The Fenner® PowerTwist PLUS belts are built using the best possible materials, making them resilient against adverse working conditions that they are frequently exposed to. Power Twist PLUS link V-belts are manufactured from an exclusive, high strength urethane/polyester composite making them incredibly strong and flexible at the same time. Their make makes them superior to the earlier designs and renders them a popular choice in industrial, marine, agriculture and heating & ventilation systems. Its unique cross-link design gives a raw edge cog construction providing excellent durability and performance, delivering higher power ratings than almost any other link type V-belts on the market. When the tension is applied to the belt, the cross-link design locks tightly thus producing the lowest stretch of any link V-belt. The PowerTwist Plus link V-belts are suitable for any power transmission application designed to use classical A/13/4L section industrial rubber V-belts. They are also ideal for conveying applications designed for A/13/4L section belts. The PowerTwist v Fenner belt comes in classical red and metric wedge blue section profiles.

Here are a few points that set Power Twist Plus Belts ahead of their counterparts:

1. Quick and easy to install: The Power Twist V belts can be easily made to the required length and installed quickly without the need to dismantle drive system components. Just make it to length by hand, without any tools. No curing time, just twist and go!

2. Requires minimal maintenance: With high tensile strength and a low stretch, the power twist belts are tough and long-lasting. It also requires no lubrication while in operation.

3. Runs longer: The power twist v belts surpass the capacity of conventional rubber belts when it comes to standing tough climatic conditions and extreme temperatures (-40° to +116°C ). It also displays strong resistance against water, oils, grease, and other common industrial solvents. Conventional SBR/chloroprene brand V-belts simply can't compete. If your drive environment is like hell's kitchen and conventional V-belt life is down to a few months, PowerTwist Plus may be your long term answer.

4. No need to stock: The best part of power twist belts is that they can be built on-site and simply added in the missing block. This means, there is no need to stock belts of varying lengths in anticipation of a breakage. You only need to stock the most common cross sections - 3L, 4L/A, 5L/B, C and D - and you'll have a near 100% on-site availability guaranteed.

5. A product for all your needs: Power twist link V belts works best for applications such as those requiring minimal contact surface, high grip, resistance against abrasives, non-marking, working at high-temperatures, exposure to oil and industrial chemicals, etc. There is always one PowerTwist Speciality belt waiting to serve your needs.

Applications of PowerTwist Plus belts

● Warehousing
PowerTwist Plus is used majorly as a power transmission belt on a belt-driven roller, power curve and line shaft conveyors.

● Sheet Metal
PowerTwist Plus exhibits high tensile strength and excellent resistance to oil and abrasion, making it an apt belt to transport metal sheeting and fabricated forms.

● Glass
Being resistant to cuts and tears even at high temperatures, PowerTwist Plus V-Belts are used extensively in the glass industry.

● Washdowns
Washdowns typically deal with high pressure water and detergents. A PowerTwist Plus belt is ideal here as it displays resistance to water even at elevated temperatures.

● Wood & Tile Conveying
PowerTwist Plus displays excellent abrasion resistance and product grip making it the ideal choice for wood conveying.

MK Industrial Suppliers is recognized as one of the best fenner v belt distributors in India as the products are sourced directly from Fenner and are delivered straight to you. Our product range is comprised of PowerTwist Plus and NuTLink V-Belts for classical section drives and SuperTLink V-Belts for applications using metric wedge SP rated belts.

In today’s ever-evolving world, any machining industry trying to make a name for itself would focus on faster turnaround times and increased cost-efficiency. The path to accomplishing this goal involves offering unmatched quality standards, which calls for faster machining with increased productivity and reduced reworks.
Faster machining only means one thing… preparing a metal part in minimal time-frames. As we all know, cutting is the most integral part of any metalworking process. The challenge at hands, is achieving improved cutting processes that involve increased precision, feed rates and depth of cuts. No matter how modern your overall manufacturing equipment is… the cutting process has the upper hand. As per research, cutting tool costs only account for 10-15 % of the total production costs. But to your surprise, investing in the best of cutting tools is the key to gaining maximum market share in your respective domain.

