Technical Resources & Guides
Reference materials, selection guides, and technical data for machinists
Reference materials, selection guides, and technical data for machinists
In-depth guides to help you select the right tool and get the most out of it.
Not sure which Severance tool is right for your application? Follow our decision-tree guide to find the optimal product line, size, and shape.
Read GuideUnderstand the differences between High Speed Steel and Carbide cutting tools. Learn when each material gives you the best results and value.
Read GuideWhich countersink angle do you need? 82° for US screws, 90° for metric, 100° for aerospace? Get the definitive reference here.
Read GuideAngles, speeds, chatter fixes and depth control for aluminum, with the RPM table and the tools that suit hand drills and CNC.
Read GuideBall, cylinder, tree, cone and flame burrs cross-referenced to the industry SA to SN codes and the Severance shape letters A to X.
Read GuideSingle cut, double cut, super coarse aluminum cut, fine double cut and end cut compared, with the pitch numbers by head diameter.
Read GuideInside and outside chamfering for weld bevels, fitting seats and hydraulic lines: cutter sizing by OD and wall, angles and procedure.
Read GuideWhen a die maker reaches for a solid carbide file, which style and cut to pick, and how to keep the edges intact on hardened steel.
Read GuideMachining tips and technical articles from our application engineers, plus trade press coverage of Severance Tools.
Read ArticlesCharts, tables, and formulas for dialing in your machining parameters.
The catalog countersink speed and feed chart, RPM by diameter, guidance for HSS and carbide rotary files, and tips for maximizing tool life.
View ChartsAnswers to the most common questions about Severance tools, materials, speeds, ordering, and custom tooling options.
View FAQPrintable catalogs and reference materials.
Download the complete Severance Tools product catalog with dimensions, EDP numbers, and specifications for every tool we make.
Download PDFSmaller downloads (1 to 3 MB) with the EDP tables for one family.
Prefer a printed copy? Request a printed catalog.
Our application engineers are ready to help with tool selection, custom specifications, and technical questions.
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