Broaching – Advantages and Disadvantages
What is Broaching?
Broaching is a machining process that uses to remove the inner & outer surface of material by using a toothed tool called a broaching.
Advantages of Broaching:
- Broaching is a very efficient way to create complex shapes and slots.
- It is a versatile process that can be used to create products in a wide range of materials.
- It is a fast process because most of the surface finish gets in a single broach.
- Broaching produces clean and accurate cuts, which can improve the performance and lifespan of the finished product.
- It is simple to operate.
- A less skilled person can operate the machine.
- Both internal and external surface finish can be done through this process.
Disadvantages of Broaching:
- Broaching is a complex process, so it can be expensive to set up and run.
- The cost of broaching tools is expensive.
- Broaching requires close attention to detail, which can make it unsuitable for large-scale production.
- Obstructions on the work pice decrease the quality of broaching.
- A larger size workpiece cannot be broached.
- Workpiece that get to be broached should withstand to high pressures.
- Broached parts are also much more difficult to alter after the machine has been programmed.
