Cutter Grinding Machine: Custom Geometry Manufacturing for Industrial Cutting Tools

What is a Cutter Grinding Machine?

A Cutter Grinding Machine is engineered to produce and refurbish custom cutting tools, including gear hobs, broaches, and custom-profile inserts. It enables precise replication of tool geometries for specialized machining needs.

Categories & Features

1. Gear Cutter Grinders
   • For grinding worm wheels, hobs, and spline cutters.
2. Thread Grinders
   • Restore taps, thread mills, and lead screws.
3. CNC Profile Grinders
   • Replicate complex profiles (e.g., woodworking shaper cutters).
4. Broach Sharpeners
   • Maintain internal/external broaching tools.

Key Benefits

• Custom Tool Production: Manufacture one-off cutters for niche applications.
• Consistency: Regrinds tools to original specs (±0.01mm).
• Time Savings: Reduces setup time for custom jobs by 70%.
• Material Efficiency: Salvages worn tools instead of discarding.

Applications

• Automotive: Gear cutting tools for transmissions.
• Oil & Gas: Custom PDC drill bit sharpening.
• Mold Making: Grinding EDM electrodes.

Operation Workflow

1. CAD Model Import: Load tool design files.
2. Fixture Setup: Mount blank or worn tool.
3. Multi-Axis Grinding:
   • CNC synchronizes wheel/tool movement.
   • Coolant prevents thermal distortion.
4. Post-Grinding Treatment: Coatings (TiN, AlCrN) applied if needed.