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80 www.CNC-West.com CNC WEST June/July 2018 New Products readout to assume the tasks of both master and slave. New Series Grades for Cutting Steel —Sumitomo Electric Carbide Sumitomo Electric Carbide, Inc., offers AC8000P series grades for steel turning. They feature advanced Absotech Platinum CVD coating for a longer tool life . TheAC8000P series consists of this patented CVD coating, a surface layer and a smooth surface treatment from the crystal orientation process.Three grades are available to meet a complete range of application requirements. The AC8015P grade offers enhanced wear resistance during high-speed, high- efficiency steel cutting. The AC8025P grade is reliable during general-purpose steel cutting. Its special surface treatment results in improved tool surface smoothness, as well as adhesion and chipping resis- tance. The AC8035P grade provides enhanced stability during interrupted steel cutting. Mini Tools Vertical Inserts/ Toolholders —Carmex Tools The carbide shank toolholders from Carmex Precision Tools Ltd. offer vibration resistance and longer reach. The vertical inserts are constructed of BLU-Sub-micron grade carbide with advanced PVD triple layer coating for high heat resistance, smoother cutting operation and better finish. The tool- holders feature through coolant, and inserts can be quickly indexed. Capable of threading, grooving, boring, profiling and chamfering, these units are suitable for long threads or long-reach applications, as well as small diameter, course pitch threads. JimWhite, National Sales Manager for Carmex USA, said, “The increased