06-21-2012, 05:23 PM
(06-21-2012, 02:50 PM)DaveH Wrote: What do you use?
HSS, Brazed Carbide, Carbide Insert.
DaveH
My answer is yes.
I'm not very scientific about it I'm afraid. I grab a tool and start using it. If it works - great. If things don't go well, I'll keep switching tools until I find one that does work. It always seems that what works this week doesn't work the following week and I have to switch flavors.
I like using carbide inserts when I can (because I'm lazy), but there are times when HSS puts on a much better finish depending on the material. Now days I use the brazed carbide for the nasty rough stuff because I don't want to damage those pertty pricy inserts.
Willie