Carbide Based Cutting Tools!

What is carbide? And when regular steel-based cutting tools do the job, why invest in them?
Carbide, referring to the component tungsten carbide, is an industrial grade steel that is often applied to bits, blades and other different tools that are used for cutting metal and hardwood. Made from equal parts carbide and tungsten, it fares at least 3 times better in terms of strength compared to regular steel based products. Most metalworking tools that are tipped with this, have exhibited drastic improvements in performance and aided in reducing turnaround times.

High-quality carbide tools from Guhring
At MKIS, we truly understand the value of high-quality industry tool supply, and collaborate with only the world’s top vendors to supply the best products to our clients. Guhring is a pioneer in manufacturing Carbide-based cutting tools. Guhring tools are designed not just to fulfil a specific purpose, but also to bring value to the overall production process. They are built to last forever and undergo rigorous testing processes to ensure that the final product is free of any kind of flaws.

So why exactly do Guhring Tools have a premium price tag?

As discussed, innovating your cutting process is path to increasing quality standards, and working with regular cutting tools just won’t cut it.

When you need better quality in viable time-frames and budgets, you need tools that withstand super-high temperatures, high-speed abrasions, along with achieving cleaner cuts with minimum efforts. Needless to say, long-lasting! Guhring offers solid carbide and tipped carbide tools, built from pure carbide rods that are made in-house at their facilities. This makes it an unmatched contender in the cutting tools arena… A powerful weapon with a potential to revolutionize the machining industry war. Come tomorrow, and we will be looking at cutting tools in a whole different perspective.

The benefits of using Carbide-based cutting tools;

1. Carbide Tips Last Longer:
Carbide tips are made to last longer! When they break or wear out, new tops can be welded onto the cutting tools at most of the tool-sharpening shops. So the extra expense for buying carbide tools initially, can be easily balanced out during the replacement of the tips as they are highly affordable and last longer than you expect.

2. Achieves better surface finish quality:
As carbide is much denser in nature and is finished with harder abrasives like diamonds, it can resist high-speed abrasions and temperatures very well, providing a much better surface finish for the same amount of efforts.

3. Resistant to thermal deformations:
Due to its outstanding chemical composition, carbide can withstand extremely high temperatures and is more effective in retaining its cutting-edge shape. No matter how rigorous the cutting processes are, the cutting blade on your carbide tool will look sharp as ever.

4. Makes the experience more enjoyable:
Imagine metalworking like sculpting a piece of art. That’s exactly the experience carbide tools bring to the table, as the high-quality material offers an unparalleled performance in terms achieving deeper piercings, angled finishes and cleaner cuts. It just makes your life easier! With whole-hearted efforts going into every stroke of metal cutting, your end product comes out as true piece of art.

5. Reduces workload on the machines:
Due to its highly effective cutting results and longevity of the cutting blades, it’s safe to say that you are bound to make some energy savings from you cutting processes. Carbide tools cut through the toughest of surfaces with minimal efforts, reducing the workload on the operating machines.

In conclusion, the future of the machining industry lies on the edge of the cutting tools. We need to rethink how we equate our investments in cutting tools to our bottom lines and production costs. Carbide tools are the future, and Guhring seems to be at the forefront of it. We at MKIS believe in helping our clients progress faster in today’s ever-evolving industrial landscape. Our long-standing relations with Guhring allow us to offer our clients highly-customized tools for all their needs. We help them build an effective arsenal of Guhring drills & tools that will propel them to glory.

