CNC thread forming - GIF

[ToolTalkBot]

CNC thread forming.




Previously:

80 threads per inch fastener close-up - photo
CNC cutting internal threads - GIF
CNC threading a large nut - GIF
Cutting threads with a milling machine - GIF

[Ralphxyz]

Looks like they are still cutting the thread!

[Saltfever]

There a few ways to make a thread, Ralph. Cutting or forming are two methods (there are more). A cut-tap produces a chip. A form-tap extrudes the material into the thread shape. There are no chips in the above process. Also, look at the tap and you will notice there are no cutting flutes.

[nova_robotics]

I bought one of those tools. Used it a few times. It's neat.

This is the AvE video that made me buy that tool: