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Our Eliminator conical barrel tools are highly efficient at finishing and semi-finishing, ideal for profiling flanks, steep walls, flat planes, and faces with minimal curvature.
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We work with customers, universities, specialist partners, and our own Quicklab R&D to meet and exceed the demands of the aerospace industry. Our Infinite Possibilities® for tooling meet and exceed the demands of your aerospace manufacturing and production requirements.
Aerospace Blisk Tooling
Blisks on the cold compressor side of the engine are made of titanium, while the hot turbine side requires blisks made of heat-resistant superalloys (HRSA). Successful machining is typically achieved using 5-axis machines along with optimized tools and process knowledge for HRSA and titanium
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of carbide heads to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
QVari with XRed coating for roughing and finishing
Our QVari End Mills feature a unique 4-flute carbide design with variable helix and index. The XRed coating provides superior wear resistance and long tool life. It is ideal for roughing and finishing exotic alloys.
QVari-5 is perfect for milling and finishing superalloys
QVari-5 End Mills are a 5-flute variable carbide end mill with XRed coating enabling high feed rates with reduced vibration for stable machining. It is suitable for steel, stainless steel, titanium, and superalloys.
QVari-7 increases material removal rates and manages swarf
Our Qvari-7 is a 7-flute end mill suited for trochoidal milling in stainless steel, titanium, and exotic alloys. It enables high feed rates and stability in many applications, along with excellent swarf management.
Mirage handles multiple applications in titanium and superalloys
The Mirage 4-flute end mill has increased metal removal rates (MMR) and is suitable for trochoidal milling that allows for full flute engagement. Our chip breakers provide a secure cutting action to help reduce cycle times.
Mirage Super’s design takes it to new heights of performance
The new Mirage Super is made of the toughest substrate with a resistant coating and polished flutes for high wear in critical parts produced in superalloys.
Typhoon is the ultimate performer in tapered tooling
Typhoon taper tools are one of our biggest sellers for machining flat tapered walls. They produce better and more consistent finishes without the witness marks caused when using multiple passes.
Zodiac adds another dimension to ballnose end milling
Zodiac’s 4-flute ball end mills provide highly efficient swarf evacuation, enabling high-speed and feed machining with great stability. It excels at roughing and finishing in numerous materials.
Warrior is a 2-flute carbide ball nose for 3D surface machining
The Warrior 2-flute ball nose is a cutting-edge tool that blends a micro-grain solid carbide substrate with an innovative XTF coating, delivering exceptional durability and performance.
Samurai features a 4-flute ball end mill for hardened tool steels
The Samurai is a high-performance, 4-flute solid carbide ball nose tool, expertly engineered for precision machining of aero foil dies, moulds, and complex 3D surfaces.
Spectre machines deep pockets efficiently
Spectre is a solid carbide-coated high-feed tool developed with 3 flutes to machine deep pockets in aerospace components. The large radii enable excellent stability when roughing at high feed rates.
Phantom is designed to be remanufactured multiple times
Our phantoms deliver 5-6 times the tool life compared to standard end mills during roughing operations, making them excellent for machining durable materials like titanium and stainless steel, and also able to be remanufactured numerous times.
Aerospace Central Wing Box tooling
The central wing box is produced from a mix of materials like composites, aluminum, and titanium, which can make the manufacturing process more complex. These different materials pose challenges when trying to achieve a critical surface finish. Additionally, dealing with issues like chip removal, maintaining production efficiency, and providing good hole quality becomes trickier due to the variations in material properties.
Fusion Range offers high-performance carbide composite cutters
We’ve been crafting innovative tools that boost productivity in trimming, milling, routing, drilling, and reaming composite materials for years. Fusion range is part of that tradition.
Aerospace Engine Mount tooling
The deep slot is the central feature that presents the most significant challenge in these engine mounts. Its complexity arises from its depth and precision requirements. Depending on various factors such as material type (typically titanium), equipment availability, and desired outcome, different techniques can create this slot successfully. Understanding the conditions and selecting the appropriate method is crucial for achieving optimal results.
ModX offers flexibility and performance to machine engine mounts
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of our different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
Aerospace Engine Mount tooling
The fan disc is made from titanium and has internal chambers to be bored, large tulip grooves to be milled, and a series of holes to be drilled.
Eliminator transforms finishing strategies.
Our Eliminator conical barrel tools are highly efficient at finishing and semi-finishing conical geometry, ideal for profiling flanks, steep walls, flat planes, and faces with minimal curvature.
Zodiac adds another dimension to ball nose end milling
Zodiac’s 4-flute ball end mills provide highly efficient swarf evacuation, enabling high-speed and feed machining with great stability. It excels at roughing and finishing in numerous types of aerospace materials.