It is a well-accepted fact that regular rubber V-belts run a relatively shorter life on air handling units (AHUs) when operated in hot climates. Even under rigorous inspection, unexpected failures might lead to unavoidable circumstances resulting in overheating of public places making people uncomfortably hot. This results in frequent AHU downtime. In order to avoid this, many AHU controllers are upgrading from conventional rubber v-belts to high-performance composite (HPC) Link v-belts. HPC Link V-belts are found to reach 100% of their expected life at ambient temperatures up to 80°C (176°F). While rubber V-belts at the same temperature would reach 75% of their expected life. This is because the adhesion between rubber and reinforcing cords begins to break down as the internal operating temperature exceeds 30°C (86°F). This results in delamination and flex fatigue which denatures and cracks the rubber compound thereby causing premature belt failure.

The HPC Link V-belts from ‘Fenner Drive’ are superior to the rubber belts in at least 3 ways:

1. Fenner Belt is made of custom polyurethane elastomers reinforced with multiple piles of Polyester Fabric with excellent resistance to high operating temperatures.
2. They have a unique link design which results in belt constructions that limit heat build-up produced due to flexing.
3. They have a greater surface area which allows more space for effective heat dissipation as compared to a rubber v-belt with its solid construction.

All the above factors contribute to a lower internal belt temperature, and eventually, a longer belt life! HPC Link V-belts clearly outperform conventional rubber v-belts in the harshest and hottest of climates. On top of it, upgrading to HPC Link V-belts significantly reduces the belt installation time. HPC Link V-belts can be connected with cross-sections and make it as long as desired and then rolled on to an AHU drive as easily as a bicycle chain - no tools needed! To summarize the benefits, HPC V-belts saves downtime, reduces spare v-belt inventory, and keeps the building cool, 24x7.

Fenner Drives continues innovating new products to meet your ever-changing application needs and complement the use of HPC Link V-Belts. All HPC Link V-Belts have the same detachable link design and easy installation along with unique, value-added features that make them superior to alternative belting options. So what are you waiting for, contact MK industrial suppliers - the Fenner V belt Distributors in India, and upgrade to HPC Link V-belts today! With MK industrial suppliers you will find all kinds of industrial tool supply, ethically sourced from A-listed manufactured who are globally acclaimed for their quality products.

Choosing the right belting solution is the prerequisite for maintaining a high level of efficiency even at critical conditions. Fenner Drives is the name often associated with a top-quality range of HPC (High-Performance Composite) Link V-Belts. Made from custom polyurethane elastomers, reinforced with multiple plies of polyester fabric, these V-Belts are serving as the best alternatives to the conventional rubber V-belts. Suitable for heavy-duty and shock loaded applications, Fenner Link V-belts are extensively used in baggage handling systems, Pumps and compressors, HVAC, agricultural equipment and more.

Over the years, the Fenner Belt range has gained immense popularity in the engineering industry owing to its time-saving and cost-cutting benefits. And, if you want to avail the benefits of these Link V-Belts, MK Industrial Suppliers can help you. We are the leading distributor of Fenner Drives Link V-belts, sourcing the products directly from Fenner Drives and delivering them to you. Our connection with the trusted manufacturer (Fenner Drives) has always paid off well for the customers looking for quality industrial tool supply.

Benefits of Fenner Belt

1. • Industry Standard Power Rating: 

Similar to rubber V-Belts, Fenner Drives Link V-Belts come in standard cross-sections whose length can be easily adjusted to meet the process requirements. Comprising of PowerTwist Plus, NuTLink, and SuperTLink, the Fenner Drives Link V-Belts range is available in standard industry power ratings and can run in standard pulley grooves. These Link V-Belts act as permanent upgrades that save money and time and do not require changes in the associated drive components.

1. • Highly Durable: 

Manufactured from high-performance polyurethane/polyester composite materials, Fenner Drives Link V-Belts are highly durable and optimally functional even in the harsh operating conditions. Showing resistance against industrial chemicals, oils, grease, and other solvents, the Link V-Belts score over rubber belts in handling the hostile environment. They are also resistant to abrasions that ensure high performance even at high temperatures, ranging from 40°C to 116°C (-40°F to 240°F).

