What cutting tools are used in the processing of linear slide rails?
Rough machining stage
Milling: Preliminary shape processing using a milling machine and milling cutter, removing large amounts of material to form a rough outline that is close to the final shape.
Drilling: Drill the fixing holes or lubricating oil holes of the slide rail.
finishing stage
Precision milling: Use precision milling cutters to further improve the dimensional accuracy and surface quality of the slide rails.
Grinding: Use grinders and abrasives to finely grind the working surface of the slide rail to meet the requirements of high precision and high finish.
Special processing
Keyway machining: If keyways are included in the slide design, they may be machined using a milling cutter or a specialized cutting tool.
Thread processing: For parts of the slide rail that need to be fixed or connected, a tapping tool may be used to process internal threads.
surface treatment
Plunge milling: Use special tools to process the surface of the slide rail to form a specific surface texture or increase the storage space for lubricating oil. Although this step may be more surface treatment, it is also a form of cutting.