Carbide turning tools CHUOKU
Description
Carbide Turning Tool CHUOKU — Brazed-Carbide Lathe Bits, Hard & Fast
The CHUOKU carbide turning tool is a lathe bit with a brazed tungsten-carbide tip on a steel shank, giving much higher hardness and wear resistance than HSS. It turns at high cutting speeds and handles hard materials such as cast iron, hardened steel, and mould work. Available in several shapes by job — OD turning, facing, and profile turning. Supplied by BOWMAP Industry & Tooling, Samut Prakan.
Specifications
| Brand | CHUOKU |
|---|---|
| Type | Brazed carbide tool bit |
| Cutting edge | Tungsten-carbide tip brazed to a steel shank |
| Key properties | Hard, wear-resistant, heat-resistant |
| Cutting speed | Higher than HSS tool bits (runs at high rpm) |
| Suitable for | Cast iron, hardened steel, mould work, plastics, ceramics |
| Shape | Various by job (OD turning, facing, profiling) |
Use cases
- OD turning and facing of cast iron and hardened steel
- Mould work and jobs needing high cutting speed
- Turning hard materials that wear HSS tools quickly
- Parts production, plastics, and ceramics machining
- Work needing a durable edge with fewer tool changes
Compatibility
Choose a shank size to fit your lathe's tool post, and set the edge to the workpiece centre height. Carbide is hard but more brittle than HSS, so use it on a rigid lathe with the work clamped firmly, and avoid impact or interrupted cuts. Run high cutting speeds but feed steadily to protect the edge.
Availability
In stock at the BOWMAP warehouse in Samut Prakan, ready for same-day pickup or next-day delivery across Bangkok and the surrounding provinces. Contact us for bulk pricing on large orders.
Related products
- CHUOKU HSS lathe tool bits, grades 1900/2500/Co.8
- Carbide turning inserts
- Carbide plate / round carbide
- HSS Lathe Tool Bit Grade 2500 Special Size CHUOKU — Grind Your Own Edge
FAQ
How is a carbide tool different from an HSS tool bit?
A carbide tool's tip is much harder and more heat-resistant than HSS, so it turns at higher speeds and handles hard materials better. But carbide is more brittle, so it needs a rigid lathe and no impact. HSS is tougher and easy to grind to your own profile.
What speed should I use?
Carbide runs faster than HSS; the right speed depends on the material, part size, and machine condition. The harder the material, the lower the speed. Feed steadily and use coolant where appropriate to extend edge life.
What shapes are available?
Several shapes by job — OD turning, facing, angle, and profile turning. Tell BOWMAP the job and the shank size you need and we'll recommend the right one.
