Patent ID: 7300232
Filing Date: 2007-11-27
Classification: B23B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A tool for chip-removing machining comprising: a holder including a body having a first base surface on which a plurality of male parts are disposed to define an insert seat; an indexible cutting insert mounted on the seat, the insert including generally parallel second and third base surfaces each having a plurality of female parts disposed therein, the insert being invertable such that the female parts of one of the second and third base surfaces receive respective male parts of the holder; and a fastener for securing the insert on the seat, with the male parts tightly fitted in the female parts; wherein the male parts are flexible relative to the first base surface to ensure a firm abutment of the male parts with the surface of the respective female parts, and wherein at least one of the male parts is divided in half by a slot extending therethrough in a direction substantially radially with respect to the threaded hole.