Knurling Tools

Knurling tools are used to impart a regular surface pattern on the outside of a part for gripping or aesthetic purposes. Often, the imparted pattern is diamond shaped or parallel. A knurling tool is a manufacturing and repairing tool used on lathe machines. A knurling tool is used to give the metal a criss-cross pattern shape, which helps the human hands to hold the knurled tool more firmly. Metal knurling becomes easy using knurling tools. A knurling tool can generate three different types of shapes as straight lines, diamond patterns, and diagonal lines. To generate a knurl pattern on a workpiece, a metal piece is held in a straight position on a lathe machine. When the lathe machine is switched on, a knurl holder is attached to the worktable. Knurl holders are used to hold knurling tools. Next, the knurling tool is moved forward towards the workpiece with a small crank. There are many types of knurling tools. Examples include internal knurling holders, convex knurl tools, and a conical knurls tool. An internal knurling holder tool is used for a boring bar style and can knurl up to a depth in the workpiece, which depends upon the toughness of the material to be knurled. A convex knurl tool is an axial feed knurls tool and is used for reducing a double tracking problem. A conical knurls tool is used in decorative purposes for generating radical face knurling or conical surfaces to the workpiece. Other knurling tools are commonly available.