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Thread gauges

Go and no-go thread gauges are used to check internal threads.
The go gauge should be manually screwed freely for the whole
length of the thread.

The no-go gauge should not go in
further than two thread pitches
when screwed manually.

Test Report

Application:
Internal right hand thread: M6x1
Thread depth: .63
Bore size: Ø5mm, blind hole

Workpiece Material:
Steel SAE 4340 Hardened to: 17HRc

Tool Description:
CTS D371 C M6x1.0 6HX XT3
Shank diameter: Ø6mm
Max. thread length: 2.5xD
Chamfer size: 2-3 threads

Cutting conditions:
Cutting speed: 65 SFM
Rotational speed: 1060 rpm

Machine:
Mori Seiki NV5000.
Coolant: emulsion 5%

Test Results:
Tool life: 1720 threads
Cycle time: 3 sec

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