However, if you are able to customize your choice of equipment and components, getting the right tools for the job will be essential to provide a polished and perfect final product.
When it comes to end mills and cutting tools, many machinists and metal workers have their own personal preferences of brands, styles and options. The same should also extend to lathe tool holder options as these components play an essential role in the performance of the machine.
Ideally, with the right lathe tool holder all end mills and cutting tools will have a longer life and less wear and tear. Additionally, with the right tool holder more advanced applications and features can be included to address specific needs for specialized requirements.
Of course, for general machining, milling and metal working these advanced designs are not always necessary and the additional cost may not be justified. Having the option to choose the right tool holder for the job and the machine will be important as a practical consideration for any job.
Cooling Options
The Dorian line of lathe accessories offers a great option in a lathe tool holder. This is the Jet-Stream Thru Coolant option. With this tool holder, the coolant is more specifically directed to the area of the tool, ensuring closer temperature control and increased life of the tool.
Additionally, with the correct and precise spray of coolant, faster machining and feeding is possible through the equipment without the risk of reducing the quality of the operation. It will also help to mitigate the damage to tools when using higher operational speeds without adequate coolant.
Cost
Another option any machinist or metal worker will want to consider is the cost involved in buying a tool holder. Remember, the right tool holder will help to increase the life of the tools, which is a factor that is hard to calculate directly when comparing low priced and mid to higher range holders.
Again, this is where understanding your requirements comes into play. The more demanding the work is with regards to precision, metals and specifications the more essential it will be to choose a quality tool holder that will not only last for a long period of time but provide you with the features you need on your specific lathe and CNC machining systems.
