Machining Technology Polygon Turning

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Introduction to Polygon Turning
Polygon turning is a machining process that efficiently establishes flats on parts directly on a lathe, eliminating the need for a separate milling process. This method is faster and more cost-effective, enhancing process reliability by integrating production on a single machine.

Advantages

Flats are produced in a single process on the lathe.
Eliminates the milling process, saving time and costs.
Increases process reliability with integrated production.
The Schwanog polygon system significantly reduces costs.

Process Description
In polygon turning, both the part and the cutter head rotate in the same direction, with the cutter head typically rotating at twice the speed of the part. Each cutting edge creates a pair of opposite flats, resulting in twice the number of flats as there are cutting edges.

Flats Production
The Schwanog polygon turning system can produce any number of flats. The process is tailored to the part's specifications, including outside diameter, flat width, and amplification ratio, ensuring minimal crowning.

Applications
Polygon turning is suitable for non-ferrous metals like brass and aluminum, as well as steel such as 12L14. It can be used for radial plunging to machine flats behind collars and for axial longitudinal turning to create long flats. The Schwanog PWP system is used for plunging, while the WEP system is used for both plunging and longitudinal turning.

Technical Specifications

Amplification ratio: 2:1
Recommended cutting speeds and feeds vary by material and process (plunging or longitudinal turning).

Contact Information
Schwanog offers global support with offices in Germany, the USA, France, China, the Czech Republic, and Poland. For more information, visit their website or contact them directly.

Catalog excerpts

Machining technology Polygon Turning Establishing flats efficiently through polygon turning.

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Cost efficient manufacturing on the lathe: Efficient Flats through Polygon Turning! When it comes to turned parts, particularly in the fittings and hydraulics industry, machining of flats is a timeconsuming process. This time factor is associated with a huge expense. Specializing in insertable form tool systems, Schwanog has designed an impressive solution which drastically reduces costs. Using the Schwanog polygon system, flats can be produced directly on the lathe using polygon cutters and elimi-nating the time-consuming milling process. Application: Using a polygon turning attachment or a...

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Production sequence Plunging (radial) procedure Tool and part rotate in the same direction. Cutting edge Start position (tool engagement) tool starts Flat is being produced. Tool disengages. Longitudinal (axial) turning (Plunge turning also possible) Visit our website at www.schwanog.com and watch the 3D animation for polygon turning. Take this opportunity and use our capability to lower your part costs and thus increasing your profitability. We are looking forward to show you how, just call or email us your application along with part drawing.

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Insertable tooling systems. Recommended cutting speeds and feeds Amplification ratio 2:1 Vc total = Vc tool + Vc component main spindle d width across flats · main spindle Free cutting steel Plunging Cutting speed 700 600 400 Vc total in m/min. Feed rate in mm/rev 0,08 0,05 0,03 Longitudinal Turning Cutting speed 1100 900 550 Vc total in m/min. Feed rate in mm/rev 0,15 0,1 0,05 ID Whirling (Thread mills) Thread milling Polygon turning Form drilling Shave Tools Rotary transfer machines Selector system Schwanog LLC 1630 Todd Farm Drive · Elgin, IL 60123 Phone: 847- 289 -10 55 · Fax: 847- 289 -10...

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