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talkingmonkey

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Hi all,

I bought a set of 1/2 shank indexable turning tools from CDCO. The inserts are of poor quality as are some of the other items. CDCO also wants $12 shipping for these. Griping complete. Sorry. They are the triangle type with chip breaker, the sets catalog # is 41202 @ CDCO. Has anyone successfully cross-referenced these to ENCO for instance?

Best regards,

Jeff
 
If you check downloads you will find out all you need how to figure out by measuring and cross reference.
There are multiple pages.:biggrin:
Just went and looked and they appear to be a TP type insert, why not send them back or call/email CDCO and ask type of insert as they are the one sold it to you they should have that info.
Just my 2 cents worth which aint worth much:cool:
 
Look at these see if there the same http://www.tools4cheap.net/products.php?cat=26 He shows the insert that replaces the one it comes with.

Or better yet send those back and but from Jell, He has better quality than CDCO.

Paul

I need to add that I didn't buy the cheap set, I got the more expensive one he has and have been happy with it. I just couldn't justify the high dolor set because I'm on a fix income.
 
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Thanks everyone. I really appreciate the info and advice. As usual, buy crap, get crap. Is there any hope I might finally learn this lesson.

Thanks again for your time and input,

Jeff
 
I bought the 'cheap' 5pc set to get-me-going, since then I have (as i can afford) been replacing the inserts with (because of my location) Sanvik or Kennametal Inserts, toolholders and mills, yes the inserts average $12.00 to $18.00 per insert and mills average $35.00~$50 per cutter, and usually you have to buy in 10 packs, the point is, I'm still working on the first inserts and mill cutters.

So I have 30 cutting edges on my 10 TP inserts, let's say I average 4 months of machining per tip, that's a 10 year supply, $150.00 divided by 10 years works out to a whopping $15.00 per year for inserts. That's todays economic lesson kids. :cool:

Cheers,
Chazz
 
Hi 1200,

That is the set. I thought some good inserts would be worth a try. The cheezy carbide inserts provided put an almost mirror finish on aluminum for some reason, but wear or chip quickly with even modest abuse (I meant use :D) Thanks for your input.

Jeff
 
@talkingmonkey, remember there is no such thing as an all-around insert for all materials, rake and cutting angels as well as chip-breaker designs and coating are different for Alu, MS, SS, CI etc.

Usually, if you talk to a good tool rep, he should be able to fix you up with a good set of all-round inserts for Alu and for steel.

Another note, I still use cheap HSS inserts for roughing work and interupted cuts.

HTH
Chazz
 
Cheap tool holders and inserts.

I understand the temptation to go cheap on the tool holders and inserts. I really do.

But I get calls every week from guys who have gone this route and wish they hadn't.
If you've ever used a quality tool holder and inserts they will put a smile on your face and you'll wonder how you lived without them.

Believe it or not, you really can narrow it down to one insert for steels that works reasonably well on stainless.. and one that double duties on brass and aluminum.
 
Nice to see you posting, ExKenna. Your input on this topic is welcome.
 
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