Panther multi-diameter drills create multiple bores in one pass
Panther application-specific drills cater to your needs. They’re ideal for pre-drilling bores before taps and reamers. For instance, they can prepare stepped features with multiple diameters while ensuring process security and repeatability.
Lion drills are available in GTC (through-coolant) or GD (solid)
Lion drills have specially designed flute geometry for cutting long-chipping steels, ensuring efficient chip removal, process security, and repeatability. The GTC through-coolant version enhances penetration and cutting performance.
Puma drills have a flute design that produces optimal chip shape
Quickgrind can customise Puma drills with helix angles and flute geometries for various applications. The flute geometry, designed for long-chipping materials, ensures optimal chip generation, process security, and repeatability even at low speeds.
Aerospace Flap Track tooling
The flap track is part of the trailing edge mechanism and is typically produced in stainless steels such as 15-5 PH. Long overhangs are required when machining its deep pockets, especially if they are also narrow.
QVari with XRed coating for roughing and finishing
Our QVari features a unique 4-flute carbide design with variable helix and index. The XRed coating provides superior wear resistance and long tool life. It is ideal for roughing and finishing exotic alloys.
QVari-CR with 4 flutes and the advantage of corner radii
The XRed-coated QVari-CR is a high-performance 4-flute carbide end mill with corner radii, variable helix, and index design. The corner radii make it ideal for roughing and finishing with one tool, particularly in aerospace applications.
Mirage handles multiple applications in titanium and superalloys
The Mirage 4-flute end mill has increased metal removal rates (MMR) and is suitable for trochoidal milling that allows for full flute engagement. Our chip breakers provide a secure cutting action to help reduce cycle times.
QVari-5 is perfect for milling and finishing superalloys
QVari-5 is a 5-flute variable carbide end mill with XRed coating enabling high feed rates with reduced vibration for stable machining. It is suitable for steel, stainless steel, titanium, and superalloys.
QVari-7 increases material removal rates and manages swarf
Our Qvari-7 is a 7-flute end mill suited for trochoidal milling in stainless steels and titanium. It enables high feed rates and stability in many applications, along with excellent swarf management.
Aerospace Impellor Tooling
The auxiliary power unit (APU) houses the impellor. Machining the turbo foils is a similar process used for the blisk. It requires a 5-axis machine with excellent simultaneous dynamics, appropriate CAM software, optimised tooling, and titanium/HRSA experience.
Eliminator transforms finishing strategies
Our Eliminator conical barrel tools are highly efficient at finishing and semi-finishing complex features, ideal for profiling flanks, steep walls, flat planes, and faces with minimal curvature.
Zodiac adds another dimension to ball nose end milling
Zodiac’s 4-flute ball end mills provide highly efficient swarf evacuation, enabling high-speed and feed machining with great stability. It excels at roughing and finishing in numerous materials.
Phantom is designed to be remanufactured multiple times
Our phantoms deliver 5-6 times the tool life compared to standard end mills during roughing operations, making them excellent for machining durable materials like titanium and stainless steel.
Spectre machines deep pockets efficiently
Spectre is a solid carbide-coated high-feed tool developed with 3 flutes to machine deep pockets in a variant of Aerospace components. The large radii enable excellent stability when roughing at high feed rates.
Gladiator is a ballnose 2-flute with a tapered neck for strength
The Gladiator is a reliable and precise tool for high-speed cutting and machining. It delivers exceptional performance whether you’re engaged in profile, copy, or contour milling.
Mirage handles multiple applications in titanium and superalloys
The Mirage 4-flute end mill has increased metal removal rates (MMR) and is suitable for trochoidal milling that allows for full flute engagement. Our chip breakers provide a secure cutting action to help reduce cycle times.
QVari-CR with 4 flutes and the advantage of corner radii
The XRed-coated QVari-CR is a high-performance 4-flute carbide end mill with corner radii, variable helix, and index design. The corner radii make it ideal for roughing and finishing with one tool, particularly in aerospace applications.
Aerospace Landing Gear Beam Tooling
Many structural components on the fuselage are made from titanium, including the landing gear beam, which features thin floor sections. Machining these aerospace parts presents challenges like thin floors and walls, deep pockets, and tight corners. Our specialized tools and methods are designed to help you tackle these challenges with ease.
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
QVari with XRed coating for roughing and finishing
Our QVari features a unique 4-flute carbide design with variable helix and index. The XRed coating provides superior wear resistance and long tool life. It is ideal for roughing and finishing exotic alloys.
QVari-CR with 4 flutes and the advantage of corner radii
The XRed-coated QVari-CR is a high-performance 4-flute carbide end mill with corner radii, variable helix, and index design. The corner radii make it ideal for roughing and finishing with one tool, particularly in aerospace applications.
