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MOLDINO Introduces New Inserts for TA4F High Feed Tool

MOLDINO, headquartered in Sumida, Tokyo, is set to expand its product lineup by launching new inserts for the Alpha High Feed Radius Mill, known as the TR4F, on June 20, 2025. The TR4F, which was initially released in April 2020, has been widely appreciated in the machining industry due to its exceptional capabilities in rough machining applications. In response to strong market demands and the desire to further enhance efficiency, MOLDINO has developed additional features designed to solve previously encountered challenges.

Development Background

The TR4F was created with the intention of establishing a benchmark for high-efficiency rough machining tools. Since its debut, the tool has undergone numerous advancements, each underscoring its competitive edge. However, the product faced issues wherein the insert's edge strength was improved, inadvertently increasing the main spindle load of the machines it's used in, especially when cutting softer materials like mild steel and cast iron. These materials exhibited high cutting resistance compared to similar products, restricting the TR4F from demonstrating its full range of capabilities.

To remedy this, MOLDINO has designed a new insert featuring a low-resistance shape known as the LF Breaker along with a novel insert material type JS4160, tailored specifically for efficient machining of mild steel and carbon steel. This development is pivotal not only for enhancing productivity but also for addressing customer needs for better performance.

Product Features and Advantages

TR4F

• - Compatibility with Large Molds: The TR4F harnesses the machine’s full capacity, catering even to large mold machining tasks.
• - Sturdy Design: The tool is designed to resist chipping even during interrupted cuts, maximize wall durability, and minimize the risk of chip jamming.
• - Economically Efficient: Featuring a unique insert with four cutting edges, it strikes a balance between high cutting performance and cost-effectiveness.

LF Breaker Inserts

• - Reduced Cutting Resistance: The insert is designed with sharp edges and a twisted cutting geometry that significantly lowers cutting resistance compared to earlier models.
• - Lower Spindle Loads: This design helps maintain lower spindle loads even under high-efficiency conditions, effectively suppressing vibrations even at extended protrusion lengths.
• - Versatile Application: Though optimized for high-speed cutting, it is also reliable under standard intermittent cutting conditions.

Material Type JS4160

• - Balanced Toughness and Heat Resistance: Utilizing a super-hard substrate with exceptional toughness and heat resistance, combined with an advanced coating membrane, JS4160 provides stability and longevity in high-efficiency machining environments.
• - Ideal for Softer Materials: Particularly suitable for SS, SC, and SCM materials, it facilitates stable processing in cases where material hardness is below 35 HRC, along with compatibility for wet machining processes.

Recommended Machining Applications

These new inserts are particularly recommended for rough cutting tasks involving molds and metal components, allowing for enhanced productivity and efficiency.

Specifications

• - LF Breaker Inserts: A total of six items are included.
• - Material type JS4160: Featuring six different items (two of which overlap), summing up to a total of ten items.

Pricing

• - Prices range from ¥1,650 to ¥2,160 (excluding tax).

Launch Details

• - Release Date: June 20, 2025
• - Product Information Link: MOLDINO TR4F Product Details

MOLDINO's initiative reflects its commitment to providing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clientele, ensuring that modern machining challenges can be effectively addressed with advanced tooling technology.