Solutions for cost-effective, high-quality machining of titanium blisks
Blisks located on the cold compressor side of the engine are made from titanium, while the hot turbine side requires blisks made from heat resistant super alloys (HRSA).
Key factors to success are:
- A five-axis machine with good simultaneous dynamics
- Turbo five-axis CAM software
- Optimized tools and process knowledge for HRSA and titanium
Tooling solutions for aerospace blisks in titanium
CoroMill® Plura solid end mills for high feed side milling
High feed side milling is an effective method for machining challenging materials. The small radial engagement allows for increased cutting speed, feed and cutting depth due to decreased heat, chip thickness and radial forces. CoroMill® Plura HFS for titanium is a unique solution developed for demanding conditions where chip evacuation and temperature control on the cutting zone are critical. It features an exclusive cooling booster with patented coolant flow grooves designed to improve the temperature dispersion.
CoroMill® 316 exchangeable milling heads for high feed side milling
CoroMill® 316 is the first choice for high feed side milling in titanium alloys when good accessibility is required. It has an optimized core for high stiffness at long overhangs and is excellent in intermediate conditions when good surface quality is needed. Combine with Coromant EH modular system for effective machining with overhangs up to 6xD.
Plunge milling slots with CoroMill® 316 Gannet cutter
Machining components with slots and pockets is always challenging. With the CoroMill® 316 gannet cutter available to order off the shelf, manufacturing small, deep slots and pockets is both time- and cost-efficient. The unique Gannet concept is designed exclusively for plunge milling, and is ideal when the tool diameter is limited and a long overhang is required.
Coromant EH modular system
The Coromant EH modular system helps you achieve the required reach and accessibility with shanks and modular adaptors. The Coromant EH coupling is based on a self-centering screw thread for secure mounting and maximum strength. The coupling has a physical stop which makes it easy to feel when the head is correctly tightened and helps avoid excessive clamping stress.
Engineered milling concept M5C331
Engineered milling concept M5C331 is a reliable solution for rough slotting of titanium blisks, based on the CoroMill® 331 design. Offering exceptional metal removal rates during these challenging roughing operations, M5C331 ensures cost-efficiency.
Semi-finishing and finishing of the blade
Experience our extensive offer of profiling end mills optimized for blisk machining. The tools are ideal for intricate shaping and fine-tuning of the blade’s surfaces, ensuring a high-quality finish.
First choice for all point milling operations, with high flexibility in tilt angle and reach.
For challenging point milling operations with undercuts and complex shape deburring.
CoroMill® Plura conical ball nose
For flank milling or point milling operations where accessibility is challenging.
For high productivity surfacing needs. The optimal solution for productivity gains and cycle-time reductions.
Drilling with CoroDrill® 860 with -SM geometry
When drilling tough materials such as titanium, many factors need to be taken into account. Process security, repeatability, hole tolerance and quality are critical. With its robust design, high-quality edge and wear-resistant top coating, CoroDrill® 860 with -SM geometry delivers on these key considerations.
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