A customer recently sent us this video showing the successful drilling of a 26mm Ø hole through a 25 mm thick Hardox 400 (Acier 400) wear plate using our Endurance Plus cutter. Hardox 400 is specifically designed to resist wear and abrasion, making it one of the more demanding materials to machine. To achieve the best results, the drill was carefully set up with all column movement eliminated, cutting fluid fed directly through the cutter head, and the machine run at approximately 200 RPM.

The drill was set up to eliminate column movement, cutting fluid was fed directly through the cutter head, and the machine was run at approximately 200 RPM. Throughout the drilling process, the operator maintained a consistent light-to-medium feed pressure while closely monitoring swarf evacuation and cutter feedback. The result was a clean, accurate hole with excellent cutter performance in a challenging application.

Designed for demanding steels and abrasive materials, the Endurance Plus range combines premium-grade carbide tips, robust body construction and exceptional wear resistance to help fabricators achieve faster drilling, longer tool life and greater reliability in tough applications.

If you're drilling Hardox, wear plate or other high-strength steels, Endurance Plus cutters are built to deliver where standard cutters can struggle.

Watch the video to see the cutter in action, and download our 'Best Practice Guide to Drilling and Countersinking Hardox' for expert advice on speeds, feeds, and setup techniques that maximise performance and cutter life.

Need advice on your application? Contact our technical team today to discuss the best cutter for the job. Download your copy of the Best Practice Guide here: https://zurl.co/ef9AC.

The JEI range is further enhanced by the Steelbeast® range of fabrication solutions, designed to prepare steel for further processes, with a complete range of solutions for plate and pipe bevelling, punching, sawing, grinding and weld automation.

JEI customers are supported by our highly experienced sales team and technical and service personnel. Our knowledgeable team provides exceptional customer service and is always on hand to assist in finding the perfect solution for your project needs, whether you are based in the UK or elsewhere. Please contact us at sales@jeisolutions.co.uk or call +44 (0) 1706 229490 to discuss your requirements.

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