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USER GUIDE
Infeed Methods - Entering the Cutter Into the Workpiece
There are several infeed methods of entering the cutter into the workpiece.
Each method defines the position of the cutter relative to the cutting thread profile.
The chosen method will affect chip form, chip evacuation direction, cutting edge wear, tool life, THREAD TURNING
and threading surface quality.
Choosing the correct method for entering the cutter into the workpiece depends on equipment type,
workpiece material, cutter geometry, and threading pitch.
Possible infeed methods of entering the cutter into the workpiece include:
Radial infeed
Flank infeed
Modified flank infeed
0.5˚-5˚
Alternating flank infeed
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