Performance of new α-β SiAlONs in turning operations

MANDAL H., KARA F., TURAN S., KARA A.

7th Conference and Exhibition of the European Ceramic Society, Brugge, Belgium, 9 - 13 September 2001, vol.206-213, pp.929-932 identifier

  • 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.