Thread: Quick change tool post, advice please

Originally Posted by OPO

sometimes HSS is the best choice if you are doing an unusual/awkward job, esp if your machine is fairly light. Assab 17 is head and shoulders more durable than the rest imo, and surprisingly affordable if you sniff around a bit. also in recent times i've been using "wonder inserts" from carbide nz for things like resurfacing the clutch face on a flywheel (localised work hardened patches) where a normal carbide insert "pushes off" a whisker. https://carbidenz.co.nz/tngg160408r-...wonder-insert/

Good timing same suggestion. We have turned as little as 0.01mm off shafts before at work and often have hours of run time on a corner. As long as you don't smash them 6 cutting edges makes a very affordable insert that doesn't require high speed or deep cuts and gives a great finish.