Mirage handles multiple applications in titanium and superalloys
The Mirage 4-flute end mill has increased metal removal rates (MMR) and is suitable for trochoidal milling that allows for full flute engagement. Our chip breakers provide a secure cutting action to help reduce cycle times.
QVari-5 is perfect for milling and finishing superalloys
QVari-5 is a 5-flute variable carbide end mill with XRed coating enabling high feed rates with reduced vibration for stable machining. It is suitable for steel, stainless steel, titanium, and superalloys.
QVari-7 increases material removal rates and manages swarf
Our Qvari-7 is a 7-flute end mill suited for trochoidal milling in stainless steels and titanium. It enables high feed rates and stability in many applications, along with excellent swarf management.
Spectre machines deep pockets efficiently
Spectre is a solid carbide-coated high-feed tool developed with 3 flutes to machine deep pockets in a variant of Aerospace components. The large radii enable excellent stability when roughing at high feed rates.
Phantom is designed to be remanufactured multiple times
Our phantoms deliver 5-6 times the tool life compared to standard end mills during roughing operations, making them excellent for machining durable materials like titanium and stainless steel.
Aerospace Main Fitting Tooling
Typical landing gear comprises critical components, including the main fitting, nose or center fitting, piston or slider, truck or bogey beam, and drag brace with links. Traditionally, these parts are made from high-alloy steels like 300M. However, there’s a growing trend towards using titanium alloys such as Ti-5553 for their production. The main fitting has significant manufacturing challenges, particularly deep hole drilling, internal turning, and profile milling.
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
Aerospace Pylon Bracket Tooling
The pylon brackets on the aircraft’s wing come in both open and closed designs. The main machining challenge with the closed components is their tight angles and deep slots.
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
Phantom is designed to be remanufactured multiple times
Our phantoms deliver 5-6 times the tool life compared to standard end mills during roughing operations, making them excellent for machining durable materials like titanium and stainless steel.
QVari-5CR is a 5-flute variable helix end mill with corner radii
The QVari-5CR is an advanced 5-flute, solid carbide end mill with a variable helix and corner radii. It supports high feed rates while minimizing vibration, ensuring stable and efficient machining.
Zodiac adds another dimension to ballnose end milling
Zodiac’s 4-flute ball end mills provide highly efficient swarf evacuation, enabling high-speed and feed machining with great stability. It excels at roughing and finishing in numerous materials.
QVari with XRed coating for roughing and finishing
Our QVari features a unique 4-flute carbide design with variable helix and index. The XRed coating provides superior wear resistance and long tool life. It is ideal for roughing and finishing exotic alloys.
Aerospace Shaft Tooling
Crafted from high-alloy steel or Inconel, machining shafts present unique challenges due to their length and complex internal features. The most significant advancement in producing these components comes from the rise of multi-task machines, where our tooling truly excels.
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
QVari with XRed coating for roughing and finishing
Our QVari features a unique 4-flute carbide design with variable helix and index. The XRed coating provides superior wear resistance and long tool life. It is ideal for roughing and finishing exotic alloys.
QVari-CR with 4 flutes and the advantage of corner radii
The XRed-coated QVari-CR is a high-performance 4-flute carbide end mill with corner radii, variable helix, and index design. The corner radii make it ideal for roughing and finishing with one tool, particularly in aerospace applications.
Mirage handles multiple applications in titanium and superalloys
The Mirage 4-flute end mill has increased metal removal rates (MMR) and is suitable for trochoidal milling that allows for full flute engagement. Our chip breakers provide a secure cutting action to help reduce cycle times.
QVari-5 is perfect for milling and finishing superalloys
QVari-5 is a 5-flute variable carbide end mill with XRed coating enabling high feed rates with reduced vibration for stable machining. It is suitable for steel, stainless steel, titanium, and superalloys.
QVari-7 increases material removal rates and manages swarf
Our Qvari-7 is a 7-flute end mill suited for trochoidal milling in stainless steels and titanium. It enables high feed rates and stability in many applications, along with excellent swarf management.
Spectre machines deep pockets efficiently
Spectre is a solid carbide-coated high-feed tool developed with 3 flutes to machine deep pockets in a variant of Aerospace components. The large radii enable excellent stability when roughing at high feed rates.
Phantom is designed to be remanufactured multiple times
Our phantoms deliver 5-6 times the tool life compared to standard end mills during roughing operations, making them excellent for machining durable materials like titanium and stainless steel.
Aerospace Slat Track Tooling
The slat track is part of the aircraft’s leading edge mechanism. It’s typically made from high-alloy steel, such as maraging steel, known for its exceptional strength and toughness while maintaining flexibility.