1. • Reduces V-Belt Inventory:

With Fenner Drives Link V-Belts, the need to manage and maintain the whole stock of V-Belts has been considerably reduced. The Fenner Drives Link V-Belt range including PowerTwist Plus, NuTLink and SuperTLink rules out the need for a facility to maintain an inventory of different rubber belts to cover all your drives. All you need is a pack of each, Z/10, A/13, B/17 And C/22 in stock, this will ensure quick servicing, easy belt replacement and smooth functioning.

1. • Easy Installation:

The ‘quick connect’ belt designs provide easier and faster belt installation, even on restricted access drives. Belts can be easily made up to the required length, by hand, and can be conveniently rolled onto a drive like a bicycle chain. Moreover, as the HPC Link V-Belts run on the industry standards pulley grooves, the need to dismantle drive components or change existing pulleys are eliminated.

1. • Minimal Maintenance:

Right belt tension is very important for the operational efficiency of the V-Belt drive. Fenner Drives HPC Link V-Belts, like other power transmission belts, might require re-tensioning after an initial “run in” period. But unlike conventional V-belts, with Fenner Drives Link V-Belts re-tensioning is simple; as there is no need to make any changes in the drive components.

1. • Simplified Drive Design:

The unique Link design of Classical and SP rated HPC Link  V-Belts allows designers to choose the optimum drive configuration, facilitating savings in component costs and assembly times. With HPC Link V-Belts having a self-tensioning feature and exhibiting low operational stretch, the need to incorporate belt tensioners and sliding motor bases into drive designs are eliminated. Further, there is greater flexibility as to the placement of the drive. It can be mounted on/in equipment to ensure quick and easy field maintenance.

1. • Reduced Vibration and System Noise:

Unlike conventional Rubber V-Belts, the high-performing Fenner Drives Link V-Belts, PowerTwist Plus, NuTLink and SuperTLink do not have continuous tension chords that often result in maximum vibrations. Hence, vibrations transmitted in the drive system can be effectively reduced considerably. Consequently, the system noise is also reduced and bearing life is extended.

From the above points, it can be concluded that the Fenner Drives Link V-Belts are the perfect replacement for the conventional Rubber V-Belts. It can solve many of the field problems traditionally associated with conventional Rubber V-belts and hence the Fenner Drives Link V-Belts are highly recommended for high performing operations.

The grinding wheel is a cutting & polishing abrasive tool. In a grinding wheel, the abrasive acts in the same fashion as a tooth acts in a saw except that the grinding wheel has the grains distributed throughout the wheel and not just in one direction. It takes millions of grain particles to form an abrasive which is then used to act against the work piece and cut or polish or shape the material. They are most commonly found in applications such as cutting & polishing tiles, metals, wood, ceramic & concrete and many other materials. While grinding wheels are highly efficient, choosing the wrong abrasive can bring irreversible harm to the work piece. Here’s an insight into choosing the right grains for your task with reference to Cumi Abrasives - the pioneers of Coated Abrasives, Bonded Abrasives, Nonwoven, Metalworking fluids and Power Tools in India. With extensive experience in the industrial tool supply business, MK Industrial suppliers are the leading suppliers of Cumi Products in India.

1. Aluminum Oxide:
   This material is known for its hardness and strength at a lesser cost as compared to other abrasive types. It is mostly used on metal or wood. Its low heat retention and low specific heat make it suitable for a wide array of grinding and sanding applications. It is used to remove minor welds and imperfections along with removing light stock, blending and finishing. It is used by carpenters on log furniture and other woods. In metals, they are mostly used on light ones such as alloy steel and aluminum. Aluminum Oxide is available in grits 24-600.

1. Zirconia Alumina:
   A bluish-green colored element also referred to as Zinc or Zirconium, it is perfect for coarse to medium grit applications on metal. Works best under high pressure such as stock removal on Chrome and chrome-nickel steel or high-alloy steel, which is required for the grain to fracture exposing new sharp edges. It has large fracture planes which self-sharpens as it cuts. It is employed for applications such as blending, deburring and weld removal. It can have a life span twice to that of an aluminum oxide disc when used in the proper application. Zirconia Alumina is available in grits 24-180.

