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KL-TECH s.r.o | www.klte.cz THREAD MILLING Thread milling is the recommended method anytime producing threads involves variation of dimensions, difficult materials, weak set-ups, slim walls, tap breakage risks, expensive components, tiny tolerances, good surface finishing, long overhangs, right or left hand threads and eventual other obstacles. ADVANTAGES OF THREAD MILLING • Continuous spindle rotation – no need to stop and reverse the spindle when coming out of the hole • Less spindle maintenance and no need of expensive synchronized tap holders • Easy machining of difficult materials that produces short and controllable chips and much less cutting forces • Full bottom threading with precise thread depth control and start position • Less cutting pressure for thin-walled workpieces - less breakage and deformation risks • One tool for a variety of thread diameters with the same thread pitch • One tool for both right and left-hand threads as well as through or blind holes • Minimized tool inventory, less tooling costs 167