Hi-PerCarb 141K

Series 141K

Material

Cast Iron - 65-45-12

Part Type

#11715

SGS Product

10.30mm Dia, 124 Degree Point, Solid Carbide Drill

Competitor Product

10.3000” Dia. 2 Flute Drill

Application

Countersink / Counterbore

SGS Tool Information

10.3000” Cutting Dia.
2.2047” Usable Length
2.7953” Flute Length
TM (Ti-NAMITE-M) Coating

EDP:

65233

Goal

This automotive manufacturer was interested in reducing cycle time and increasing tool life.

Strategy

Testing of the SGS Hi-PerCarb-K drill delivered strong results, reducing cycle time while increasing tool life by nearly 50%. The improved efficiency and durability demonstrated a clear performance advantage over the existing solution.

Result

The implementation of the Series 141K resulted in a 54% reduction in the number of tools required. Machining cycle time was reduced by 44%, and total machining costs were reduced by 44%. Overall, the customer achieved a total cost reduction of 37%, generating annual savings of more than $4,000.

Total Cost Savings

$4,094

Tools Required

54%

Machining Cycle Time

44%

Total Machining Cost

44%

Tools	Cutting Dia (DC)	RPM	SFM	IPM	IPR	Axial Depth (AP)	Coolant
SGS Hi-PerCarb 141K (2-Flute)	10.3000″	3391	9151	50.53	0.0149	0.9000″	Coolant Through
Competitor (2-Flute)	10.3000″	3055	8244	28.41	0.0093	0.9000″	Coolant Through

Tools Required

54%

Machining Cycle Time

44%

Total Machining Cost