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Kennametal HiPACS aerospace fastener tool drills, countersinks in one step
- July 28, 2021
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Kennametal has introduced the HiPACS drilling and countersinking system for aerospace fastener holes. Designed to drill and chamfer holes in one operation, the high-precision tool meets the aerospace industry's stringent accuracy requirements, while delivering increased tool life in machining composite, titanium, and aluminum aircraft skins, says the company.
The system comprises three components: a reducer sleeve, countersinking insert, and solid-carbide drill. The system works with any standard hydraulic chuck.
The reducer sleeve has a built-in, high-precision pocket seat. In conjunction with a standard hydraulic chuck, this component provides secure clamping and a runout of no more than 3 µm.
The PCD countersinking insert eliminates the need for custom step drills, reducing manufacturing costs while meeting the industry´s accuracy requirements, states the manufacturer.
The two series of solid-carbide drills, both of which are diamond-coated and PCD-tipped, are suitable for the material combinations found in a typical aerospace assembly. In addition, the straight-shanked tools allow for length adjustments in increments of 10 mm.
Kennametal | www.kennametal.com
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