Home / Application Example - PCD Machining Glass Reinforced Plastic
| Component: | Body Scanner ring |
| Machine Tool: | Glass Reinforced Plastic |
| Material: | DSG Centre Lathe |
| Operation: | Turning |
| Depth of Cut: | Typically 1.5 mm (0.06”) |
| Insert: | CNMA 120408F DR-PCD |
| Surface Speed: | 200 m/min (660 ft/min) |
| Feed Rate: | 0.2 mm/rev (0.008”/rev) |
| Surface Finish: | N/A |
| Tool Life: | 35 minutes contact |
| Comments: | Extremely abrasive material – 25% glass |