In modern industrial production, drills are indispensable cutting tools, and their performance is directly related to processing efficiency and product quality. With the continuous advancement of technology, more and more new materials and processes are being used in tool manufacturing. Among them, drills made of powder high-speed steel (PM-HSS) have become widely concerned and hot-selling products in the industry due to their excellent performance. As the world’s leading industrial tool manufacturer, Kennametal’s PM-HSS drills have stood out in the market with their unique advantages. Next, let’s talk about why this international brand PM-HSS drills is so popular.
Powder high-speed steel: a revolutionary material for making drills
Compared with traditional high-speed steel (HSS), powder high-speed steel (PM-HSS) uses powder metallurgy technology and is sintered by special alloy powder. This manufacturing process gives PM-HSS drills unique performance. Powder metallurgy technology can accurately control the alloy composition in the material, so that the hardness, wear resistance, toughness and heat resistance of the drill bit are significantly improved.
Compared with traditional high-speed steel materials, PM-HSS materials have a more uniform structure and finer grains, which can provide higher stability and cutting performance during processing. Its excellent wear resistance and heat resistance enable it to maintain excellent working conditions under high temperature and high load environments, significantly extend tool life, and improve processing efficiency.
Advantage 1: Super high temperature and wear resistance
One of the most notable features of PM-HSS drill bits is its excellent high temperature resistance. During the cutting process, especially under high speed and high load conditions, the surface of the drill bit will heat up rapidly. Traditional HSS drill bits are prone to hardness reduction due to excessive temperature, which in turn affects the cutting effect. The PM-HSS drill bit can maintain its hardness and cutting performance at high temperatures, avoiding the problem of unstable cutting caused by excessive temperature, and is especially suitable for the processing of high-hardness materials such as high-strength steel and stainless steel.
In addition, the wear resistance of the PM-HSS drill bit is also extremely outstanding. In high-intensity and long-term cutting work, PM-HSS drills can effectively resist wear, extend service life, reduce replacement frequency and downtime, and thus significantly reduce production costs.
Advantage 2: Perfect balance of cutting stability and precision
Another advantage of powder high-speed steel material is its excellent cutting stability and precision. The precision manufacturing process of PM-HSS drills ensures the uniformity and sharpness of its cutting edge, and the drill can maintain a stable cutting force output even during high-speed rotation. This feature is particularly suitable for industrial processing fields that require extremely high precision, such as aerospace, automotive manufacturing, electronic equipment, etc.
Compared with traditional HSS drills, PM-HSS drills can achieve higher processing accuracy and better surface quality. Its smooth cutting surface effectively reduces burrs and cracks on the hole wall, avoids the need for secondary processing, reduces production processes, and improves overall processing efficiency and finished product quality.
Advantage 3: Extend tool life and reduce total cost
The service life of PM-HSS drills is much longer than that of traditional high-speed steel drills, especially in mass production, which can significantly reduce the frequency of tool replacement and downtime, thereby greatly reducing production costs. Although the initial purchase cost of PM-HSS drills may be slightly higher than traditional HSS drills, in the long run, the final total cost of ownership (TCO) will be more economical due to its longer service life and lower maintenance costs.
In addition, the stability and durability of PM-HSS drills greatly reduce the tool change time in the production process, improve the utilization rate of equipment and the efficiency of the production line. For manufacturing companies, reducing unnecessary downtime and improving production efficiency are the keys to improving competitiveness.
Advantage 4: Wide range of applications
PM-HSS drills are not only suitable for common metal processing, especially in the processing of hard materials such as high-strength steel, alloy steel, and stainless steel. They are also suitable for aerospace, automotive, mold manufacturing, electronic manufacturing and other industries. With the continuous improvement of industry’s requirements for high-precision and high-efficiency processing, the application range of PM-HSS drills continues to expand and become an important tool in all walks of life.
In the aerospace field, many parts are made of high-strength alloys and composite materials, which require drills to have high heat resistance, wear resistance and high cutting stability. PM-HSS drills can meet these requirements and are widely used in the processing of precision parts such as engine parts and fuselage frames.
In the automotive industry, PM-HSS drills are also widely used, especially in the processing of engine parts, transmission systems, etc. PM-HSS drills can provide efficient and precise cutting, ensuring the quality and production efficiency of parts.
Why are Kennametal PM-HSS drills so popular?
As a leading global supplier of industrial tools, Kennametal’s PM-HSS drills not only have the above advantages, but are also favored by customers for its brand reliability and technical support. Kennametal focuses on technological innovation and product quality, and is committed to providing customers with high-performance and efficient tool solutions. PM-HSS drills are one of the representatives of its technological innovation.
In addition, Kennametal’s global service network provides customers with timely support and services, making more industrial manufacturers willing to choose this brand of products. Customers generally believe that PM-HSS drills are extremely cost-effective in improving production efficiency, reducing costs and improving product quality.
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