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Technical
THE VPGT INSERT
The VPGT insert issued by the ISO range and the different tool holders offered by Bimu deliver superlative
machining characteristics as well as a diverse range of possible applications, one example being the ability to
machine as a back (tailstock) operation. This entire package comes with a very attractive price tag.
1. Description of the insert
The specially designed cutting angles (11° stock
removal) and the special swarf breaking feature on
both working edges make the VPGT Bimu insert an
ideal tool for bar-turning work. As a standard, the
user can obtain various different versions of this
VPGT insert :
roughing operations)
2. A multi-purpose insert
Part of the ISO range, the VPGT insert is ideally suited
to all sliding head machines and can be mounted
on tool holders with sections ranging from 7x7 to
20x20 mm. Since the insert is able to remove stock
in such a versatile manner, it can be used in 3 directions,
meaning that 2 distinct applications are then
possible :
1) Front turning.
2) A plunging turn during a back-turning operation.
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