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The Shop => Tools => Topic started by: Brass_Machine on May 12, 2011, 11:10:33 AM

Title: Round insert lathe tool - where to buy?
Post by: Brass_Machine on May 12, 2011, 11:10:33 AM

So I have decided to try to find a round insert lathe tool. I have heard (well, read) quite a few people who are very happy with them. So, where can I buy one that is in the states? Any recommendations?

Eric

Title: Re: Round insert lathe tool - where to buy?
Post by: djc on May 12, 2011, 03:40:17 PM

Can't help with Stateside, but have a look at Glanze in UK. The ISO holder designation is SRDCN (neutral), SRDCR or SRDCL.

Title: Re: Round insert lathe tool - where to buy?
Post by: websterz on May 13, 2011, 06:08:12 PM

Quote from: Brass_Machine on May 12, 2011, 11:10:33 AM

So I have decided to try to find a round insert lathe tool. I have heard (well, read) quite a few people who are very happy with them. So, where can I buy one that is in the states? Any recommendations?

Eric

Find some really cheap round inserts on Ebay and build a holder to fit them. They really do work great, especially on aluminum. Not so good for close shoulder work though... :doh:

Here is a decent deal:

http://cgi.ebay.com/5-ISCAR-inserts-10mm-round-RXCW-10T3-IC-928-/300534023042?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item45f9394382#ht_500wt_949

Title: Re: Round insert lathe tool - where to buy?
Post by: 75Plus on May 13, 2011, 09:08:01 PM

Eric,

The soft end of a worn out brazed carbide bit is a good piece of material for making a holder. If you don't have any I can send you several 1/2" ones.

Joe