Category: Technology

Thread Milling vs Tapping: What Are the Differences?

Threads are the backbone of countless mechanical assemblies, holding everything together with precision and reliability. But when it comes to creating those threads, machinists are faced with two distinct tools: thread mills and taps....

40Cr vs 45# Steel, What’s The Difference?

When it comes to tool steel grades, two of the most common designations you’ll encounter are 40Cr and 45#. While they may sound similar, there are important differences between 40Cr and 45# steel that...