1. Ceramic Alumina:
   Ceramic abrasives are long life & come with the fastest cutting rate of all coated abrasives. In terms of chronology, they are the youngest and the newest being a result of research and development. Hence, they possess better performance, are aggressive and provide a consistent cut under moderate to high pressure. It is a premium level abrasive for high heat generating applications such as stainless steel. The cool cutting technology for reducing heat and increasing performance is ideal for grinding and blending welds. Ceramic is available in grits 24-120.

1. Silicon Carbide:
   Black in color, Silicon Carbide is a hard and sharp synthetic abrasive. Silicon Carbide grains have traditionally been used for gemstone cutting and a standard for cabochon cutting. They are ideal for wet sanding, grinding and polishing gemstones. They have an excellent record on titanium, fiberglass, plastics, tile and masonry products. Silicon carbide abrasive grains are sharp enough to quickly remove any coatings such as adhesives, paint, acrylics, mastics, etc. Aggressive cutting action provides a clean, smooth finish on concrete, marble, granite, and other stonework.

1. Crocus
   Crocus, made from iron oxide, is reddish-brown in color and is used for ultra-fine polishing & cleaning of metals such as Gold. It is also used for light abrasion on metal surfaces such as camshafts, rotors, points, etc.

1. Emery
   It is brownish-black or dark gray in color and also happens to be the hardest mineral after diamond, making it the second hardest mineral. It is used more for cleaning and polishing and less for cutting. Unlike other abrasive materials, emery grains have more than one sharp edge on each particle. Hence, making them use more than once in a sandblasting operation. Understanding grinding wheel fundamentals can help you find the right wheel for the right job!

A cutting tool in metalworking is used for ‘machining’ - a type of manufacturing process where excess material is gradually sheared off in the form of a chip from a preformed blank. Cutting may be accomplished by single-point or multipoint tools. Single-point tools are used in turning, shaping, and similar operations, and remove material by means of one cutting edge while multipoint tools are used for milling and drilling or grinding.

Requirements for a Cutting Material

In order to perform an effective cutting operation, the cutting tool must be made of a material harder than the work material itself. The tool must also be able to endure the heat generated during machining. Often times, a cutter is wedge-shaped having a sharp edge, for smoothly and efficiently removing material applying minimum strength.

The tool must be designed according to a specific geometry, with clearance angles designed so that the cutting edge can contact the workpiece without the rest of the tool dragging on the workpiece surface, for effective cutting and smooth surface finish. According to the tool geometry, the cutting tools can be classified into solid cutting tools and carbide tipped tools. MK Industrial Suppliers, a leader in the industrial tool supply business for over 3 decades, presents you a list of cutting tools that are most commonly employed in the metal industry.

Types of Cutting Tools According to Their Applications

1. • Reamer

A reamer is a type of rotary cutting tool used in metalworking. ‘Reaming’ means to enlarge a hole. It is used to add finishing to the hole opened by a drill according to the required accuracy. Precision reamers are designed to enlarge the size of a previously formed hole by a small amount but with a high degree of accuracy to leave smooth sides. Non-precision reamers are used for basic enlargement of holes or for removing burrs. A burr is a raised edge or small piece of material which has remained attached to the workpiece after modification.

1. • Drill

A drilling machine is primarily used for cutting round holes into wall, metal, wood, etc or even for driving fasteners. This task is accomplished using a ‘drill bit’ which comes in various diameters and material composition to drill holes accordingly. MK industrial suppliers provide a range of Guhring drills which are best in class.

1. • Milling cutters

Milling is a cutting process where a cutter is used to remove the material from the surface of a metal or workpiece. It has multiple cutting edges on the outer surface or the end face of a disk or cylindrical body to cut the workpiece while rotating. Milling cutters are typically used in milling machines or machining centers to perform milling operations. Kyocera cutting tools is a notable manufacturer of a wide range of milling tools for a number of varied industries like construction, aerospace, machinery and automotive.

