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Month: August 2026

Carbide Surface Finish: Ra, Measurement and Drawing Callouts

August 27, 2026

Specify surface finish as a measurable requirement on a named surface.

EDM vs Diamond Grinding for Carbide: Geometry and Surface Integrity

August 20, 2026

EDM and diamond grinding solve different carbide geometry problems.

Carbide OD Grinding Tolerances: Diameter, Roundness and Inspection

August 13, 2026

An OD size tolerance, roundness requirement and surface-finish requirement control different things.

Carbide Punch and Die Grades: Match the Load and Failure Mode

August 6, 2026

A carbide punch and its mating die do not automatically need the same grade.

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