Turning chisel - New design

[wood-of-1kind]

I recently completed this personal carbide turning chisel. Utilizing 15x15 mm R6 solid carbide insert that is mounted on a machine tool (black oxide)
frame. You will notice the textured aluminum oversized handle and the interior mounted wood turned handle. What I have done is basically created a
handle within another handle. This was done to minimize or at least reduce tool vibration, especially when turning larger spindles. For a larger tool, it is not very heavy but still feels solid. Feel free to ask questions or simply leave a comment if you care to. Thanks.

 

[Curly]

What is the overall length? It looks a little short but maybe it is the picture. I have always used traditional tools at around 18" long give or take.

 

[howsitwork]

interesting idea.I have seen people use lead shot inside a hollow handle to reduce vibration by dampening.

Not tried it yet though as I can generally get away with changing tool angle or lathe speed to remove it ( chatter)

 

[wood-of-1kind]

What is the overall length? It looks a little short but maybe it is the picture. I have always used traditional tools at around 18" long give or take.

Pete, overall length is 14"

 

[sorcerertd]

That handle has a pretty large grip surface. It should certainly be easier on the hands. If my trigger thumb doesn't ease up, I might make some different handles to see what works for it.

 

[MedWoodWorx]

I recently completed this personal carbide turning chisel. Utilizing 15x15 mm R6 solid carbide insert that is mounted on a machine tool (black oxide)
frame. You will notice the textured aluminum oversized handle and the interior mounted wood turned handle. What I have done is basically created a
handle within another handle. This was done to minimize or at least reduce tool vibration, especially when turning larger spindles. For a larger tool, it is not very heavy but still feels solid. Feel free to ask questions or simply leave a comment if you care to. Thanks.

Can you show a close up of the tools tip? I would like to make a similar carbide holder but i am thinking about inox steel. Is ordinary steel better for this?cheers

 

[wood-of-1kind]

Can you show a close up of the tools tip? I would like to make a similar carbide holder but i am thinking about inox steel. Is ordinary steel better for this?cheers

Hello Mike. Using inox (stainless steel) is a good choice if material is available. Please give me a few days and I will gladly
post pictures showing the head profile that I prefer to securely fasten the carbide insert to the main body.

 

[GFHWoodWerks]

Using inox (stainless steel) is a good choice

Can you please elaborate why you prefer stainless?

 

[MedWoodWorx]

Can you please elaborate why you prefer stainless?

well because it will not rust that easily

 

[wood-of-1kind]

Can you show a close up of the tools tip? I would like to make a similar carbide holder but i am thinking about inox steel. Is ordinary steel better for this?cheers

Here is a photo of a popular carbide tool & how they mount their insert(s) on the body of the tool. Will post my personal photos in a few days.

 

[wood-of-1kind]

Can you show a close up of the tools tip? I would like to make a similar carbide holder but i am thinking about inox steel. Is ordinary steel better for this?cheers

Hi Mike, here are a few photos of the tip of my carbide tool. When making your own tool, it is very important to have a nice tight fit between the carbide insert and the body of the tool. In case you were wondering, I use a M5x10 FH (flat head) screw to mount the carbide insert.

 

[MedWoodWorx]

Hi Mike, here are a few photos of the tip of my carbide tool. When making your own tool, it is very important to have a nice tight fit between the carbide insert and the body of the tool. In case you were wondering, I use a M5x10 FH (flat head) screw to mount the carbide insert.

Very accurate word, thank you for sharing. No way i can do that with an angle grinder..what tools did u use?

 

[wood-of-1kind]

Very accurate word, thank you for sharing. No way i can do that with an angle grinder..what tools did u use?

 

[wood-of-1kind]

Very accurate word, thank you for sharing. No way i can do that with an angle grinder..what tools did u use?

I used to sell carbide tools which I designed. They were manufactured in a Top Tier machine shop here in Canada. If
you make them yourself, having access to a milling machine would be nice. My tools were made with quality and precision and am proud to say that I never had a single tool returned for credit. Ultimately you get what you pay for.

 

[MedWoodWorx]

I used to sell carbide tools which I designed. They were manufactured in a Top Tier machine shop here in Canada. If
you make them yourself, having access to a milling machine would be nice. My tools were made with quality and precision and am proud to say that I never had a single tool returned for credit. Ultimately you get what you pay for.

This explains a lot! Unfortunately i live in a small town and there isnt a serious machinists shop around.. i have seen a few diy videos and i was thinking to give it a try and see what happens. Thanks for sharing once again, cheers