1. • Broach

A broach is a toothed tool used for machining the surface of a workpiece. This process is called broaching. Commonly machined surfaces include circular and non-circular holes, splines, keyways, and flat surfaces. Broaching is used when precision machining is required, especially for odd shapes. Broaches can be categorized based on their usage, purpose, direction of motion, construction & function.

1. • Tap & Dies

Taps and dies are tools used to carve a threading path on the screws. A tap is used to form the nut while a die is used to form a bolt. When a tap is used to cut or form threads, the process is called tapping, and when a die is used for the same, it is called threading. The cleaning up of thread is called chasing, for which both can be used.

1. • Chip Breaker

The purpose of a chip breaker is to improve chip control and reduce cutting resistance. The chips formed during the metal cutting are sharp and hot. This spells danger for the machine operator. The chip breaker deflects the continuous chip to a sharp angle so that they break into small manageable pieces. These small chips can then be removed by fluid or can be allowed to fall into the chip pan of the machine.

The compressions Hubs from Fenner Drives, known as B-LOC, are external locking devices that provide a unique method for mounting components without the need for a hub. This is accomplished by utilizing axial compression to hold the mounted component in place, while simultaneously using radial pressure to generate an interference fit with the shaft. This is ideal for mounting narrow components to a shaft like flat chain sprockets or mounting components that cannot be subjected to tensile (hoop) stresses. Here’s a detailed technical analysis of the B-LOC compression hubs by MK Industrial suppliers. MK industrial suppliers is a leading Industrial tool supply company and a MASTER DISTRIBUTOR For ‘Fenner Drives’ products such as Fenner Drives Link V-Belts (Power Twist, Nut Link, Super T Link, Power Twist Wedge Link V-Belt), Eagle PU Belts, B-Loc and Trantorque Keyless Locking Device among other industrial brands in India.

Operating fundamentals of B-LOC devices
B-LOC Compression Hubs differ from other keyless locking devices in how they engage the mounted component. The outer tapered rings are drawn together to generate an axial clamping force, instead of creating a radial force on the mounted component. In this way, the mounted component is not subjected to tensile stresses. This operating principle also allows narrow components to be mounted with a much better run out.

Recommended surface finish
Ideally, the shafts which are to be used with B-LOC compression hubs are recommended to have a surface finish anywhere between 32 & 125 micro inches. On the other hand, what’s not recommended is a smoother surface finish such as that found on components which are turned, ground and polished, as the union could result in a failure of connection. Note that using the combination of longitudinal abrasion and a filing sheet such as a bastard file or emery paper, the surface can be roughened for finishes below 32 micro inches / 0.8 micrometers. The recommended surface finish on the contact faces of the mounted component is between 32 and 250 micro inches (0.8 – 6.4 micrometer).

Concentricity
Concentricity is a complex tolerance used to establish a tolerance zone for the median points of a cylindrical or spherical part feature.The keyless locking devices by Fenner Drives are precision machined in order to increase concentricity and decrease runout. Several variables, including the components themselves, affect the final installed concentricity of mounted components. In the case of B-LOC Compression hubs, machining the bore and contacting faces of the mounted component to tight tolerances can help minimize the total runout.

Taking care of the B-LOC devices using adhesives & lubricants
B-LOC Keyless Locking devices are supplied with anaster oil specific to the product line. Oil is required to provide the necessary coefficient of friction to the sliding surfaces. Anaerobic adhesives such as Loctite, Permatex or similar compounds are not to be used with Fenner Drives Keyless Locking Devices as it could result in unknown contact pressures and capacities. CRC3-36 is the approved lubricant to use with B-LOC Compression Hubs.

What is B-LOC made of?
B-LOC Keyless locking devices are manufactured using carbon steels and heat treated alloy steels. In case the operational environment is corrosive, the corrosion resistance can be improved by sealing with grease or silicone, or by the use of protective cover plates and application of industry standard plating materials such as nickel, thin dense chrome, etc.

