First introduced to the UK two years ago, the TaeguTec Chase2Mill series of end mills has earned a reputation as an impressive all-rounder for the automotive, mould-and-die and general sub-contract machining sectors.

Now, the Korean cutting-tool manufacturer has extended the series with the release of two new inserts.

Suitable for ramp and slot milling applications, Chase2Mill is available in end mill, modular or face mill options.

Initially launched with a compact four-corner double-sided 4NKT 06 insert range with a 90deg entry angle that is suitable for high ramp-down applications, the 4NKT 06 range has now been expanded and a new 4NHT insert range has been released.

The 4NKT 06 corner R range of inserts has been expanded (04R-20R) to meet the wider range of corner radius requirements demanded by today’s industry.

This simplifies the response needed for specific corner R inserts required by products in a variety of sectors, such as automotive, aerospace and mould-and-die.

Adding to the existing 8 and 16mm radius inserts, TaeguTec (www.taegutec.com) has expanded the line to include a new 4, 12 and 20mm radius offering.

The extended 4NKT 06 is available with TaeguTec’s ML and M geometry with the TT8080 and TT9080 grades, which combine to improve cutting load, minimise built-up edge and generates an excellent surface finish.

A new 4NHT 06 insert has also been launched with the 4NHT 06-ML — characterised by its ability to generate low cutting loads and excellent surface finishes suitable for ground cutting edges that minimise built-up edge.

One further expansion to the series is the 4NHT 06-AL range.

These new uncoated inserts are suitable for aluminium and non-ferrous cutting applications.