Evaluation of Cutting Temperature and Optimization in Milling of GGG60 Cast Iron

Abstract

Spheroidal graphite cast irons have increased ductility, tensile strength, and toughness compared to other cast irons. Additionally, it can be mentioned that choosing spheroidal graphite cast iron over steel material has a better machining feature. In this study, Face milling operations were carried out using GGG60 material and different inserts, feed, and depth of cut. The Taguchi method was used for the experimental design, and 27 experiments were carried out. During the experiments, a thermal camera measured the temperature from the cutting zone. Experimental results were evaluated with analysis of variance and graphics, and cutting parameters were optimized. As a result of the optimization, optimum parameters for minimum temperature, TiAlN coated insert, 300 m/min cutting speed, 0.30 mm/tooth feed rate, and 0.5 mm depth of cut were found. According to the results obtained from the study, the most influential parameter affecting the temperature was the cutting speed. In addition, the TiAlN-coated insert has been observed as the most suitable coating type for minimum temperature.