Fenner Drives is an industry expert in offering state-of-art products adding value to your business. They have a wide product range to facilitate motion transfer, power transmission, and application conveyance. MK Industrial Suppliers is a premium Fenner V-Belt distributors sourcing the products directly from ‘Fenner Drives’ and deliver them to the customer.

PowerTwist Drive, a new power transmission Link V-Belt from Fenner Drives, does not require re-tensioning after installation. This means there is no need to go back and take links out after installation. The V-Belt which comes in bright red & blue color, is the recommended link V-Belt for all power transmissions. The new product saves time, labor and money. Because tension is optimized with PowerTwist Drive, the equipment it serves runs better and more efficiently.

What’s new with the PowerTwist Drive

The Fenner Power Twist Link V-Belt is a significant development over both, rubber V-belts and the traditional link belting products which faced tension decay. They are now made of high-performance polyurethane/polyester composite material which is resistant to heat, cold, oil, grease, water and many common industrial and agricultural chemicals. The new polyurethane belts maintain optimal tension throughout the life of the belt. Polyurethane has higher abrasion, cut, and tear resistance. It can be manufactured with a higher hardness rating having better load bearing capacity. As an additional commercial upper hand, polyurethane can be easily colored and is resistant to many of the chemicals. It is also easier to mold into shapes and sizes in a cost effective manner. It reduces vibration in the drive system by 50 percent, limiting system noise and extending bearing life.

Reduced Cost, Longer Duration

Various tests conducted to track the tension decay of PowerTwist Drive against an earlier version of the product revealed that PowerTwist Drive maintained the required tension throughout the test in comparison to the previous product which required removal of links after a certain ‘run-in’ period. This helps heavily with the cost savings. POWERTWIST power ratings are comparable to standard RVBs.

Setup of PowerTwist Drive

The installation process of PowerTwist drive is similar to the PowerTwist link belting with the exception of the length of belt which may somewhat vary. Like all PowerTwist products, PowerTwist Drive drops right in to existing pulley setups. The speed recommendations are dependent on the pulley diameter. The linear speed capability of the V-Belt is 5,000 ft/min. When installed and tensioned correctly, it will not wear out standard steel or cast iron pulleys any faster than a RVB.

When it comes to industrial tool supply, MK Industrial Suppliers is a leading provider of Fenner Drives among other products. Apart from being fenner v belt distributors, MK industrial Suppliers also provides various Fenner Drives products such as, Power Twist Link V-Belt, Round belts, Power Twist Wedge-V belt, NeoLink V-Belts, NutLink V- Belt, SuperTLink Wedge V-Belts, Special conveyor beltings, Eagle Polyurethane Belting, Idlers & B-Loc, and Trantorque Keyless bushings.

A drilling machine and drill bits are one of the most fundamental hardware you can have in your home toolbox considering its applicability in just about any project. Be it a quick fix to your furniture, hanging an LED TV on your wall, or even a major room upgrade, those guhring drills in your house will get it done for you. But finding the right drill bit for your purpose can be quite a daunting task. Drill bits are available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and coating materials. It helps a great deal when you know your options. Here’s a quick overview of several types of drill bit materials and their design types brought to you by MK Industrial Suppliers - leaders in industrial tool supply & dealers in guhring tools.

Common Types of Drill Bit Materials

• Carbon Steel

Carbon steel bits are a bit inexpensive, but are not so firm on the hold and require frequent sharpening. They are mainly used only for drilling wood or a few soft metals. If they are overheated due to frictional heating while drilling, they may lose their temper, resulting in a soft cutting edge.

• High-speed steel

HSS bits are hard and much more resistant to heat as compared to high-carbon steel. They can be used to drill metal, hardwood, and most other materials at greater cutting speeds than carbon-steel bits.