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
QVari-CR with 4 flutes and the advantage of corner radii
The XRed-coated QVari-CR is a high-performance 4-flute carbide end mill with corner radii, variable helix, and index design. The corner radii make it ideal for roughing and finishing with one tool, particularly in aerospace applications.
Aerospace Thrust Fitting Tooling
The thrust fitting, typically manufactured from titanium, is positioned between the wing and the engine. The primary challenge in its production is machining, which requires tools with a significant overhang.
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
Aerospace Turbine Casing Tooling
Components made from Inconel or Waspaloy can be particularly challenging to manufacture. While turning operations pose fewer difficulties, the milling process is notably demanding due to the extensive material removal required.
Mirage handles multiple applications in titanium and superalloys
The Mirage 4-flute end mill has increased metal removal rates (MMR) and is suitable for trochoidal milling that allows for full flute engagement. Our chip breakers provide a secure cutting action to help reduce cycle times.
QVari with XRed coating for roughing and finishing
Our QVari features a unique 4-flute carbide design with variable helix and index. The XRed coating provides superior wear resistance and long tool life. It is ideal for roughing and finishing exotic alloys.
QVari-CR with 4 flutes and the advantage of corner radii
The XRed-coated QVari-CR is a high-performance 4-flute carbide end mill with corner radii, variable helix, and index design. The corner radii make it ideal for roughing and finishing with one tool, particularly in aerospace applications.
QVari-LR features a variable helix and index with extended reach
The QVari-LR is a high-performance, long-reach carbide end mill featuring a 4-flute design with variable helix and index. It’s perfect for roughing and finishing tasks with just one tool.
Our thread mills can create the most complex thread forms
Thread milling is a machining process for cutting a helical path on the surface of a workpiece to create threads. Unlike tapping or die-cutting, thread milling offers greater flexibility, precision, and a high-security process in high-value parts.
Puma drills have a flute design that produces optimal chip shape
Quickgrind can customise Puma drills with helix angles and flute geometries for various applications. The flute geometry, designed for long-chipping materials, ensures optimal chip generation, process security, and repeatability even at low speeds.
Lion drills are available in GTC (through-coolant) or GD (solid)
Lion drills have specially designed flute geometry for cutting long-chipping steels, ensuring efficient chip removal, process security, and repeatability. The GTC through-coolant version enhances penetration and cutting performance.
Aerospace Turbine Disc Tooling
Aerospace turbines, designed to endure extreme temperatures and pressures, are crafted from advanced nickel-based superalloys like Inconel 718, Waspaloy, and Udimet 720 due to their exceptional high-temperature and stress-resistant properties. Because of their demanding nature, machining these materials requires best practice strategies.
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
Puma drills have a flute design that produces optimal chip shape
Quickgrind can customise Puma drills with helix angles and flute geometries for various applications. The flute geometry, designed for long-chipping materials, ensures optimal chip generation, process security, and repeatability even at low speeds.
Lion drills are available in GTC (through-coolant) or GD (solid)
Lion drills have specially designed flute geometry for cutting long-chipping steels, ensuring efficient chip removal, process security, and repeatability. The GTC through-coolant version enhances penetration and cutting performance.
Aerospace Vertical Tail Tooling
Drilling holes, creating edges, and finishing surfaces are the primary challenges in machining structural components, such as the vertical tail.
Fusion Range offers high-performance carbide composite cutters
We’ve been crafting innovative tools that boost productivity in trimming, milling, routing, drilling, and reaming composite materials for years. Fusion range is part of that tradition.
Aerospace Wing Box Tooling
The primary challenges in working with these structural parts are creating holes, machining edges, and finishing surfaces.
Fusion Range offers high-performance carbide composite cutters
We’ve been crafting innovative tools that boost productivity in trimming, milling, routing, drilling, and reaming composite materials for years. Fusion range is part of that tradition.
Aerospace Wing Rib Tooling
The wing rim is an aluminium component on an aircraft that highlights the machining challenges, such as thin walls, bases, and 2D pockets.
ModX offers flexibility and performance
Our ModX range combines the performance and durability of solid carbide with the modularity of different heads and unique tool geometries to provide the best of both worlds without compromising either.
QAlu is a 3-flute carbide endmill balanced for higher feed rates
Open gullets in the QAlu design enable faster ramping and plunging, while the TX-R coating and polished flutes boost performance and provide a superior finish.
QAlu-CR has corner radii for aluminium and non-ferrous materials
The QAlu-CR’s specially designed 3-flute geometry and advanced TX-R coating significantly enhance the tool’s durability and deliver superior surface finishes in aluminium machining.
QAlu-R enables roughing for aluminium and non-ferrous materials
The QAlu-R aluminium cutter is designed for high performance. Its innovative flat-crested-style geometry excels in roughing applications, delivering enhanced efficiency and precision.
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