Material Guide
Workpiece material is the single biggest factor in tool geometry, coating, and cutting parameter selection. The industry-standard starting point is the ISO 513 classification — see the full ISO Material Classification reference.
General Matching Principles
- P (steel): generally tolerant of a wide range of geometries and speeds; the most common starting point for general tooling.
- M (stainless steel): work-hardens easily — consistent feed per tooth and sharp edges matter more than in free-machining steels.
- K (cast iron): produces short, abrasive chips — abrasion resistance matters more than toughness.
- N (non-ferrous): soft and gummy — sharp edges and good chip evacuation prevent built-up edge.
- S (superalloys/titanium): low thermal conductivity concentrates heat at the cutting edge — reduced speeds and rigid setups are standard practice.
- H (hardened steel): abrasive and demanding on the edge — higher-hardness substrates and finer geometries are typically favored.
EUROCUT's specific material recommendations, by variant, are pending final manufacturer confirmation.