Select HORN by operation and material
Qualify HORN Tools by operation, material, diameter, depth, access and cutting conditions. Results require engineering review.
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HORN
Start at the cutting edge. HORN Tools for metal-cutting operations and technical selection.
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Select an operation
Choose a numbered drawing or a tab.
Grooving / Parting
Control the cutting edge as it feeds into a groove or separates a component from bar stock.
Application
Explore this operation Seal grooves and parting off turned components.
Supermini / Mini
Reach small internal features with tooling matched to the bore and available clearance.
Application
Explore this operation Internal features in small bores and precision components.
Threading
Generate the required thread profile with a cutting edge matched to its pitch and access.
Application
Explore this operation Internal and external threads on turned parts.
Milling
Machine slots and profiles with a rotating cutter selected for the operation.
Application
Explore this operation Slots, grooves and profiles on milled components.
SOLUTION PARAMETERS
What matters for your job
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HORN makes precision tooling for grooving, parting, internal machining, threading, milling and holemaking.
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Start with the operation, then define material, geometry, depth, diameter and cutting conditions.
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Supermini / Mini address restricted internal space; check overhang, bore diameter and chip evacuation for the selected system.
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Select insert, holder, grade and cutting conditions together. For an analogue request, provide the current tool code, drawing and actual conditions.
Official source ↗Checked 11.09.2026 · The parameters of each delivery are defined in the agreed specification.
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Next step
HORN: grooving and parting off
Chip control and stability in a narrow cutting zone.
ExploreHORN Supermini / Mini
Internal machining where space is limited.
ExploreHORN: thread machining
Profile, pitch and access determine the machining method.
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HORN: milling
Slots, profiles and precision milling.
ExploreHORN: drilling and reaming
From producing a hole to its finished size.
ExploreHORN: PCD / CBN
Ultrahard tooling matched to the material.
ExploreCutting tools
From operation and material to a working tool system.
ExploreGear cutting and skiving
Tooling matched to tooth geometry and machine kinematics.
ExploreLet's discuss your task
A drawing, material and machining objective are a good starting point.
ExploreHORN analogue selection for an existing tool
A technical-commercial enquiry to replace an existing cutting tool with a suitable HORN system after reviewing the operation, component and cutting conditions.
ExploreBefore choosing a configuration
Can I order using only the family name?
Accurate selection requires a compatible insert and holder, geometry, material and cutting conditions.
Why are there no universal cutting parameters?
Speed and feed depend on the specific tool grade, material, clamping and cooling. Check them against the catalogue for the selected version.
What helps when replacing the current tool?
Its designation, actual cutting parameters, tool life, wear photos and a drawing of the machined feature.