Amana Tool 45781 Carbide V-Groove 108 Deg. Folding For Composite Material Panels

The specially designed steel shank of the Carbide cutting tip is brazed to facilitate the cutting of grooves in composite building materials. By routing v-shaped grooves and removing the aluminum cover and part of the polyethylene core, the remaining material can be easily folded or creased by hand. The use of special amana-grade carbide provides a significantly longer tool life compared to carbide-tipped tooling.

Composite material panels, such as TCM, CCM, and ACM, are extensively used for cladding both exterior and interior applications, including office buildings, hospitals, convention centers, airports, and hotels. The material's exceptional durability makes it an excellent choice for various uses, such as buildings, signage, displays, and more.

This particular Carbide cutting tip, labeled as #45781, has the following specifications: diameter (D) of 1/2 inch, angle (a°) of 108°, cutting height (B) of 3/8 inch, shank (D) of 1/4 inch, overall length (L) of 2-1/8 inch, B1 of 5/32 inch, and is a Type ZRN coated V-Groove. It is recommended to operate this tool at a maximum RPM of 28,000 with 2 flutes. The tip width measures 0.090 inches, with an A1° of 36°. It is a solid carbide bit with a 108-degree V-groove, ideal for folding composite material panels like TCM, CCM, and ACM.

The router bit is made in the USA and features a Zirconium Nitride (ZrN) coating, which offers several benefits. The coating enhances the hardness and toughness of the cutting edge, allowing for a longer lifespan. It also helps to prevent material buildup in the flutes during cutting and allows the tool to run or spin at faster speeds compared to uncoated tools. The optimized flute geometry and low Total Indicated Runout (TIR) ensure clean cuts, essentially eliminating the need for sanding. Additionally, the coating reduces chatter, which is the vibration of the machine or workpiece, especially under high chip loads when used with low TIR spindles.

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