Speed up delivery with the EdgeX4
This solid-PCD cross-center-tipped drill meets production goals while reducing cost per hole.
Speed, strength, longevity and efficiency reportedly enable the EdgeX4 solid-PCD cross-center-tipped drill to meet production goals and reduce the cost per hole. Developed by West Ohio Tool Co., Russells Point, Ohio, the tool is applicable to any industry that drills composites, plastics, aluminum and other nonferrous metals.
“One of the ways that it’s faster is its four- to six-week delivery time,” said CFO Kaci King.
She said that is 75% faster than the standard lead time for PCD specials. In addition, the tool reduces cycle times.
“It runs at faster speeds because we use the strongest PCD material available,” King said.
She said the material improves wear resistance compared with a standard PCD grade.
PCD is measured by grain sizes that range from nanometers to hundreds of micrometers, usually referred to as nanocrystalline and microcrystalline, said Kerry Buchenroth, founder of West Ohio Tool. Smaller particles in higher quantities provide a higher-grade tool. The concentration of higher-quantity grain improves tool performance.
The twist-flute version of the EdgeX4 drill. Image courtesy of West Ohio Tool
King said the EdgeX4 offers a cutting speed that is up to three times faster than a solid-carbide drill. The drill’s cross-center tip eliminates all carbide cutting edges.
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