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    Options for micro cutting

    If your manufacturing business uses micro cutting, you have probably seen the increasing number of features and options. AdvancedManufacturing.org said, "Solid-carbide micro cutting tools about the diameter of human hair or smaller—some producing parts visible only under a microscope—are making a huge impact on manufacturing highly advanced electronics, automotive and aerospace fuel injection systems, and medical instruments and implants." These tools are also becoming more customizable, and many factories are taking advantage of those custom options!

    Recommended ReadMicro Cutting Tool Options Expand as Applications IncreaseSource: http://advancedmanufacturing.org

    Solid-carbide micro cutting tools about the diameter of human hair or smaller—some producing parts visible only under a microscope—are making a huge impact on manufacturing highly advanced electronics, automotive and aerospace fuel injection systems, and medical instruments and implants. Read More

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