Exchangeable Tip Drilling is a drilling technique that involves employing a tool body that can be reused and is equipped with replaceable cutting tips. This method is advantageous for high-volume machining activities as it provides cost-effectiveness, consistent performance, and minimizes downtime.
The key feature of Exchangeable Tip Drilling is the ability to replace only the cutting tips when they wear out or become damaged, instead of discarding the entire tool. This not only saves money in the long run but also ensures that the drilling process remains efficient and reliable.
Key Advantages of Exchangeable Tip Drilling:
Reduced Tooling Costs
Only the tip needs to be replaced, minimizing the cost per hole compared to solid drills.
Minimized Downtime
Quick and easy tip changes reduce machine setup time and increase productivity.
Consistent Hole Quality
Precision-manufactured tips ensure high repeatability in hole diameter, roundness, and surface finish.
Extended Tool Body Life
The durable tool holder can be reused for many cycles, reducing waste and total tool replacement frequency.
High Flexibility
A single tool body can accommodate different tip geometries and sizes for various materials and applications.
Lower Inventory Requirements
Fewer complete tools need to be stocked; just a range of tips and a few tool bodies are sufficient.
Environmentally Friendly
Less material waste compared to replacing entire drills supports sustainable manufacturing practices.
Indexable Drill | Exchangeable Tip Drills |
Modular Replaceable Tip Bits | Exchangeable Tip Drills |
Cutting | Dc | L2 | L1 | |||
Order Code | Edges No. | Matching Drill Body | ||||
Seat Size | ||||||
EP065-P-1250 | 2 | 12.50 12.70 | 5.4 | 10.6 | C | EP-G8810.-125-B16 |
EP065-P-1270 | 2 | 12.8 | 5.4 | 10.6 | C | |
EP065-P-1280 | 2 | 5.4 | 10.6 | C | ||
EP065-P-1300 | 2 | 13.00 13.10 | 5.4 | 10.6 | C | EP-G8810.-13-B16 |
EP065-P-1310 | 2 | 13.2 | 5.4 | 10.6 | C | |
EP065-P-1320 | 2 | 5.4 | 10.6 | C | ||
EP065-P-1350 | 2 | 13.5 | 5.4 | 10.6 | C | EP-G8810.-135-B16 |
EP065-P-1351 | 2 | 13.51 13.70 13.80 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | EP-G8810.-136-B16 |
EP065-P-1370 | 2 | 13.89 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | |
EP065-P-1380 | 2 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | ||
EP065-P-1389 | 2 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | ||
EP065-P-1400 | 2 | 14.00 14.10 14.20 14.29 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | EP-G8810.-14-B16 |
EP065-P-1410 | 2 | 14.4 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | |
EP065-P-1420 | 2 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | ||
EP065-P-1429 | 2 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | ||
EP065-P-1440 | 2 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | ||
EP065-P-1450 | 2 | 14.5 | 5.8 | 11.1 | B | EP-G8810.-145-B16 |
EP065-P-1451 | 2 | |||||
EP065-P-1468 | 2 | |||||
EP065-P-1480 | 2 | 14.51 14.68 | 6.2 | 11.6 | A | EP-G8810.-146-B20 |
14.8 | 6.2 | 11.6 | A | |||
6.2 | 11.6 | A | ||||
EP065-P-1500 | 2 | 15.00 15.08 | 6.2 | 11.6 | A | EP-G8810.-15-B20 |
EP065-P-1508 | 2 | 15.3 | 6.2 | 11.6 | A | |
EP065-P-1530 | 2 | 6.2 | 11.6 | A | ||
EP065-P-1550 | 2 | 15.50 15.60 15.70 | 6.2 | 11.6 | 4 | EP-G8810.-155-B20 |
EP065-P-1560 | 2 | 15.8 | 6.2 | 11.6 | A | |
EP065-P-1570 | 2 | 6.2 | 11.6 | A | ||
EP065-P-1580 | 2 | 6.2 | 11.6 | A | ||
EP065-P-1588 | 2 | 15.88 16.00 16.10 16.20 16.25 16.33 16.40 16.50 | 7 | 12.6 | 1 | EP-G8810.-16-B20 |
EP065-P-1600 | 2 | 16.9 | 7 | 12.6 | 1 | |
EP065-P-1610 | 2 | 7 | 12.6 | 1 | ||
EP065-P-1620 | 2 | 7 | 12.6 | 1 | ||
EP065-P-1625 | 2 | 7 | 12.6 | 1 | ||
EP065-P-1633 | 2 | 7 | 12.6 | 1 | ||
EP065-P-1640 | 2 | 7 | 12.6 | 1 | ||
EP065-P-1650 | 2 | 7 | 12.6 | |||
EP065-P-1690 | 2 | 7 | 12.6 | 1 |
Example Ordering:EP065-P-1900 such as EP065-P-1900(workpiece material type P);EP065-M-1900(workpiece material type M);EP065-S-1900(workpiece material type S)
Exchangeable tip drilling finds applications in the automotive industry for drilling engine blocks, cylinder heads, and transmission components. The process is ideal for high-volume and high-speed drilling of materials like cast iron, steel, and aluminum alloys.
Within the aerospace industry, exchangeable tip drilling is used for aircraft structural components and landing gear parts. It excels in drilling high-strength alloys such as titanium and Inconel.
In general machining operations, exchangeable tip drills are often employed in CNC machining centers and multi-spindle machines. They offer efficient holemaking capabilities for various mechanical parts and tools.
In the oil & gas and energy sector, exchangeable tip drilling is utilized for valve bodies, pumps, and pipeline components. It enables deep hole drilling in tough materials such as stainless steels.
For heavy equipment and construction machinery applications, exchangeable tip drilling is utilized for drilling large frame components, gear housings, and hydraulic systems. The process provides durable drilling performance under high torque loads.
In the die & mold industry, exchangeable tip drilling is used for pre-drilling applications related to EDM or cooling channels. It excels in precision holemaking in hardened tool steels.
Within metal fabrication processes, exchangeable tip drilling is applied to structural steel fabrication and tubular assemblies. It offers fast and reliable drilling in beams, plates, and hollow sections.