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can be made from several “sub punches”,
                                                                 each operated separately. Some press designs
                                                                 encompass multi-axial pressing options.

                                                                 The remarkable progress in press technology enables
                                                                 the production of complex shaped inserts that are
                                                                 characterized by variable corner heights. (fig.1)
                                                                 This capability enables optimal cutting geometries
                                                                 to be achieved, guaranteeing not only smooth and
                                                                 stable machining but also the increased accuracy
                                                                 of a machined surface. (fig.2)


           Fig.1.  ISCAR's H690 TNKX 1005 milling insert         Additionally, the advantages provided by the use
           featuring different corner heights                    of modern CAD/CAM systems make it possible
                                                                 to improve the design and the shaping parts of
                                                                 pressing die sets. Also, the ability to simulate
                                                                 the pressing processes related to new sintered
                                                                 products, when they are at the beginning of their
                                                                 design stages, allows further design amendments
                                                                 and enhancements to be made.

                                                                 Advanced new techniques, related to sintering
                                                                 insert masters, improves process quality. The
                                                                 gradient sintering of multi-carbide substrate
                                                                 ensures a thin upper layer that feature high cobalt
                                                                 content. This gradient layer produces an excellent
                                                                 barrier against the development of cracks and




           Fig.2.  Accurate and smooth machining


























           Fig.3.  Nanolayer structure of ISCAR's IC807
           carbide grade coating - SEM image



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