Tool Holder & Parting/Grooving Tool
Advanced Indexable Turret Tooling – US Patent US20240100608A1
Advanced Indexable Turret Tooling – US Patent US20240100608A1
US20240100608A1
2023
Published Application
B23B25/06 - Manufacturing & Tooling
Front view rendering of the tool holder and parting/grooving tool.
Isometric rendering showing the tool holder in context.
Tool holder installed on indexable turret assembly.
Perspective view of the tool holder.
Sandvik Coromant developed an advanced parting and grooving system designed to optimize modern CNC parting operations due to its greatly increased stability, however, this tooling system only works on lathes with Y-Axis. My solution solves the limits on the wide adoption of this tooling system by allowing it to be used in any lathe, not just those with Y-Axis capabilities.
The design balances competing demands of rigidity, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness while delivering measurable improvements in machining performance.
Superior tool rigidity for high feed parting operations.
Optimized geometry for improved surface finish and tool life.
Rapid tool changes and flexible adaptation to various machines.
High feed parting reducing cycle time and increasing productivity.
The tool holder and parting/grooving tool were developed to meet the demands of deep grooving, vibration reduction, and rapid tool change in modern CNC machining. The mounting portion, projected portion, and recess geometry enable secure, repeatable positioning and minimize collision risk. Modular blade/insert systems and internal coolant channels further enhance performance and longevity.
The tool holder's mounting portion is secured to the CNC turret via a precision hole pattern.
Parting/grooving blade and insert are clamped in the projected portion's recess for optimal alignment.
Cutting edge is positioned for deep grooving/parting with minimized overhang and vibration.
Optional internal coolant channels direct flow to the cutting zone for chip evacuation and tool longevity.
This tooling system exemplifies my ability to solve real-world manufacturing challenges with innovative, patentable solutions. It demonstrates expertise in mechanical design, process optimization, and cross-functional engineering—skills directly transferable to any advanced manufacturing environment.
This patent is a testament to my approach: blending deep technical knowledge with practical, shop-floor experience to create solutions that deliver measurable results. Let’s bring this same innovation to your next project.