• Cobalt (HSCO)

Cobalt is considered an upgrade from HSS because it includes 5-8% Cobalt blended into the base material. This is a great option for drilling into harder steel as well as stainless steel. However, they are a bit more brittle than HSS.

• Carbide (Carb)

Carbide is the hardest but most brittle of the drill bit materials. It’s used mostly for production drilling where a high-quality tool holder and equipment is used. It should not be used in hand drills or even drill presses. These drill bits are designed for the most demanding and hardest materials.

Types of Drill Bit Coatings

•  Black Oxide is an inexpensive black coating which helps reduce friction and increase chip flow. It also provides heat resistance and lubricity along with protection against corrosion. It is not suitable for nonferrous materials.

•  Titanium Nitride or TiN (gold color) is a very hard material used to coat a high-speed drill bit. It extends the drill life by at least 3 times. Even after sharpening, the coating provides an increased tool life.

•  Titanium Aluminum Nitride or TiALN (violet color) is similar to TiN except that it increases life by 5 times or more. It is used in high-alloy carbon steels, nickel-based materials, and titanium and not used for aluminum.

•  Titanium Carbon Nitride or TiCN (blue-gray color) is a coating superior to TiN. It is great for stainless steel, cast iron, and aluminum. It is harder and more wear-resistant than other coatings.

Design Features

•  Common drill point angles

The most common angles for drills are 118° and 135°. These angles are existent from the time when drilling was largely a manual process, and the drill bits were conventional conical shapes. The drill points found on most jobber drills are 118°. They are typically used for cutting into soft metals such as aluminum. The 135° variant, which is flatter than 118°, is best suited for hardened materials, such as stainless steel.

•  Flute Design

1. Standard – This type is the most common with 30° angles
2. Parabolic Design - The open structure of this design helps in the removal of the chip out of the hole. These are most effective in extra soft materials like plastics and aluminum.

It cannot be emphasized enough how cutting tools form an integral part of the machining industry. They have been around since ages and have just become more sophisticated with time. Almost every process associated with the mechanical industry such as drilling, cutting, profiling, welding, bending and milling requires some or the other sort of precision metal cutting tools. All of these tools are required to be high-grade so as to increase the productivity.

Being a part of the machining business, you must be well versed with the significance of precision tools. Moreover, as a business owner, the importance of high-grade industrial tool supply need not be stressed. But there are many out there who have minimum to no idea about the common tools and their brands. This article is all about metal cutting tools and the desired features to look for.

What is a Metal Cutting Tool?

You must have heard of Guhring drills, Guhring tools, Kyocera cutting tools, etc. These are metal cutting tools or drilling tools that serve the primary purpose of removing leftover material from a manufactured piece of metal by employing the process of shear deformation.

There are two main types of tools that are normally utilized for cutting and they are as follows:
• Single point tools
• Multi-point tools

Single point tools are majorly used to get rid of the extra material through cutting the edges during processes like shaping, plaining, turning and other related procedures. On the other hand, multipoint tools form a crucial part of processes like grinding, drilling and milling.

Features to Look Out While Buying a Tool:

• Persistence:

The first and most important quality of a tool should be persistence or resilience. It is very important to make sure that the cutting tool is harder than the material which is ultimately going to undergo the cutting process. Toughness is essential as without it the tool will not be able to withstand the heat which is produced whilst the cutting process.

• Precisely made:

The tool needs to be precisely made with the right geometry and clearance angles. This will facilitate smooth usage of the tool and also make the entire procedure efficient and beneficial.

• Should have a long shelf-life:

Normally these tools are pretty expensive and you cannot keep on investing in them again and again, hence, you need to find a reliable supplier who can provide you with tools that promise you a long and fruitful tool-life.
Now that you know what metal cutting tools are and what features you need to look for when purchasing them, you should also know where to buy them from. We at MK Industrial Suppliers are specialists when it comes to industrial tool supply. At MK Industrial Suppliers you will find a huge variety of industrial tools sourced from globally acclaimed companies. With us, you can rest assured that your hard earned money has been invested in the right place!