Performance of new α-β SiAlONs in turning operations
7th Conference and Exhibition of the European Ceramic Society, Brugge, Belgium, 9 - 13 September 2001, vol.206-213, pp.929-932, (Full Text)
- Publication Type: Conference Paper / Full Text
- Volume: 206-213
- City: Brugge
- Country: Belgium
- Page Numbers: pp.929-932
- Keywords: Cutting tool, SiAlON, Turning Operations, α-β
- Anadolu University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
New α-β SiAlON ceramics were produced, characterised and tested in turning operations of cast iron. Cutting speeds varied between 400-1200 m/min while feeding rates were between 0.3 to 0.5 mm/rev. The results were compared with some of commercially available ceramic inserts. It was proved that new α-β SiAlONs offer reduced tool wear and hence increased tool life for cast iron machining.