Advanced modular tools for gears machining

Gears manufacturing belongs to the most complex and sophisticated processes found in industry. Traditional gears treatment methods require special machines and tools, which usually are made of high speed steel. However, in other types of machining for many years tool with replaceable carbide insert, have been used. Currently leading tool manufacturers also offer tools for gears cutting with replaceable carbide inserts, which allows a significant increase in productivity. These tools are custom-made and designed to the requirements of the customer. Some examples are showed in article.