Gun Drill is a specialized tool originally created for producing gun barrels, hence the name implies its purpose. This tool is engineered to bore extremely deep and accurate holes, ensuring superior straightness, roundness, and surface finish in the process. Industries such as aerospace, automotive, mold making, medical devices, and hydraulics extensively utilize Gun Drills for their precision drilling needs.
Key Features
Deep Hole Capability:
Capable of drilling depths exceeding 100 times the diameter (100×D) or more.
High Precision:
Excellent straightness, roundness, and surface finish.
Single-Flute Design:
Easier chip evacuation, though it requires slower feed rates.
Internal Coolant Flow:
Enables continuous cutting and efficient chip removal.
Comparison with Other Drilling Methods
Feature | Gun Drill | Twist Drill | BTA Drill |
---|---|---|---|
Deep Hole Capability | Excellent (>100×D) | Limited (<5–10×D) | Superior (>150×D) |
Hole Quality | High | Moderate | High |
Chip Removal | Internal Coolant | External Coolant | Dual Flow (ID/OD) |
Cost | Medium | Low | High |
**DC** |
***LF*** |
**PL** |
DCONMS |
**BD** |
**LS** |
Insert |
10.00 |
184.50 |
1.800 |
20.00 |
9.60 |
50.0 |
ZSGT 06.. |
10.50 |
193.00 |
1.800 |
20.00 |
10.00 |
50.0 |
ZSGT 06.. |
11.00 |
209.00 |
1.800 |
20.00 |
10.60 |
50.0 |
ZSGT 06.. |
11.50 |
209.00 |
1.800 |
20.00 |
11.10 |
50.0 |
ZSGT 06.. |
12.00 |
225.00 |
1.800 |
20.00 |
11.50 |
50.0 |
LOGT 06.. |
12.50 |
226.00 |
1.800 |
20.00 |
12.00 |
50.0 |
LOGT 06.. |
13.00 |
238.00 |
1.800 |
25.00 |
12.50 |
56.0 |
LOGT 06.. |
13.50 |
245.00 |
1.800 |
25.00 |
13.00 |
56.0 |
LOGT 06.. |
Firearm Barrels:
Laser engraving finds its roots in the production of firearm barrels.
Automotive Industry:
Laser engraving is utilized in the automotive sector for various components including crankshafts, fuel injectors, and valve bodies.
Aerospace Components:
The aerospace industry benefits from laser engraving for applications such as fuel lines, hydraulic manifolds, and structural elements.
Mold Making:
Laser engraving plays a crucial role in creating cooling channels within injection molds for effective and efficient mold making processes.
Medical Devices:
Laser engraving is integral in the fabrication of medical devices like surgical tools, bone drills, and cannulas, ensuring precision and quality in the healthcare sector.