CarbideMax™ 55mm TCT Broach Cutters (108020)

£30.00

The CarbideMax™ 55 Series will broach up to 50mm thickness of metal. Individually brazed cutting teeth made from Tungsten Carbide are capable of drilling through the toughest steels. The HMT CarbideMax range uses Premium Grade Sandvik Tungsten Carbide teeth, one of the hardest materials available for use in cutting tools....
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The CarbideMax™ 55 Series will broach up to 50mm thickness of metal.

Individually brazed cutting teeth made from Tungsten Carbide are capable of drilling through the toughest steels.

The HMT CarbideMax range uses Premium Grade Sandvik Tungsten Carbide teeth, one of the hardest materials available for use in cutting tools. This means cutters are capable of drilling through the toughest steels whilst maintaining their strength & cutting surface for up to 10x longer than traditional HSS cutters.

The elaborate geometry of CarbideMax broach cutters means the teeth of the cutter do all the work. This reduces strain on the tool body and means that a strong but thin flexible alloy can be used for its construction.

Thinner walls means CarbideMax tools need to remove less material from the work piece resulting in a faster cut and quieter, easier drilling.

Greater job site efficiencies and fewer stops as fewer tools are reordered and replaced.

CarbideMax - Longer life, faster cuts, ultimate value for money


Product Benefits

  • Up to 10x longer life than traditional HSS Cutters
  • 64% Faster cuts than HSS cutters
  • Elaborate cutting geometry for faster, quieter drilling
  • Chatter free performance

CarbideMax55 Broach Cutters

CarbideMax FAQ Section
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Q: How many holes can I expect CarbideMax TCT Cutters to last
We have many customer reports and testimonials of cutters lasting hundreds of holes or well over a thousand holes in structural grade materials. However our tools are often used in a tough environment, sometimes with less than ideal working conditions so it can vary widely depending on the application and the user life expectancy. If you are getting less than 100-200 holes as a rule of thumb we can look at your application and most likely suggest some improvements to help increase life expectancy.

Q: Can I use CarbideMax TCT Cutters for drilling stainless and other hard materials.
CarbideMax TCT Cutters are suitable for drilling stainless steel. For optimum tool life We recommend using reduced RPM speeds and additional lubrication, preferably BioCut Blue

Q: Can I drill through Hardox and Wear Plate materials with CarbideMax TCT Cutters
Yes CarbideMax TCT Cutters are capable of drilling through Hardox and other wear plate materials. However for optimum life expectancy we reccomend using our special Ultra Coated CarbideMax TCT Cutters with ample BioCut Blue lubricant.

Q: Why have I chipped or broken a tooth on my CarbideMax TCT Cutter
This can be due to a range of issues such as too much feed pressure (force used) too much chatter or vibration due to poorly maintained slides, the magnet or workpiece moving during the cut, or too much swarf building up in the hole causing the cutter to jump and chip. If the Cutter withstands the cutting forces of drilling 1 or 2 holes and then breaks while in use, there is not a quality issue with the cutter

Q: What RPM speed should I use with a particular size CarbideMax TCT Cutter
Refer to the RPM guide which you can download which advises the reccomended RPM for different diameters in different material grades

Q: How can I access further technical support or submit a warranty claim for my CarbideMax TCT Cutter
Please click here to access our product support area and warranty claim forms. If making a warranty claim please fill in the appropriate warranty form, providing us with as much of the requested information as possible and one of our technical team will review the feedback and be in touch shortly.
Compatible for use with the following brands of Magnetic Drilling Machines
  • Cembre
  • Karnasch
  • HMT VersaDrive
  • Alfra
  • RotaBroach
  • MagBroach
  • Ruko
  • JEI
  • Fein
  • Universal
  • Magtron
  • Jancy
  • Hougen
  • Euroboor
  • Milwaukee
  • Unitec
  • Nitto
  • DeWalt
  • Halls Powerbor

AKA: These products are also known as:
  • Annular Cutters
  • Broach or broaching cutters
  • Slugger type cutters
  • Hardline cutters
  • Magnet drill cutters
  • Magdrill cutters
  • Electromagnetic drilling machine cutters
  • Slug cutters
  • Magnetic drilling cutters
  • Mag drill bits
  • Magnetic drill bits
  • Hole cutter bits
  • Turbo cutters
  • Weldon shank annular cutters
  • ¾” Shank cutters
  • carbide cutters
1. Best Practice Advice - How to get the best out of your CarbideMax Broach Cutter
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  1. Centre punch or pilot drill the surface for accurate hole start.
  2. Follow guidelines to set correct RPM speed. Incorrect RPM can lead to poor life or tool breakage.
  3. Apply firm, steady feed pressure throughout the cut, applying the feed very slowly and cautiously during the first 1mm of cut.
  4. Avoid lateral movement or tilting which can cause damage to the cutter.
  5. Ensure regular application of quality cooling lubricant, especially when drilling thick or hardened materials.
  6. Hardened or heat-affected materials may require higher torque, reduced RPM and feed rates and extra coolant.
  7. Regularly check that Magnet Drill slides, handles, arbors and movable parts have not vibrated loose over time.
  8. Ensure a debris free surface of sufficient steel thickness for strong magnet hold when Magnet Drilling.
  9. For drilling holes in steel thicker than 25mm it is recommended to ventilate the hole frequently to clear the swarf.
  10. When drilling multiple layers of steel CarbideMax Stack Laminate cutters are designed with a special tooth geometry to avoid stuck slugs.
  11. Selecting the correct machine will often result in better life from the consumables and a quicker completion of the task.
  12. If there is another material behind the metal that is being drilled (for example concrete) and the cutter tips contact this material, it can significantly shorten the tool life
2. RPM guide - Best RPM values for broaching a range of different materials
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Use the table below to identify the recommended RPM for your hole size and material.


3. Key Dimensions and Measurements
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Broach cutter key dimensions
  • Data Sheet & Best Practice Guide

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