Seco (Troy, MI) has launched MS3501, a new high productivity milling grade developed for demanding applications involving heat resistant and adhesive materials across ISO P, M, and S.
Built on the latest micro alloyed, coarse grained cemented carbide platform, MS3501 combines a heat resistant substrate with a tough Ti(C,N)–Al₂O₃ CVD coating to deliver stable cutting and improved wear resistance at higher cutting speeds. The grade is designed for materials with low thermal conductivity, including superalloys, precipitation hardened steels, high alloy steels, and stainless steels.
Advanced pre and post treatment processes reduce friction and help suppress built up edge, chip welding, and chatter in adhesive materials, enabling more predictable tool life and controlled cutting conditions.
The grade features a strengthened binder phase for improved resistance to chipping, cracking, and thermal shock, making it suitable for medium to rough milling operations. Integrated used edge detection technology supports full edge utilization and reduced tooling waste.
MS3501 complements the PVD coated MP2051 grade, offering higher heat resistance and cutting speed capability for aggressive milling operations.
